500 E Markham Ave
Durham, NC 27701
Duke Park- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,820 sqft (on 0.36 acres)
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,820 sqft
(on 0.36 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Welcome to this beautiful Colonial-style home, nestled in the heart of Durham's popular Duke Park neighborhood. This carefully maintained home offers comfortable living spaces with lots of natural light and gorgeous hardwood floors. The welcoming living room features a fireplace flanked by custom built-in shelving and access to the screened-in, side porch. The dining area provides the ideal setting for entertaining, while the kitchen offers both style and functionality for everyday living. Just off the kitchen, is a well-situated main-floor suite, outfitted with its own full, private bathroom. The upstairs bedrooms include the spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, as well as 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The unfinished walk-out basement is ideal for extra storage or a home gym. Outside, enjoy relaxing evenings or mornings with coffee on the back deck, overlooking the expansive fenced-in yard, a true nod to Southern living. Located just minutes from downtown Durham, this home offers convenient access to Duke hospitals and some of the city's best attractions including, DPAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and the Museum of Life and Science. With nearby parks, cafes, local restaurants and breweries, and wide variety of schools, Duke Park living delivers both convenience and community in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods! 1.5 miles to DPAC. 2 miles to the American Tobacco Trail. 3 miles to Duke University. 4.5 Miles to Duke Hospital.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$329
Listed
63 days ago
Home Details for 500 E Markham Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 10 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1820 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood |
View Has a View |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No GarageNo Open Parking |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1820 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 63 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1946 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: House, Site BuiltArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, UnknownNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 109487 |
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Price List Price: $599,000Price Per Sqft: $329 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: DurhamCommunity: Not in a Subdivision |
School Information Elementary School: Durham - Club BlvdJr High / Middle School: Durham - BrogdenHigh School: Durham - Riverside |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 10150309 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1820 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.36 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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BasementMls Number: 10150309Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1820 |
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Source Internet Entire Listing Display |
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Kelly Cox, (919) 818-1549
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Wake Forest
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10150309

Also Listed on Long & Foster Broker Feed, Doorify MLS.
Price History for 500 E Markham Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2026 | $599,000 | PriceChange | Doorify MLS #10150309 |
| 04/21/2026 | $615,000 | PriceChange | Doorify MLS #10150309 |
| 04/04/2026 | $625,000 | PriceChange | Doorify MLS #10150309 |
| 03/19/2026 | $650,000 | PriceChange | Doorify MLS #10150309 |
| 03/05/2026 | $669,000 | Listed For Sale | Doorify MLS #10150309 |
| 07/27/2005 | $250,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 10/01/2001 | $207,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $5,858 |
| Assessment | $590,904 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 500 E Markham Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.16 | Single-Family Home | $402,500 | 10/30/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,153 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $429,000 | 03/02/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,267 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $413,500 | 05/30/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,445 | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $295,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,420 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 09/16/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,204 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 03/31/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,838 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $285,000 | 11/21/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,536 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 500 E Markham Ave.
What Locals Say about Duke Park
At least 25 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
76 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say yards are well-kept
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say there are sidewalks
55 % Say car is needed
50 % Say there are community events
48 % Say people would walk alone at night
45 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say it's quiet
41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
31 % Say there's wildlife
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Kelly Cox, Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Wake Forest
Agent Phone: (919) 818-1549

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