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Steady growth east of Bull City
Stretching from the central hub of downtown Durham to the busy thoroughfare of Interstate 885, East Durham offers convenient, cost-effective access to Raleigh and Bull City while maintaining a distinct identity. Modern housing styles and historic buildings often stand shoulder to shoulder, offering a blend of the contemporary and old world. New residents have stimulated the growth of local businesses and new city parks, adding a more youthful energy than the area has seen in generations past. These changes make East Durham one of the latest up-and-coming neighborhoods in the Triangle: the three-city region that includes Durham, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill.
East Durham offers convenient, cost-effective access to Raleigh and RTP.
East Durham is the most densely populated of Durham's neighborhoods.
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A hub of cultural pride and Black-owned business
From the food at Mike D’s BBQ to the nightlife at Congress Social Bar, Black-owned businesses are a cultural thread that ties the community of East Durham together. This cultural tradition stems from Durham’s historic “Black Wall Street,” which began in the late 19th Century, and saw a flourishing of Black-owned businesses. “There are families who have been living here for generations,” says Camryn Smith, co-founder and Executive Director of Communities in Partnership, a leadership organization that has served East Durham since 2011. “This has always been the home of Black people and immigrants. That should be respected.”
Stop by for some BBQ at Mike D’s BBQ in East Durham.
Congress Social Bar in East Durham has renovated an old building as a speak easy.
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Always adjacent to the action
East Durham is sandwiched between 885 and North Carolina Highway 147, providing convenient auto travel to not only downtown Durham, 2 miles away, but Chapel Hill and Raleigh, located 16 miles and 23 miles respectively. “The proximity is key,” says Ian Kipp, Central Durham specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices . “It’s so close to the area’s cultural capital.” This means, however, that congestion and highway noise are common in the neighborhood’s northern and southern sections. A dollar fare will get you to downtown through GoDurham, a bus line that provides service every half hour.
Highway 147 connects Interstate 885 to East Durham and downtown.
A dollar fare will get you to downtown through GoDurham.
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An Ideal spot for local food
East Durham’s restaurants are making a name for themselves, drawing crowds from all over the Triangle. Lines form outside Ideal’s Sandwich and Grocery on Angier Avenue to try their popular Italiano or chicken cutlet, while Proximity Brewing offers a selection of home-brewed IPAs and ales. Local shopping options include the Durham Green Flea Market and family-owned Tropicana Supermarket, with familiar options like Food Lion 2 miles east.
The Tropicana Supermarket is a family-owned grocery in East Durham on Holloway street,
Street
Arrive early or you'll be standing in line at Ideal Sandwich and Groceries in East Durham.
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Value-priced homes in a historic setting
Homes in East Durham range from the low $200,000s for ranch-style fixer-uppers to the high $600,000s for new neo-Colonial homes, with several homes from the early 1900s in need of a new lease on life at every price point in between. Well-worn sidewalks stretch from downtown to surrounding neighborhoods, connecting homes with local businesses. “There’s a beautiful historic fabric to these older homes,” Kipp says. “The houses are anything but cookie cutter.” However, some residents believe the new development comes at the cost of the historic. Recent years have seen older, architecturally interesting homes torn down. “They’re being replaced with modern homes and duplexes,” says Smith. “The land is worth more than the houses.”
East Durham was named one of the best 'old house' neighborhoods in the South.
Mature trees line the streets and provide shade for homes in East Durham.
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Greenery and good times inside the Triangle
An outdoor spot to walk the dog or throw a frisbee is never more than a mile or two away in East Durham. Baseball games are a regular draw at Sherwood Park in Wellons Village, with basketball courts and shady picnic pavilions also available. Durham’s largest park, Merrick-Moore, is 2 miles from the neighborhood, and has 50 acres of fields for jogging, kicking around a soccer ball or just relaxing in the shade.
East Durham Park has a playground for small children.
Merrick-Moore Park in East Durham has 4 soccer fields, restroom building, parking and lighting.
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Education just minutes from Angier Avenue
Local children can expect to attend schools like Y.E. Smith Elementary, John W. Neal Middle School or the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability, which is known for its STEM magnet program. All of these schools have a C rating on Niche, and residents can check with the Durham public school system to find their individual school zone.
In East Durham local students can expect to attend schools like Y.E. Smith Elementary.
Southern School of Energy & Sustainability in East Durham is a STEM school.
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East Durham is a 2 mile drive to the center of downtown Durham.
Annual East Durham events and activities
Annual events like the Youth Summit at the Holton Career and Resource Center draw hundreds of kids and families from all over Durham to learn about family-friendly summer programs. A 2 mile drive to the center of Durham itself gives residents access to yearly celebrations like Kwanzaafest, NC Comicon, and the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival.
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Parks in this Area
East End Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Oakwood Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Long Meadow Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
C. R. Wood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Grant Street Park (North)
Picnic Area
Playground
Grant Street Park (South)
Trails
Walking Paths
Sherwood Park
Merrick-Moore Park
East Durham Park
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
20 min drive
Bus
Bacon St & Durham Public Schools Warehouse (Nb)
Bus
Hardee St & Landon St (Nb)
Bus
E Main St & Cherry Grove St (Wb)
Bus
Angier Ave & Vine St (Wb)
Bus
Taylor St & Driver St (Eb)
Bus
Hyde Park Ave & E Main St (Trosa Inc.)
Bus
Angier Ave & Bingham St (Eb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Durham
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Durham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Durham, Durham sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Durham, Durham over the last 12 months is $422,990, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming one-story home in the desirable Driver Lands subdivision in Downtown Durham! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this home offers an open floor plan perfect for entertaining.The living room showcases a cozy fireplace and an eye-catching accent wall, seamlessly flowing into the updated kitchen with new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a modern tile backsplash.
**SHOWSTOPPER ALERT** Step onto the charming covered front porch and into a beautifully, well maintained, like NEW home featuring an open floor plan, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and abundant natural light throughout. The chef's kitchen is a true showstopper with a large island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry, perfect for both everyday living and
This 3-bedroom home offers a functional layout with hardwood floors in the main living areas and bedrooms. The living room features a classic brick fireplace and an arched entryway. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a tile backsplash, and it opens to the dining area, creating an easy flow for everyday living. On the lower level, a bonus room
This stunning contemporary home is the largest offering to date in this enclave of homes built by Vista Properties & Homes. Located in up and coming East Durham, within walking distance to Ideal's Sandwich & Mike Dees BBQ! The property is zoned COMMERCIAL, so you can run your business out of the fully accessible basement flex-room and your clients can park behind the house! SOUTH-Facing
BLU Station ApartmentsBLU Station Apartments is a community offering a newly renovated property and apartment homes featuring: spacious living and dining areas, plenty of cabinet space and pantry storage in every kitchen, and cozy carpeted bedrooms. With shopping, dining and the bus line right at your doorstep, BLU Station is the perfect location for your new home.Live Beautiful.
Available early Sept, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, brick ranch with fenced yard. Located near the downtown area, this home features a 1 car carport, outside storage, and a large fenced yard. The interior features carpet, heat pine paneling, and updated kitchen with solid surface counters and maple cabinets. There are two generous sized bedrooms. Washer/Dryer available. Sorry, no pets
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,267
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,145
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,142
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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