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Historic neighborhood in downtown Durham
One of the oldest residential neighborhoods in the city, Old North Durham is a small but vibrant neighborhood in Durham. Surrounded by Bull City's bustling attractions, residents of this historic community have easy access to the most exciting locations in the city. “It’s convenient to downtown Durham and it’s very walkable,” says Bert Woodall, a Realtor with West and Woodall Real Estate.
Old North Durham is one oof the oldest neighborhoods in downtown Durham.
The downtown Durham skyline continues to grow and change.
DPAC is the center for live entertainment in Durham, NC.
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Bungalows, farmhouses and modern homes
Mature trees line the lawns and sidewalks in Old North Durham. Many of the homes were built between 1940 and 1970, with some dating as far back as the 1880s. Bungalows and farmhouses are common, and many homes are made of brick and feature wide front porches. Most older homes in the neighborhood are well-kept and restored with new roofs, siding and interiors and cost in the $500,000s. There are also some modern homes and condos scattered throughout the area, which can range upwards of $1 million. Old North Durham has become more “desirable” since the mid-2000s, thanks to new developments and renovations in the area. This has raised concerns about keeping housing affordable for long-time Durham residents, particularly low- and middle-income households.
Old North Durham places its residents in the heart of Durham and close to everything.
Older home with modern renovations can be found throughout Old North Durham.
A few modern homes can be found in the Old North Durham neighborhood.
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Durham Public Schools and Duke University
Students living in Old North Durham attend the Durham Public Schools district. George Watts Elementary School on Watts Street earned an A-minus from Niche. Older students may attend Rogers-Herr Middle School and J.D. Clement Early College High School, which earned B-plus and A grades, respectively. Nearby on N Duke Street, the Durham School of the Arts is a public magnet school serving middle and high school students. This school earned an A and offers a variety of arts programs, including creative writing, theater, and instruments like piano and guitar. Just 2 miles from Old North Durham is Duke University, the prestigious private university especially known for its excellent law and medicine programs.
George Watts Elementary School is a magnet school located in Durham, NC.
Rogers-Herr Middle is a magnet school located in Durham, NC.
J.D. Clement Early College High School is a highly rated, public, school in Durharham, NC.
Durham School of the Arts first opened in 1995 and is housed in the former Durham High School.
Duke University is one of the top private universities in the United States.
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Residents enjoy the outdoors at Old North Durham Park and Duke Park
Old North Durham Park is conveniently located in the middle of the neighborhood and has an athletic field, playground with climbing equipment and picnic tables for visitors to enjoy. A mile north, locals can visit Duke Park, which has a picnic area, playground and access to Ellerbee Creek Trail, part of Durham’s North-South Greenway. Residents are also just three miles from the Sarah P. Duke Gardens, a popular spot for viewing native and non-native plants with 5 miles of walking trails.
Old North Durham Park is located on 3.58 acres in West Central Durham.
Bay Hargrove Park features a playground and picnic shelter.
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Entertainment at Durham’s Art Walk, Durham Bulls and breweries
Along West Geer Street, locals can grab a drink and play games at Boxcar Bar + Arcade or catch a concert or comedy show at Motorco Music Hall. Sports fans visit Historic Durham Athletic Park, less than 2 miles away, to watch a minor league Durham Bulls baseball game. Old North Durham's Art Walk is another local favorite: artists showcase their wares, from jewelry to paintings to textiles, throughout Durham's historic district on the third Friday of every month from 6 to 9 PM. The DDI Third Friday Durham Facebook page posts updated lineups and locations each month.
The 3rd Friday Art Walk take place in downtown Durham, NC.
Many galleries are open for the The 3rd Friday Art Walk in downtown Durham, NC.
Fans can catch a Durham Bulls game at the Durham Athletic Park in downtown Durham, NC.
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Local flavors at The Blue Note Grille and King’s Sandwich Shop
Residents enjoy local flavors at the neighborhood’s independently owned restaurants. The Blue Note Grill serves hickory-smoked barbecue with a side of live music. Across the street, King’s Sandwich Shop has sold sandwiches, hotdogs, burgers and shakes for over 80 years. Old North Durham is also close to Downtown Durham’s best breweries, such as Durty Bull Brewing Company and The Glass Jug Beer Lab. Just West of the neighborhood on Ninth Street, the Shops at Erwin Mills has restaurants, beauty salons and big box stores like Harris Teeter.
