406 E Markham Ave

2,140 Sq. Ft.
$289 / Sq. Ft.
2,140
Sq. Ft.
$289
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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....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 cascading waterfall. It is a rare and tranquil retreat just steps from downtown Durham, Duke's East Campus, and the vibrant Duke Park neighborhood. This home offers historic character, thoughtful updates, and an exceptional location all in one.

Property Details for 406 East Markham Avenue

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Subdivision
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LISTING UPDATED: 02/22/2026 05:07 AM

Property Details for 406 East Markham Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #10141337
Days on Market42
Taxes$5,542 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1945
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyDurham County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Urban Durham Realty
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Building Information for 406 East Markham Avenue

Stories2Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,479 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,017

Property Taxes

$462

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 406 East Markham Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Duke's East Campus head east on W Markham St. After it changes to E Markham St the house will be on your right.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.009927
  • Longitude: -78.888177
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Neighborhood: Duke Park
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,542.26
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Club Blvd
  • Elementary School 2: Durham - George Watts
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • Middle School 2: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
  • High School: Durham - Riverside
  • High School 2: Durham - Durham School of the Arts
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2140.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Pond on Lot
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 0832320573
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 66
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 504.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick Veneer, Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 2
  • Basement Description: Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Slate, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings
  • Equipment Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Interior: Driveway, Garage, Brick Veneer, Wood Siding, In Basement
  • Equipment: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, In Basement, Driveway, Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 13.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12.9 x 18.3
  • Room Width: 18.3
  • Room Length: 12.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 13.4
  • Room Width: 13.4
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 5
  • Room Description: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.7 x 13
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Length: 12.7
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 9.8
  • Room Width: 9.8
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 5.9 x 6.1
  • Room Width: 6.1
  • Room Length: 5.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 7.8
  • Room Width: 7.8
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 11.3 x 15.3
  • Room Width: 15.3
  • Room Length: 11.3
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 12.8 x 18.1
  • Room Width: 18.1
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 17
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 16.7 x 9
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 406 East Markham Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 5, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10141337

$619,000—
Jan 15, 2026

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

—
Jan 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10141337

$644,000—
Oct 16, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$649,900—
Sep 29, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$679,900—
Sep 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$699,900—
Feb 28, 2018

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$426,500—
Feb 28, 2018

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$426,500—
Feb 11, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #617214176

$426,500—
Jan 29, 2018

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

—
Jan 12, 2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$435,000—
Jan 12, 2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$435,000—
Apr 1, 2008

Expired

AMLS #926864

$284,500—
Apr 1, 2008

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

—
Sep 12, 2007

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

—
Apr 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

$349,900—
Apr 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

AMLS #926864

$349,900—
Apr 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

$349,900—
Dec 31, 2006

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

—
Dec 31, 2006

Expired

AMLS #868795

$349,900—
Aug 26, 2006

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

—
May 31, 2006

Listed (Active)

AMLS #868795

$399,900—
May 31, 2006

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$399,900—
May 31, 2006

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$399,900—
May 31, 2006

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$349,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/05/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10141337

$619,000
01/15/2026

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

—
01/14/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10141337

$644,000
10/16/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$649,900
09/29/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$679,900
09/10/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10121041

$699,900
02/28/2018

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$426,500
02/28/2018

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$426,500
02/11/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #617214176

$426,500
01/29/2018

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

—
01/12/2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$435,000
01/12/2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2167787

$435,000
04/01/2008

Expired

AMLS #926864

$284,500
04/01/2008

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

—
09/12/2007

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

—
04/20/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

$349,900
04/20/2007

Listed (Active)

AMLS #926864

$349,900
04/20/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #926864

$349,900
12/31/2006

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

—
12/31/2006

Expired

AMLS #868795

$349,900
08/26/2006

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

—
05/31/2006

Listed (Active)

AMLS #868795

$399,900
05/31/2006

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$399,900
05/31/2006

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$399,900
05/31/2006

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #868795

$349,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 406 East Markham Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$281,250Additions$277,840Total$559,090
Tax Record2025$5,542 ($462 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,615 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,615 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN109520Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 406 East Markham Avenue

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
W G Pearson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Club Boulevard Elementary
PublicK to 5

Brogden Middle
Public6 to 8

Riverside High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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406 East Markham Avenue is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27701. This property was listed for sale on January 14, 2026 by Urban Durham Realty, it's currently listed at $619,000. It has been on the market for a total of 42 days and was last sold on February 28, 2018. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include W G Pearson Elementary, Club Boulevard Elementary and Brogden Middle. 406 East Markham Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,140 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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