Durham County Homes with Historic Area(s) Community Features

Welcome to Durham, North Carolina, a vibrant city steeped in history and rich in culture. Nestled in the heart of the Triangle, Durham is renowned for its eclectic blend of historic charm and modern innovation. With a thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and a strong sense of community, this city is an ideal place to call home.

One of Durham's standout features is its historic neighborhoods, where homes tell stories of the past while providing the comforts of contemporary living. The Historic District is a treasure trove of architectural styles, from Victorian to Colonial Revival, each home reflecting the city's unique heritage. Strolling through tree-lined streets, you'll find beautifully restored homes, many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These properties not only offer aesthetic appeal but also a sense of belonging to a community that values its history.

Durham's historic areas are more than just picturesque; they boast a plethora of community features that enhance the quality of life for residents. Enjoy leisurely afternoons at local parks, participate in vibrant neighborhood events, or explore the farmers' markets that showcase the region's agricultural bounty. The proximity to downtown ensures easy access to an array of restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, including the renowned Duke University and its stunning gardens.

Whether you're drawn to the charm of historic homes or the dynamic lifestyle Durham offers, this city promises a unique blend of past and present, making it a wonderful place to create lasting memories. Discover your dream home in Durham today and become part of a community that celebrates its rich history while looking towards a bright future.

Newest Durham County Homes with Historic Area(s) Community Features

$1,225,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10200521 MLS

An exceptional opportunity to own a charming home on a double lot in desirable Old Hope Valley at an attractive price! Offering wonderful possibilities, this property is perfect to enjoy just as it is today, with the added potential for future expansion. Featured in American Home magazine, the home was described by its original owners, Dr. and Mrs. Baxter Sapp, as "one that's easy to love," highlighting its Colonial charm, intimate scale, privacy, and livability. The article also praised builder John C. Williams' meticulous attention to detail and proportion, noting that his craftsmanship "has brought distinction to what might have been a run-of-the-mill Cape Cod." Thoughtful updates beautifully complement the home's original character, including a stunning chef's kitchen featuring a Wolf gas range and a gorgeous quartzite island, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining pantry and bar area offer a wonderful combination of style and functionality, while the beautifully updated primary and secondary bathrooms showcase exquisite, premium tile selections. Don't miss the inviting sunroom overlooking the backyard, a peaceful retreat where you can relax, enjoy the surrounding greenery, and appreciate the natural beauty that makes Old Hope Valley such a special place to call home. With its rich architectural history, timeless charm, beautiful updates, and generous double lot, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Old Hope Valley living.

3514 Rugby Rd, Durham

$799,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10196413 MLS

Right-Sized Luxury With Rooftop Living & Rare 2-Car Garage This Design-Forward Residence Offers Refined, Low-Maintenance Living In One Of Durham's Most Vibrant Neighborhoods. Light-Filled Interiors, Elevated Finishes, And A Private Rooftop Terrace Create An Ideal Setting For Everyday Comfort And Effortless Entertaining—While A Rare Two-Car Garage And Flexible Guest Suite Provide The Space You Need, Without All The Upkeep You Don't. A Rare Convergence Of Design And Functionality, This Newly Built Modern Home Pairs A Light-Filled, Open-Concept Layout With High-End Finishes, A Chef-Caliber Kitchen, And An Expansive Rooftop Retreat—All Just Minutes From Downtown Durham's Best Dining And Culture. No HOA Rules & Regs and No HOA Dues!

