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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
Black-owned businesses in East Durham connect to the cultural legacy of Durham’s historic Black Wall Street, an area around Parrish Street downtown. That district began thriving in the late 19th century with a proliferation of Black-owned businesses. Today, East Durham's Black-owned establishments include Congress Social Bar and Proximity Brewing Company. “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 I-885 and the Durham Freeway, a portion of state Route 147. Travel is convenient to downtown Durham, 2 miles away, as well as to Chapel Hill and Raleigh, located about 14 miles and 23 miles away, respectively. “The proximity is key,” says Ian Kipp, a central Durham specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. “It’s so close to the area’s cultural capital.” Congestion and highway noise are common in the neighborhood’s northern and southern sections. Another way to get around is via GoDurham's free buses.
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,
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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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Crime and Safety
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East Durham
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Durham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Durham, Durham sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in East Durham, Durham over the last 12 months is $265,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Wooded homesite is the heart of downtown Durham. Just a few blocks from Old Five Points area. The lot would work for a basement and unique plan. There is a stream on the property, the seller has had the lot surveyed, investigated and mitigation work complete. Documents are attached. Permits from DWQ and DOT as well as Durham are required.
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
Contemporary style, smart design, and an ideal location come together in this beautifully finished 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the heart of Durham. Completed in 2024, this nearly new residence offers the benefits of fresh construction with a layout and finishes designed for modern living. The open-concept main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring, a spacious eat-in kitchen with quartz
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 MID-FEBRUARY 2026. Beautiful 1915 bungalow in the heart of Old East Durham was lovingly renovated in 2017, keeping its old charm while getting all the modern conveniences. Home features gleaming hardwood floors and lots of windows. Walk into the foyer from the glass door with side lights and from there to the large living room that opens to the formal dining room. Kitchen has gleaming
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