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Suburban calm and urban convenience
Once the home of Washington Duke and his family, the Duke Homestead community of today is a quiet, shady suburb just a few miles north of downtown Durham. At the neighborhood’s southern end, the Duke Homestead State Historic Site & Tobacco Museum features the preserved home, farm and factory buildings of the Duke family. It commemorates their life and forays into the tobacco manufacturing business between 1852 and 1874. Today, this vibrant enclave is known for its convenience and competitive home prices. "In general, Duke Homestead remains one of the more affordable markets in Durham, yet offers a great location," says Realtor Wendy Tanson of Nest Realty. Durham local Kelsey Kearney agrees, adding that location, even more than price, is what draws homebuyers here. “People like this area because of its proximity to downtown and the fact that you feel like you still have your own little slice of home and a private yard,” says the Allen Tate Realtor. “It’s really the best of both worlds, so location, certainly, has been a big driver of the neighborhood’s popularity today.”
The original Duke Homestead is still located on Duke Homestead road.
The Duke Homestead community sits on the outskirts of downtown Durham, NC.
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An eclectic mix of home styles at competitive prices
Most in Duke Homestead were built between the 1960s and 1990s. Kearney says that the neighborhood is known for its character and charm, given the span of decades these split-level, Traditional and ranch-style homes represent. “It’s certainly not cookie-cutter, by any means, but the houses still all look very cohesive,” she says. “And one of the major selling points of these older homes is that they have nicely established lot sizes and wide setbacks, so the houses aren’t on top of each other or right on the street.” There are pockets of new builds popping up here and there throughout the community, too, from sleek townhomes with sharp rooflines to Modern Farmhouse-style standalone homes. “We’re seeing a mix of styles in the new construction, but the more modern styles are popular at the moment,” says Bram Luknight, a local Realtor with Bull City Realtors. He observes that “a little bit of a price premium” tends to be placed on Duke Homestead’s new construction. “But there’s not a significant difference in price between a new construction versus an older home that’s in good shape.” Broadly, prices here start at about $275,000 and can go up to more than $425,000. Even the high end of the spectrum is about $10,000 under the median for the wider city.
Wooded lots help shade the home in the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
A nice mix of new construction can be found in the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
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Durham Public Schools, an arts magnet program and Duke University
Many neighborhood kids go to Holt Elementary between preschool and fifth grade, then continue to Carrington Middle for sixth through eighth grades. Holt earns a C grade from Niche; Carrington earns a C-plus. Older students attend Riverside High School, which gets a B-plus. The high school is also ranked No. 9 on Niche’s list of the best public high schools in Durham County. All three schools are located within about 5 miles of most homes. Durham School of the Arts, the district’s visual and performing arts-focused magnet school, will be even closer when its new campus opens next to the Duke Homestead historical site in 2026. The school serves middle and high schoolers, and while applications are required, enrollment is determined by lottery. Duke University’s West Campus is about 5 miles southwest of Duke Homestead. The private research university offers more than 50 undergraduate programs and more than 80 graduate/professional programs.
Holt Elementary is located in the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
Duke University’s West Campus is about 5 miles southwest of Duke Homestead.
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Indoor and outdoor recreation galore
Whippoorwill Park sprawls over more than 25 acres of the community’s center, between New Castle Road and Rowemont Drive. Alongside tennis courts and a lighted baseball field, the park offers picnic areas and a classic playground. The Warren Creek Trail, which runs through the middle of the park, connects north to Horton Road. About 2 miles southeast of most homes, the Edison Johnson Aquatics Center features an eight-lane indoor pool. Next door, the Museum of Life & Science features interactive exhibits designed to engage kids and adults alike. Luknight calls the museum a “Durham gem,” adding that when his son was little, they spent countless hours there. “It’s an incredible place. There’s a butterfly house, a train that kids can ride on, excavators they can play with, all kinds of things. It’s an anchor for the neighborhood.” And, of course, the community’s namesake, the Duke Homestead State Historical Site & Tobacco Museum, is also close. Visitors can explore on their own or take a 45-minute guided tour to learn more about the Duke family and their home, farm and factory buildings. The historic site puts on events throughout the year, too, from Halloween Phantasmagoria in October to Christmas by Candlelight in December.
Whippoorwill Park is a 25.27 acre park in North Durham.
Duke Homestead State Historic Site offers guided tours.
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A litany of retailers and local eateries nearby
Between the Harris Teeter and Food Lion in Duke Homestead’s northwest corner and the Harris Teeter and Costco on the neighborhood’s south side, residents don’t have to venture far for groceries. “You’re covered as far as your big box store-type retailers, for sure,” says Luknight. He adds that there are several locally owned eateries in the neighborhood, too, including one of his favorites, Gocciolina. “It’s not just my favorite, it’s a real local favorite. 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.” Kearny agrees, adding that the downtown Durham dining scene is so vibrant that she has too many favorites to count. Her top picks for pizza and pasta? “Pizzeria Toro has really great woodfired pizza, and Mother & Sons does wonderful fresh, homemade pasta.”
There's a Costco located in the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
Pizzeria Toro has really great woodfired pizza and not far ferom the Duke Homestead neighborhood
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Quick commuting downtown and beyond
Most homes in Duke Homestead are less than 6 miles north of both downtown and Duke University. Duke Regional Hospital, on the east side of US Route 501, is even closer. GoDurham Transit bus stops scattered on main thoroughfares in and around the neighborhood, as well as an increasing number of bike lanes, make getting around the city easy even without a car. “There’s definitely been a local government push to add more bike lanes,” says Luknight. He adds that the community’s proximity to the Ellerbe Creek Trail means locals can ride through parts of the city without getting on any main roads. Research Triangle Park, home to several major local employers, is about 13 miles southeast. “It’s probably a 15 to 20-minute drive, which is very convenient,” says Kearney. Interstate 85 runs past Duke Homestead’s south side, connecting west via I-40 toward the mountains and east toward the beach. Kearney: “We’re about two and a half hours from the mountains in Blowing Rock and about the same distance from the Pamlico Sound beaches, and the proximity to both is something people love about Durham in general, too. It’s convenient whether you’re going to work or going on vacation.”
Go Durham buses run all over the Duke Homestead neighborhood.
An increasing number of bike lanes, make getting around Durham and Duke Homestead easy.
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Parks in this Area
Rock Quarry Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Whippoorwill Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Westover Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
West Point on the Eno
Bike Trails
Boating
Grills
Holt School Road Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
The Rocks Nature Preserve
Hiking
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
29 min drive
Bus
North Pointe Dr & Broad St (Eb)
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Horton Rd & Delbert Ave (Wb)
Bus
North Pointe Dr & North Pointe Shopping Center (Eb)
Bus
North Pointe Dr & Red Roof Inn (Wb)
Bus
Guess Rd & Lombard Ave (Nb)
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Chalk Level Rd & Convergence St
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Guess Rd & Horton Rd (Cross Creek Shopping Center)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Duke Homestead
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duke Homestead, Durham sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Duke Homestead, Durham over the last 12 months is $347,586, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,445
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,868
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,239
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.5%
College Graduates
36%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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