805 N Roxboro St, Durham

$849,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10196216 MLS

Rooftop Terrace + 2-Car Garage + Private Guest Suite With Kitchenette + New Construction--Modern Luxury In Cleveland-Holloway! Live At The Center Of It All At 813 North Roxboro Street! This Prime Durham Location Puts You Moments From The Best Of Downtown--Trendy Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Parks, And Entertainment. Perfect For Those Who Crave A Connected, Walkable Lifestyle With The Comfort Of Home Just Steps Away From The Action. Defined By Light, Flow, And Everyday Livability, This Modern Cleveland-Holloway Residence Offers A Rare Balance Of Design, Flexibility, And Location--Complete With A Private Rooftop Terrace And A True Two-Car Garage. From The Moment You Enter, Natural Light And Warm Hardwoods Create An Inviting, Low-Maintenance Environment Designed To Support How You Live Today. The Main Level Features A Private-Entry Suite With A Full Bath And Kitchenette--Ideal For A Quiet Home Office, Hosting Guests, Creating A Separate Rental Or Your Own Private Retreat. The Attached Two-Car Garage--Seldom Found This Close To Downtown--Adds A Level Of Convenience And Security That Stands Out At This Price Point. Upstairs, The Home Opens Into A Bright, Open-Concept Living Level Built For Both Connection And Ease. A Spacious Quartz Island Anchors The Kitchen, Offering Generous Seating And A Natural Gathering Space For Daily Life Or Entertaining. Custom Cabinetry, A Premium Bosch Appliance Package, And Thoughtful Details Like Integrated Charging Features Bring Together Clean Design And Real Functionality. The Layout Flows Seamlessly Into The Dining Area, A Juliette Balcony And Light-Filled Living Room, While A Stylish Wet Bar With Wine And Beverage Cooler Adds An Elevated Touch For Hosting. A Pantry, Powder Room And Additional Storage Keeps Daily Life Organized And Out Of Sight. The Upper Level Is Designed As A Place To Recharge. The Primary Suite Offers A Calm, Comfortable, Cozy Retreat With A Windowed Walk-In Closet And A Spa-Inspired Bath Featuring Marble Finishes, Dual Vanities, Water Closet And An Oversized Glass-Enclosed Shower. Two Additional Bedrooms Provide Flexibility For Guests, Workspace, Or Hobbies, While A Bright, Conveniently Located Laundry Room Designed to Accommodate Side By Side Machines. At The Top, The Rooftop Terrace Becomes An Extension Of The Home--Offering Open Views In Every Direction And A Water And A Gas Connection For Easy Outdoor Dining And Entertaining. Whether It's A Quiet Morning Coffee Or An Evening With Friends, This Space Elevates Daily Living. Located In The Heart Of Historic Cleveland-Holloway, You're Just Minutes From Downtown Durham's Restaurants, Coffee Shops, And Entertainment, With Quick Access To The American Tobacco Campus, DPAC, Duke University, DUMC, And RTP. Walkable, Connected, And Thoughtfully Designed--This Home Delivers The Comfort, Flexibility, And Lifestyle Today's Buyers Are Looking For, Without The Constraints & Budget Busting Of An HOA.

