203 W Markham Ave

2,387 Sq. Ft.
$328 / Sq. Ft.
2,387
Sq. Ft.
$328
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Vintage charm and modern upgrades, with Duke Park and Downtown Durham just a short walk away. The first floor welcomes you with 9 ft ceilings, original hardwood floors and graceful fireplace flanked by windows while the updated kitchen and bathrooms provide the modern comforts! Sleek renovated kitchen features white cabinetry, granite, subway tile. The open dining room and kitchen make hosting and meal prep a breeze! The second floor features a spacious owners...This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Vintage charm and modern upgrades, with Duke Park and Downtown Durham just a short walk away. The first floor welcomes you with 9 ft ceilings, original hardwood floors and graceful fireplace flanked by windows while the updated kitchen and bathrooms provide the modern comforts! Sleek renovated kitchen features white cabinetry, granite, subway tile. The open dining room and kitchen make hosting and meal prep a breeze! The second floor features a spacious owners suite with great natural light, upgraded bathroom with tile walk-in shower, and ample storage with a walk-in closet and loft shelves. Head outside to grill on the deck or enjoy the landscaped yard from the front patio. Deck access is from one downstairs bedroom that can double as a study. Inviting front porch is a sweet spot for morning coffee or an evening chat with the neighbors. Walking distance to the Farmers Market and all the fabulous eateries and entertainment that Durham Central Park and Downtown have to offer. Don’t miss out on this gem!
  1. Listed by Susan Hertz • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Property Details for 203 West Markham Avenue

View
Yes
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2025 10:50 PM

Property Details for 203 West Markham Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #2507412
Days on Market3
Taxes$4,543 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1935
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyDurham County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Sold By Urban Durham Realty

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Building Information for 203 West Markham Avenue

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,195 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,816

Property Taxes

$379

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 203 West Markham Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: East on Markham from Washington. Pass Glendale, home is on the right.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.009752
  • Longitude: -78.894804
  • Neighborhood: Duke Park
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,543.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 7
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
  • Tax Rate: 1.24
Contract Information
  • Lease Expiration Date: 2023-07-31
  • Original Listing ID: 2507412
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Glenn
  • Elementary School 2: Durham - Holt
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • High School: Durham - Riverside
  • High School 2: Durham - The School for Creative Studies
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2387.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150 x 50 x 150 x 50
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 361
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 361
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.08
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Playground
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Electric, Zoned
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Granite Counters, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior: Driveway, Gravel, Wood Siding, Main Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Main Level, Driveway, Gravel
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9
  • Room Description: Unf bsmt
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other
Room 10
  • Room Description: Deck 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 203 West Markham Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 31, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

Jun 6, 2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

Jun 5, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$783,000
Jun 5, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$783,000
May 13, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512090110

$783,000

+10.5% / yr

Apr 30, 2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

Apr 27, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$725,000
Apr 27, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$725,000
Jan 31, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
Jan 31, 2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

Jan 31, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
Jan 30, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
Jan 30, 2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

Jan 30, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638728007

$511,000

+7.8% / yr

Dec 3, 2018

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

Nov 23, 2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$499,000
Nov 23, 2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$499,000
Dec 14, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #72583536

$132,000
Dec 14, 2000

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

$132,000
Dec 14, 2000

Sold

AMLS #561673

$132,000
Nov 19, 2000

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

Jul 20, 2000

Listed (Active)

AMLS #561673

$131,900
Jul 20, 2000

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

$131,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/31/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

06/06/2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

06/05/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$783,000
06/05/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$783,000
05/13/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512090110

$783,000

+10.5% / yr

04/30/2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

04/27/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$725,000
04/27/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2507412

$725,000
01/31/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
01/31/2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

01/31/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
01/30/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$511,000
01/30/2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

01/30/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638728007

$511,000

+7.8% / yr

12/03/2018

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

11/23/2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$499,000
11/23/2018

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2225507

$499,000
12/14/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #72583536

$132,000
12/14/2000

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

$132,000
12/14/2000

Sold

AMLS #561673

$132,000
11/19/2000

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

07/20/2000

Listed (Active)

AMLS #561673

$131,900
07/20/2000

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #561673

$131,900

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

Public Records for 203 West Markham Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$277,875Additions$450,146Total$728,021
Tax Record2025$7,217 ($601 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN109378Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 203 West 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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