20 Zelko Ct, Durham, NC 27705
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OFF MARKET

$282,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 31, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 750 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 750 sqft

20 Zelko Ct, Durham, NC 27705

Crest Street

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
750 sqft
Price/Sqft
$377

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Spacious Bedroom in Charming Single-Family Home - Walking Distance to Duke, Duke Hospital & VA

$1000/month | Available August 1, 2026

Looking for a responsible tenant to share my home in Durham's most convenient neighborhood for Duke Hospital, VA, and Duke's main campus. This is a rare opportunity to live in one of the only single-family houses that is walking distance from the hospitals and the university.

About me: I'm a research professor in my early 30s who completed my PhD at Duke. I now work in drug discovery at UNC (hybrid schedule). I'm only home about one week per month, so you'll have the entire house to yourself roughly 75% of the time.

What makes this special: The location is unbeatable - this house is actually a shorter walk to many Duke buildings than the Science Drive parking garage! I commuted by foot and bike throughout grad school, and it was perfect.

Your private space:
 Large bedroom with generous closet and built-in shelving
 Fully Furnished
 Cork flooring for comfort and quiet
 Blackout cellular shades for uninterrupted sleep

Shared spaces (furnished):
 Brand-new, custom-designed cook's kitchen with premium materials and new dishwasher
New hardwood floors in common space
 Tile bathroom
 Screened front porch
 In-unit washer and dryer
 Energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling
 High-speed internet

Outdoor perks:
 Established raised bed gardens plus an herb garden. You can use them as much as you'd like!
 Quiet dead-end street location
 Driveway parking plus street parking available
 Shed and attic storage if needed
 Plenty of bike storage
 Yard maintenance provided
 Short walk from many bus stops plus the Robertson Express if you want to go to UNC

Ideal for:
 Duke students (undergrads & exchange students welcome!)
 Duke Hospital employees
 VA employees
 Anyone seeking a peaceful, convenient home base
 People who enjoy cooking and gardening

The details:
 Rent: $1000/month
 Utilities: I cover 50% of water, electricity (heating/cooling), and internet even though I'm only home about a week per month
 Move-in: First month, last month, and one-month security deposit
 Lease: 6-month minimum
 No smoking
 No dogs; cats considered case-by-case
 Shared bathroom

I loved living in this house during my time at Duke, and I'm looking for someone who will appreciate it as much as I do. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to chat or schedule a viewing!

No smoking, no dogs, cats allowed on case-by-case basis, 6 month minimum lease term, extension or renewal at my discretion, yard maintenance included
20 Zelko Ct, Durham, NC 27705 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 sqft single-family home in Crest Street. It last sold for $215,000 on Sep 3, 2019 (21,400% above the $1,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2018 with an asking price of $1,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 20, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $282,500, with a rent estimate of $1,360/month.

Home Details for 20 Zelko Ct

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile
Room & Shared Space
Room is not furnished

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: nowUtilities Share: 50% of water, internet, electricity

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Covered Off Street Private Storage, On Site

Comparable Sales for 20 Zelko Ct

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2800 Crest St, Durham, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$350,000
03/17/26
3
1
1,234 sqft
2405 Shirley St, Durham, NC
0.25
Single-Family Home
$362,300
12/23/25
2
2
1,238 sqft
914 Rosehill Ave, Durham, NC
0.70
Single-Family Home
$270,000
04/08/26
2
1
1,118 sqft
2658 Lawndale Ave, Durham, NC
0.48
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/16/26
2
2.5
1,216 sqft
2606 W Knox St, Durham, NC
0.57
Single-Family Home
$457,500
02/11/26
2
1.5
1,375 sqft
1505 Virginia Ave, Durham, NC
0.75
Single-Family Home
$605,000
03/23/26
2
1
1,271 sqft
2506 Indian Trl, Durham, NC
0.86
Single-Family Home
$425,000
04/13/26
2
1
1,265 sqft
2524 Indian Trl, Durham, NC
0.80
Single-Family Home
$400,000
04/10/26
3
1
1,185 sqft
2534 W Wilson St, Durham, NC
0.47
Single-Family Home
$440,000
07/30/26
3
2.5
1,191 sqft
2532 W Wilson St, Durham, NC
0.47
Single-Family Home
$455,000
07/30/26
3
2.5
1,200 sqft

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 20, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Sep 3, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$215,000
Jul 18, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,200
Jul 12, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,200
Aug 12, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$150,000

Frequently asked questions about 20 Zelko Ct

  • What is 20 Zelko Ct estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 20 Zelko Ct in Durham, NC is $282,500.
  • What is the price history for 20 Zelko Ct?
    20 Zelko Ct in Durham, NC last sold for $215,000 in September 2019.
  • Is Durham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Durham is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Durham?
    The median sale price in Durham is $413K. That is up $12.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 20 Zelko Ct have air conditioning?
    Yes, 20 Zelko Ct in Durham, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 20 Zelko Ct have parking?
    Yes, 20 Zelko Ct in Durham, NC has on-site parking.

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