813 N Roxboro St, Durham

$829,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10196203 MLS

Modern Luxury In Historic Cleveland-Holloway! Striking Modernist Single-Family Detached Row Home At 801 North Roxboro Street Durham, NC 27701 Blends Architectural Sophistication With Exceptional Functionality In One Of Durham's Most Vibrant Neighborhoods. Featuring A Fully Sheetrocked Two-Car Garage And An Expansive Rooftop Terrace, The Home Is Filled With Natural Light And Finished With Site Finished White Oak Hardwood Floors. The Main Level Offers Remarkable Flexibility, Designed To Function As A Private Guest Suite, Fourth Bedroom, Office, Or Multigenerational Living Space. Complete With A Full Bath Featuring A Low-Barrier Entry Shower, A Kitchenette With Sink And Mini-Refrigerator, And Its Own Private Entrance, This Level Adapts Seamlessly To A Variety Of Needs. The Second Floor Showcases An Open-Concept Living Space Centered Around A Chef's Kitchen Of Notable Quality. A Generous White Quartz Island With Expansive Seating Includes Discreet Built-In Wireless And USB Charging. Custom KraftMaid Maple Cabinetry In Dove White With Soft-Close Doors And Drawers Is Paired With A Premium Appliance Suite, Including A 36-Inch Dual-Fuel Gas Range, 42-Inch Chimney Hood, French Door Refrigerator With Wi-Fi Capability, Stainless Interior Dishwasher, And Microwave Drawer With Concealed Controls. A Farmhouse Apron-Front Sink With Kohler Commercial-Style Faucet Completes The Space. The Adjoining Dining Area Opens To A Juliette Balcony, While The Front-Facing Family Room Overlooks The Historic Cleveland-Holloway Neighborhood. A Well-Appointed Wet Bar With A Wine And Beverage Cooler, Stainless Sink, Glass-Front Cabinetry, And Quartz Countertops Enhances Entertaining. This Level Also Includes A Powder Room, A Pantry With Built-Ins, And A Thoughtful Windowed Office. Upstairs, The Primary Suite Offers A Refined Retreat With A Windowed Walk-In Closet And A Spa-Inspired Bath Featuring Extensive Marble Finishes, Dual Vanity, Water Closet, And An Oversized Shower With Frameless Glass Enclosure & Dual Controls. Two Additional Bedrooms, A Full Bath With Quartz Counters And A Deep Soaking Tub, Linen Storage, And A Windowed Laundry Room With Space For Side-By-Side Machines Complete The 3rd Level. The Rooftop Terrace Provides Panoramic Views In Every Direction And Includes A Gas Connection & Water Supply For Outdoor Grilling And Entertaining. Located In The Central Park Area And Convenient To Downtown, The American Tobacco Campus, Geer Street, The Farmers' Market, DPAC, Duke University, And Major Commuting Routes Including NC-147, I-885, NC-55, And I-85. No HOA Dues & NO HOA Rules! A Rare Opportunity For Modern Design, Flexible Living, And Exceptional In-Town Access.

801 N Roxboro St, Durham

$1,365,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10195127 MLS ⋅ West Club Townhomes BLDG.

Last available end unit in this five unit townhome collection. Come and see these wonderfully appointed and well crafted townhomes in the heart of Durham, minutes from Joe Van Gogh, Whole Foods, award winning restaurants and more. Enjoy the efficient use of space within and simplify your lifestyle by making one of these newly built five townhomes yours. Constructed with full brick veneer in a style that beckons historic craftsmanship of original Durham streetscapes, this traditional yet comfortable and modern design fits into its urban location with pride, and provides a unique perspective to an increasingly walking and biking friendly area of Durham. Equipped with a five stop elevator, this end unit has natural light on the west, north, and south sides with one shared 2 hour fire wall with STC rating of 66. Features include Marvin casement windows and 8' Marvin multi point doors, stainless steel GE Profile appliances, an interior tankless gas water heater with recirculation loop, zoned HVAC systems, beautiful tiled floors and to ceiling walls in bathrooms, tiled backsplash, wide plank character grade white oak engineered hardwoods, and a custom trim package that includes backband around the door and window casings and crown molding in various rooms throughout. The ground floor bedroom and bath could easily be an in law suite or office with quick access to main floor via elevator. Enjoy an evening on the roof deck which is fully open and covered with Brazilian IPE wooden roof deck tiles. On the ground level invite your guests to enter by way of the gated semi private forecourt patio which provides a subtle yet private entry into the home.