_Kings Sandwich shop has been a Durham tradition since 1942.
In 2015 The Blue Note Grill expanded to a new 6,000 sq ft space in the downtown Durham.
he Blue Note Grill is one of the Triangle's premier live-music venues.
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Close to Duke’s campus and hospitals
Duke University and Duke University Hospital are conveniently located within 3 miles of the neighborhood and are major employers in the area. Old North Durham is also just 15 miles from RDU Airport and 10 miles from Research Triangle Park. “You have easy access to Duke Park and Interstate 85 from Old North Durham,” Woodall says. I-85, which runs northeast from Alabama to Virginia, takes Durham residents to Charlotte, about 140 miles away.
Duke University Hospital is consistently rated as one of the best hospitals in the USA.
Duke University is a private research university in Durham,NC.
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Parks in this Area
East End Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Oval Drive Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Duke Park
Dog Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Old North Durham Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Trinity Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Durham Central Park
Trails
Events
Concessions
Bay-Hargrove Park
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
24 min drive
Bus
Roxboro Rd & Lynch St
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Geer St & Glendale Ave
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Avondale Dr & Trinity Ave (Sb)
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Mangum St & Trinity Ave
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Mangum St & Geer St
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Geer St & Rigsbee Ave
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Mangum St & Markham Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old North Durham
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
10
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old North Durham, Durham sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old North Durham, Durham over the last 12 months is $847,583, up 35% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Pleasantly pleasing in Pearl Mills! Adorable 1920's bungalow may be on the diminutive side but lives large! With 2 spacious bedrooms and lots of common living area, this mill home fits the bill! Loads of natural light stream through the large windows throughout! Outdoor space abounds! Covered front porch allows for relaxing times on warm summer nights. Newly re-surfaced deck overlooks nice size
Step into this stunning custom-built 2023 home in Old North Durham, perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Durham. Designed with sophistication, the main level boasts soaring 10-foot ceilings and a versatile dining/flex room. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a custom range hood, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including: ILVE gas oven and cooktop, refrigerator,
Tired of having to get in your car to go somewhere? Buy 918 Orient and you can park it and forget about it. Some properties exaggerate just how ''walkable'' they are to desired locations, but there's no stretching the truth about this one—you can literally walk anywhere in downtown in minutes OR get on Ellerbee Creek trail, which you can see out your front window. However, with a back deck that
Welcome to 211 Hargrove Street, a beautifully reimagined Cape Cod home nestled in the heart of the Old North Durham neighborhood. Enjoy serene views of Bay-Hargrove Park from your spacious front porch or while preparing meals in the gourmet kitchen.Originally built in 1935, this charming residence was thoughtfully expanded by 1,157 sq ft in 2020 through a meticulous renovation by CQC
PRIME LOCATION! Welcome home to this lovely cottage only 1 mile from Durham Central Park. This home features an open floor plan, BRAND NEW RENOVATED KITCHEN (granite countertops, new cabinets, new appliances) and a RENOVATED FULL BATH (new vanity, new stone & tile work). Hardwood floors throughout. Move in ready! Walking distance to Durham Food Hall, Durham Farmers Market, Restaurants & Bars,
Property Id: 404640Features include security system electric stove, frost free refrigerator, washer dryer connections mini blinds off and on street free parking electric heat and air. Call to schedule an appointment to see the apartment.
At Central Park North Townhomes, walk to so much of what makes Durham cool, 5 blocks from Duke East Campus. Well laid-out with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, eat in kitchen. laundry included. Private fenced yard. 2 minute or less walk to Geer St Garden Restaurant & Beer, Cocoa Cinnamon Coffee, Fullsteam Brewery, Motorco Food & Music, Crossfit Gym, Great Pizza at Hutchins Garage. The Farmer's Market
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,821
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,883
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,979
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.2%
College Graduates
51.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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