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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,551.98 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.12 Acres
  • Updated 6 hours ago

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903 W Markham Avenue,Durham, NC 27701

903 W Markham AvenueDurhamNC27701

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Classic Trinity Park charm meets single-level convenience at 903 W Markham Ave! This stunning 1,500+ sq ft bungalow offers timeless architectural details and pristine hardwood floors throughout. Step onto the iconic rocking-chair front porch and into a light-filled layout featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and an oversized kitchen designed for everyday living and entertaining. Accommodating 3 comfortable bedrooms and 1 bath, this home includes a dedicated flexible room-ideal for a home office, nursery, or creative studio. Unbeatable location just steps from Duke East Campus, Ninth Street dining, and downtown Durham. Rare one-level bungalow living in one of Durham's most coveted historic neighborhoods!

Full Property Details for 903 W Markham Ave

General

  • Price: $540,000
  • Taxes: $5,106 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10196198
  • Updated: 10/9/2026
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room
  • Appliances: Electric Range
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch

Parking

  • Parking Features: On Street

Location

  • County: Durham
  • Subdivision: Trinity Heights

School Information

  • Elementary School: Durham - George Watts Elementary
  • Middle School: Durham - Brogden Middle
  • High School: Durham - Riverside High

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Building Size: 1551
  • Square Feet: 1,551.98
  • Living Area: 1,551.98 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,551.98 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1930

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
  • Lot Dimensions: 42 x 130
  • Frontage: City Street
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Zoning: RU-5
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $5,106
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA Eligibility

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • APN: 102720
  • Lot Number: 2

Listed by Howard Hanna Allen Tate Durham, Jenny Barber (919) 624-9532

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Schools serving 903 W Markham Ave

School District:Durham Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
George Watts Elementary
700 Watts Street, Durham, NC 27701
K-50.3 mi
Brogden Middle
1001 Leon Street, Durham, NC 27704
6-81.1 mi
Riverside High School, Durham, NC
3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712
9-124.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 903 W Markham Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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10/09/2026
Listed
$540,000
118.18%
MLS
1/16/2020
Sold
$247,500
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Tax History for 903 W Markham Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,106
76%
$515,039
148%
2024
$2,893
6%
$207,433
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2023
$2,717
2%
$207,433
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2022
$2,655
—
$207,433
—
2021
$2,642
2%
$207,433
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2020
$2,580
—
$207,433
—
2019
$2,580
-10%
$207,433
-1%
2018
$2,852
1%
$210,252
—
2017
$2,831
3%
$210,252
—
2016
$2,736
11%
$210,252
18%
2015
$2,466
—
$178,171
—
2014
$2,466
3%
$178,171
—
2013
$2,391
—
$178,171
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Listed by Howard Hanna Allen Tate Durham, Jenny Barber (919) 624-9532

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903 W Markham Avenue, Durham, NC 27701 (MLS# 10196198) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 903 W Markham Avenue is currently listed for $540,000 and was received on October 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 903 W Markham Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Durham? You can browse all Durham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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