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Duke Homestead is known for its convenience
Duke Homestead is a notable community in northern Durham because it offers a range of homes minutes from major employers, downtown, retail and schools. You might live near Whippoorwill Park or the historic Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum, both with space to walk around outside. Regardless of where residents live in the community, there are routes nearby that quickly lead to jobs, entertainment and recreation.
Duke Homestead showcases the early rustic life of the Duke family tobacco farm.
The historic Duke Homestead still stands today and gives the neighborhood its namesake.
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Walkable streets and varied homes make this area in demand
There is a wide range of housing styles throughout Duke Homestead. Properties that sell in the mid-$100,000s to lower $300,000s tend to be ranch-style homes and townhouses. Some Craftsman, Cape Cod and Colonial Revival homes sell in the mid-$300,000s to lower $500,000s. Joel Sivertsen is a broker with NorthGroup Real Estate who sells properties throughout the greater Triangle area, and he says the community is sought after for a number of reasons. “It’s one of the most desirable pockets because it delivers walkability,” Sivertsen says. “It’s close to downtown, shopping, restaurants, the hospital and greenways, without sacrificing neighborhood calm. If you move closer to downtown, you lose the calmness.” Sivertsen also mentions homes here move quickly when they go on the market because they're convenient to schools and jobs.
Modern farmhouse-style homes with polished architecture are featured in newer subdivisions within the neighborhood.
Growing families can find four-bedroom homes in Duke Homestead.
Contemporary townhouses provide residents with upscale living in Duke Homestead.
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Public and magnet schools with Duke University nearby
The area is part of the highly rated Durham Public Schools district, and Brogden Middle School is one of the campuses in the area. Duke Homestead will also be home to a new campus for the Durham School of Arts magnet school, expected to open in 2027. Duke University is one of the nation's top colleges, and it has two campuses in Durham. Duke East is about 3 miles away, while the main campus and the Duke University Hospital are around 5 miles away.
Holt Elementary School in Duke Homestead teaches younger students in the area.
Brogden Middle School is the home of the dragons in Duke Homestead.
Duke University's sprawling campus is about a 10-minute drive from Duke Homestead.
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Exploring nearby parks and walking through a historic Durham site
When it comes to getting outdoors, Whippoorwill Park has athletic courts and a playground, while the Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum is more suited for leisurely walks and learning about one of Durham’s early influential families. You can also take a short drive to the Museum of Life & Science in nearby Weaver. Sivertsen says it’s one of the best museums in North Carolina, and the museum’s membership includes discounts on entry to other attractions across the state. “Every time we travel, we see what zoos and museums are available with the membership,” Sivertsen says.
The Museum of Life and Science in Duke Homestead features sculptures of dinosaurs for residents to gaze on.
Kayakers have prominent river access at West Point on the Eno River in Duke Homestead.
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Duke Homestead is full of grocery stores and local restaurants
You don’t have to travel far to find shops and restaurants around the community. The North Pointe Shopping Center has stores like Burlington and Ross. When it comes to grocery stores, Duke Homestead has:
Costco
Harris Teeter
Food Lion
Bram Luknight is a Realtor with Bull City Real Estate, who says there are plenty of locally owned restaurants in the area. One of his favorites is Gocciolina. “It’s not just my favorite, it’s a real local favorite,” Luknight says. “They have really good Italian food. It’s a standout in this area. But you’re also within a few miles of downtown, which has plenty of great restaurants and bars, too.” Mother & Sons Trattoria is one of the more popular Italian restaurants downtown, as well as Pizzeria Toro.
Harris Teeter provides Duke Homestead residents with weekly essentials.
Pizzeria Toro specializes in wood-fired pizza near the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
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It's easy to bike, drive and bus around the area
Sivertsen points out homes here tend to sell quickly because of the area’s commuting access. “Compared to other neighborhoods farther east, it blends established character with convenience,” Sivertsen says. Many residents are within a 20-minute drive of Durham’s biggest employers. You might commute less than 10 minutes to Duke Regional Hospital or Duke University. The Research Triangle Park is the epicenter of technology and biomedical jobs, and its campus is about 14 miles away or a roughly 20-minute drive using Interstate 885. GoDurham buses stop along Guess Road and continue to downtown and Duke. Some people bike along the Ellerbee Creek Trail, which cuts through nearby neighborhoods like Watts Hospital-Hillandale and Old West Durham and the way down to Duke.
An increasing number of bike lanes, make getting around Durham and Duke Homestead easy.
GoDurham buses reliably serve residents in Duke Homestead.
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Assault with Weapon
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Duke Homestead Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duke Homestead, Durham sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Duke Homestead, Durham over the last 12 months is $338,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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