Historic character and modern comfort come together in this Colonial Revival gem, built in the 1940s by noted Durham builder Thomas Wray Wilkinson as his own family home. A 2007 renovation earned a Durham Historic Preservation Award, blending heritage and comfort with exquisite taste. Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,140 sq ft of thoughtfully updated space, including a finished basement with flex space and laundry room, two fireplaces, and a sunroom that's heated and cooled for year-round enjoyment. A one-car garage and new roof (2021) add convenience and peace of mind. Details include gleaming hardwood floors, granite countertops, and timeless design elements that make the home both elegant and livable. The backyard is a private retreat, complete with two koi ponds, a stone patio, and a cascading waterfall—a rare oasis so close to the city. Just steps from downtown Durham, Duke's East Campus, and the lively Duke Park neighborhood, this home blends historic charm with an unbeatable location.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (10/16)
$649,900
406 E Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27701
2beds
2,140sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
0.25 Acres Lot
$638,000 Zestimate®
$304/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cascading waterfallFinished basementStone patioTwo fireplacesGleaming hardwood floorsTwo koi pondsGranite countertops
- 93 days |
- 671 |
- 54 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 01:19am
Listed by:
Steve Gardner 919-641-6240,
Urban Durham Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10121041
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Slate, Tile
- Basement: Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,140
- Total interior livable area: 2,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,636
- Finished area below ground: 504
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Pond on Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0832320573
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $304/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $559,090
- Annual tax amount: $5,542
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
Estimated market value
$638,000
$606,000 - $670,000
$2,439/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $649,900-4.4%$304/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10121041 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $679,900-2.9%$318/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10121041 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,900+64.1%$327/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10121041 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2018 | Sold | $426,500-2%$199/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2167787 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2018 | Pending sale | $435,000$203/sqft |
Source: Distinctive Properties #2167787 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,542 +6% | $559,090 +49.2% |
| 2024 | $5,229 +6.5% | $374,837 |
| 2023 | $4,910 +2.3% | $374,837 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,737/mo
Principal & interest
$3120
Property taxes
$390
Home insurance
$227
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Duke Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Club Boulevard ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Club Blvd
- Middle: Durham - Brogden
- High: Durham - Riverside
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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