1717 W Club Blvd, Durham

$1,290,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10195056 MLS

Tucked into the storied streets of historic Walltown, this 2021 Quality One Contracting build feels like a modern secret hiding in an old neighborhood's bones. Step inside and the main level unfolds in one graceful, open-concept sweep, built for both quiet mornings and lively gatherings. The kitchen is the heart's heartbeat, a waterfall granite island anchoring the space, paired with a 6-burner gas cooktop ready for anything from a Tuesday stir-fry to a full dinner-party production. A 2022 expansion added a four-season conditioned screened room warmed by a linear gas fireplace. The primary ensuite is a retreat unto itself, with a walk-in closet, separate water closet, double vanity and soaking tub made for slow unhurried evenings. The upstairs loft space can become whatever you need most, sunlit office, reading nook or cozy lounge. Outside, the fenced backyard is its own luxurious escape: a custom stone seating wall curls around an expansive gas fire pit, a built-in cooler keeps things chilled and low-maintenance turf glows under landscape lighting once the sun goes down. Just beyond, the built-in grill sets the stage for backyard feasts, while a second-floor deck off the primary en-suite offers a private perch above it all. The outdoor three-story spiral staircase turns a simple trip into a small adventure. And this home doesn't just look amazing, it thinks ahead. Solar panels with battery backup, attached 2 car garage with EV charger, tankless water heater and full home security system mean beauty here comes with brains, too. Step outside and the neighborhood does the rest: Joe Van Gogh and The Loop are just around the corner while Duke's East Campus, buzzing 9th Street, Monuts and Whole Foods are all a short stroll away. It's the rare find where charm and modern indulgence share the same address.

1706 Englewood Ave, Durham

$750,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10193419 MLS ⋅ Robert E. And Catherine B. Page House BLDG.

BREATHTAKING Ranch in Durham's College Heights Historic District, fully renovated in 2022 with RENTAL INCOME potential! Built c. 1955, as a Contributing Building named after Robert E. & Catherine B. Page, this stone-and-brick beauty blends historic character with modern luxury. Open living/kitchen/dining combo with fireplace. Luxury kitchen boasts gas range, pot filler, double oven, wine chiller & Brazilian porcelain backsplash. Main-floor primary suite with walk-in closet & spa-like bathroom. Lower level has separate entry, 2 beds, full bath, wet bar, flex space, second fireplace & hideaway room with massage tub — ideal for multigenerational living or an income unit. Ask about Furniture and Appliances. Minutes to NCCU, downtown Durham, Duke University & Duke Hospital.

415 Cecil St, Durham

$718,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10185191 MLS

*Sellers offering .5% rate buy down!* Storybook charm and timeless character in one of Durham's most beloved in-town neighborhoods. This 1930s Watts Hillandale classic is the kind of house that fulfills dreams. From its swooping roofline and picket fence to the expansive screened porch, this home is brimming with warmth and character. Designated as a historic landmark, the Council-Arena House was beautifully built in 1937 for Jay Arena (1909), a professor of pediatrics at Duke. Inside, the gracious foyer with original banister opens to arched doorways, oversized original windows, hardwood floors, chunky moldings, and a welcoming living room with fireplace. The large dining room is adorned with historic built ins and the spacious kitchen has recent updates like quartz counters with breakfast bar, new sink, Bosch dishwasher, and a generous walk in pantry. The rear of the home is just as sweet as the front, with a quaint back porch ready to sit and swing while visiting with friends in the fenced backyard. Upstairs, the updated peaceful primary suite offers a rare luxury for a home of this era: an en-suite bath and large closet! Two additional bedrooms share a sweet vintage-tiled bath. A walk-in basement provides excellent storage and utility access. Newer washer, dryer, and refrigerator can convey. Roof 2021. HVAC 2021 and 2022. Steam boiler 2009. Water heater 2017. Set on bucolic W Club Boulevard, this is quintessential Watts Hillandale: tree-lined streets, a close-knit community, beloved traditions like the neighborhood Halloween parade, and an enviable walkable location near 9th Street, Duke, Monuts, Whole Foods, EK Powe Elementary, Oval Park and more. This beautifully preserved slice of Durham history is ready for its next chapter!

1917 W Club Blvd, Durham

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10172416 MLS

Welcome to Trinity Park and a beautiful historic property full of charm. This townhouse style condo built in 1936 is sure to impress you with original gleaming hardwoods, high ceilings, spacious rooms and wonderful features. As impressive as the historic features are, it also has a remodeled modern kitchen and primary bath. The wide, covered front porch gives you a chance to sit, relax, and watch the world go by. You'll enjoy being home in this unique property as much as spending time downtown in your favorite restaurants, theaters, cafes and bars. Embrace the urban lifestyle in this sweet spot of Durham.

309 N Gregson St, Durham

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