For sale

$540,000

903 W Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27701

3beds

1,551sqft

$3,451/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

5,227 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$348/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Iconic rocking-chair front porchLight-filled layoutPristine hardwood floors throughoutTimeless architectural detailsFormal dining room

Classic Trinity Park charm meets single-level convenience at 903 W Markham Ave! This stunning 1,500+ sq ft bungalow offers timeless architectural details and pristine hardwood floors throughout. Step onto the iconic rocking-chair front porch and into a light-filled layout featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and an oversized kitchen designed for everyday living and entertaining. Accommodating 3 comfortable bedrooms and 1 bath, this home includes a dedicated flexible room—ideal for a home office, nursery, or creative studio. Unbeatable location just steps from Duke East Campus, Ninth Street dining, and downtown Durham. Rare one-level bungalow living in one of Durham’s most coveted historic neighborhoods!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 208 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16x13

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 169 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13x13

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 134.47 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.9x11.3

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 192 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x16

Other

Level: Main
Area: 36 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6x6

Family room

Level: Main
Area: 238 Square Feet
Dimensions: 17x14

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x11

Laundry

Level: Main
Area: 35 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7x5

Office

Level: Main
Area: 95.45 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.5x8.3

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Electric Range
Laundry: Inside

Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Family Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,551
Total interior livable area: 1,551 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,551
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Front Porch
Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced

Lot

Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Dimensions: 42 x 130
Features: Back Yard, Front Yard

Details

Parcel number: 102720
Zoning: RU-5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1930
Major remodel year: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Curbs
Subdivision: Trinity Heights

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Durham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $348/sqft
Tax assessed value: $515,039
Annual tax amount: $5,106
Date on market: 10/1/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/9/2026	Listed for sale	$540,000+118.2%$348/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10196198 Report a problem
1/30/2020	Sold	$247,500$159/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/7/2016	Listing removed	$950$1/sqft
Source: Allenton Management Report a problem
12/30/2015	Listed for rent	$950$1/sqft
Source: Allenton Management Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,106 +76.5%	$515,039 +148.3%
2024	$2,893 +6.5%	$207,433
2023	$2,717 +2.3%	$207,433
2022	$2,655 +0.5%	$207,433
2021	$2,642 +2.4%	$207,433
2020	$2,580	$207,433
2019	$2,580 -9.5%	$207,433 -1.3%
2018	$2,852 +0.7%	$210,252
2017	$2,831 +3.5%	$210,252 -17.7%
2016	$2,736	$255,465 +43.4%
2015	$2,736 +10.9%	$178,171
2014	$2,466	$178,171
2013	--	$178,171
2012	--	$178,171
2011	$2,322 +0.4%	$178,171
2010	$2,312 +4%	$178,171
2009	$2,224	$178,171
2008	$2,224 +18.6%	$178,171 +34.2%
2007	$1,874 +1.4%	$132,752
2006	$1,848	$132,752
2005	$1,848 +1.4%	$132,752
2004	$1,823	$132,752