406 E Markham Avenue, Durham, NC 27701

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406 E Markham Avenue,Durham, NC 27701
$644,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,140 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Listed by: steve gardner
Office: urban durham realty
MLS#:10141337
Source:RD

Price summary

  • Price:$644,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$300.93

About this home

Historic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully preserved Colonial Revival, built in the 1940s by noted Durham builder Thomas Wray Wilkinson as his own family home. A thoughtful renovation in 2007 earned a Durham Historic Preservation Award, honoring the home's heritage while enhancing everyday livability. The interior offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,140 square feet of updated living space, including a finished basement that works well as a third bedroom, office or flexible bonus area. The home also features a laundry room, two fireplaces, and a sunroom that is heated and cooled for comfortable year round use. A one car garage and a new roof installed in 2021 add convenience and peace of mind. Classic details shine throughout, including gleaming hardwood floors, tile kitchen countertops, and timeless architectural elements that make the home both elegant and livable. Outside, the backyard feels like a private sanctuary with two ponds, a stone patio, and a

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Home facts

  • Year built:1945
  • Listing ID #:10141337
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:January 15, 2026 at 06:19 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Living area:2,140 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1945
  • Building area:2,140 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.25 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Durham - Riverside
  • Middle school:Durham - Brogden
  • Elementary school:Durham - Club Blvd

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$644,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$300.93
  • Tax amount:$5,542
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