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Burch Avenue is a historic neighborhood with everyday convenience
Burch Avenue blends historic character with the convenience of city living in the heart of Durham. The area was developed at the turn of the twentieth century and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, tree-lined streets feature homes with welcoming front porches, while the neighborhood's walkable layout puts daily errands, local shops and eateries within easy reach. Its location also provides quick access to downtown Durham and Duke University, making it a convenient spot for students, faculty and professionals.
Burch Avenue residents enjoy sports and more at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Burch Avenue residents are just minutes away from Duke University.
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What historic homes cost in Burch Avenue
Single-family homes from the early 1900s fill the neighborhood, with Craftsman bungalows and Victorian-style houses making up the majority. Some are even registered as historic landmarks, like the William Thomas O'Brien House on Wilkerson Avenue, once home to a prominent tobacco innovator. The early 20th-century character shows in details like spacious front porches and wood siding. Many homes have been renovated over the years, blending preserved architectural details with updated kitchens, bathrooms and modern appliances. The neighborhood is compact and walkable, with sidewalks framing the streets. Tall, leafy trees and large shrubs add a natural feel to this urban community. Houses don't come on the market that often, but when they do, they generally cost between the lower $700,000s and $1.5 million.
Homes in Burch Avenue are frequently Craftsman or Victorian-style houses.
Bungalows are one of the most common styles in the neighborhood.
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Local shops and restaurants cluster around West Chapel Hill Street
Burch Avenue has a mix of locally owned shops and restaurants in the neighborhood and nearby. One of the area's highlights is the Durham Co-op Market, a grocery store that sells local and organic products. "It's a community business built by the community for the community," says Dawn Pressley, the store's Community Outreach Coordinator. "We have programs for membership; you can get discounts and free gifts, but you don't need a membership to shop here. Everyone is welcome." Other popular businesses nearby include:
GRUB Durham, a converted gas station serving Southern comfort food and featuring a spacious rooftop bar
Isaac's Bagels, a takeaway shop with hand-rolled bagels, classic sandwiches and house-made cream cheeses
Pizzeria Toro, a rustic spot downtown serving wood-fired pizzas and Italian-inspired small plates
The Fuzzy Needle, an eclectic spot selling records, books and vintage clothes
Al-Taiba Halal Market, a specialty grocery carrying halal meats and Middle Eastern foods
Durham Co-op Market is a popular health food destination for residents.
Area residents can enjoy patio dining at GRUB Durham.
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Parks, gardens and a farmers market nearby
Recreation is easy to find in the neighborhood. Burch Avenue Park is a fenced-in green space in the heart of the community, with a shaded playground and picnic tables. Just over a mile away, the 5-acre Durham Central Park is a constant hub of activity, hosting the Durham Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings, plus concerts and food truck rodeos throughout the year. It also has a large playground known as Mount Merrill, which features multiple slides and climbing structures. For a more natural escape, Sarah P. Duke Gardens spans around 55 acres on the Duke University campus. Miles of paths wind through landscaped sections, including the Rose Garden and the Azalea Court.
There's nothing better than music in the morning at the Durham Farmers' Market.
Durham Central Park has lots of activities to enjoy throughout its space.
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Easy commutes to downtown and Duke University
Burch Avenue is a convenient spot for people who work downtown or at Duke University. Durham's City Center is about a mile east, typically a 5-minute drive. Duke is just 2 miles west, a trip that also takes about 5 minutes. While most people drive, West Chapel Hill Street has sidewalks and bike lanes as alternative commuting options. “A client of mine will walk to the Bulls games from the neighborhood. You see a bunch of people trailing down West Chapel Hill Street on game day,” says Stacy Slone, a Realtor with Keller Williams Elite Realty, who’s lived in Durham since the late 1980s. A GoDurham bus route also serves West Chapel Hill Street, connecting the neighborhood to downtown and the University.
Burch Avenue residents can use GoDurham buses as their primary public transport.
Duke Transit is available to neighborhood residents.
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Durham students have public, magnet and private school options
Students are served by Durham Public Schools and have multiple options for education. Some schools that they can attend include:
Lakewood Elementary School which offers a Spanish-English dual-language immersion program
Jordan High School, which has Advanced Placement courses along with an Agriculture Education Pathway
Magnet and specialty programs offered by the district that are application-based
Immaculata Catholic School, a highly rated private option in the community serving kindergarten through eighth grade
Durham's Lakewood Elementary School serves approximately 380 students.
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Crime and Safety
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Burch Avenue
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Burch Avenue Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burch Avenue, Durham sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Burch Avenue, Durham over the last 12 months is $1,490,000, up 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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