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North Durham blends suburban living with city access
North Durham has a different vibe from the continuously growing South Durham. Residents of North Durham appreciate their neighborhood because it offers more open space and fewer commercial areas. It feels more suburban but is less than 10 miles from downtown Durham. “North Durham has some amazing, well-established communities on lots that have lots of foliage,” says Tammy Bordeaux Smith, broker and Realtor with Bordeaux Smith Realty, who frequently sells here. Eno River State Park is close by, and there are a few golf and tennis clubs in the area. U.S. Route 501 runs through the neighborhood and connects to Interstate 85 near downtown.
Homes in North Durham are shaded by trees.
Ranch-style homes with manicured lawns are common in North Durham.
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Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes sell quickly
Traditional architecture, Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes are common in the area, but there is a wide variety of houses throughout the different subdivisions. “A lot of folks don’t realize that North Durham has rolling topography and many homes are able to have walk-out basements,” Bordeaux Smith says. Most properties were built between the 1970s and ‘90s and tend to be around 2,500 square feet. Prices range from around $350,000 to $600,000. The median lot size is a little over half an acre. Houses tend to stay on the market for an average of 19 days, lower than the national average of 52 days.
Colonial Revival homes are commonly seen in North Durham.
You will find several ranch homes with large yards within the North Durham neighborhood.
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Elementary and middle schools vary by neighborhood zone
The majority of students in the eastern half of the neighborhood can attend Little River Elementary, which earns a B grade from Niche, and Lucas Middle, which earns a C-plus. Most students living in the western half of the neighborhood are zoned for Eno Valley Elementary and Carrington Middle, both of which have a C-plus rating. Both school zones can attend B-minus-rated Northern High.
High schoolers can take career and technical classes, including business marketing and entrepreneurship. School choice in Durham Public Schools includes magnet, year-round and career pathway schools. Spots are determined through a lottery system, and families can also request open enrollment or out-of-district transfers if seats are available. Around 10 miles away, Duke University is an A-plus-rated four-year college.
Little River School is a K-8 grade school in Durham, NC and earns a B from Niche.
Lucas Middle is a public school located in Durham, NC and is rated a C+ by Niche.
Eno Valley elementary School is located in Durham, NC.
George L Carrington Middle School is rated a C+ by Niche.
Northern High School earns a B- Niche score.
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Recreation options range from state parks to swim clubs
Eno River State Park spans over 4,300 acres with six different access points. It features over 30 miles of hiking trails and open spaces where visitors can launch a canoe or have a picnic. Little River Regional Park is another large green space that has a bird trail and a butterfly garden.
Eno Valley Swim and Racquet Club requires a membership. In addition to the pool and tennis courts, the club offers pickleball, a beach volleyball court and a clubhouse. Golfers can head to Umstead Pines at Willowhaven and play on the public 18-hole course or check out the private course at Treyburn Country Club. “There is also the Museum of Life and Science, which folks are very surprised at how many acres it covers, and it offers great activities for adults and kids alike,” Bordeaux Smith says.
Umstead Pines in North Durham has a public golf course.
Eno River State Park is a great place to escape the heat near North Durham.
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Locals often drive south for mall shopping and dining
The neighborhood has limited commercial areas, but it does have some grocery stores, such as Harris Teeter, and a few eateries. “Most people drive to South Durham to shop at [The Streets at] Southpoint mall, but North Durham is getting a Publix that will have shopping and restaurants in the same complex,” Bordeaux Smith says. Most restaurants in North Durham are in shopping centers along North Roxboro Street. Del Rancho Mexican Grill specializes in burritos and fajitas, and Silver Spoon Restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.
North Durham residents can get their grocery essentials at the nearby Harris Teeter.
There are other shopping and dining options nearby like the popular Del Rancho Mexican Grill in the nearby Eno Square.
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Commuters rely on cars to reach jobs, hospitals and airports
This area is a car-dependent section of the city, but there are some GoDurham bus stops along North Roxboro. “North Durham offers a little less traffic and is a little quieter than the other end of the city,” Bordeaux Smith says. The drive to Research Triangle Park, the largest research park in the country, is around 20 miles or less. Duke Regional Hospital is around 5 miles from the neighborhood, while Raleigh-Durham International Airport is closer to 20 or 25 miles south. North Durham has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Duke University Hospital provides a short commute for North Durham residents.
North Durham residents can get around town using the Durham transit system.
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Annual events range from dance festivals to food and beer tastings
The City of Durham has several annual events throughout the year. In the summer, Duke University hosts the American Dance Festival. Football fans can root for the Duke Blue Devils during home games. Bull City Food and Beer Experience is held at the Durham Performing Arts Center in the winter.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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North Durham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Durham, Durham sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in North Durham, Durham over the last 12 months is $442,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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