406 E Markham Avenue, Durham, NC 27701

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,140 sqft

Property 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. 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.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

February 11, 2026 at 5:21PM

Listing Office:

Urban Durham Realty : 919-237-3701

Listing Agent:

Steve Gardner : 919-641-6240

MLS ID:

10141337

Interior

• General: BookcasesCeiling Fan(s)Granite CountersHigh Speed InternetSmooth CeilingsShower OnlySeparate ShowerTub Shower
• Appliances: Convection OvenDryerDishwasherElectric RangeElectric Water HeaterDisposalIce MakerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Washer
• Laundry: In Basement
• Basement: Crawl SpaceExterior EntryFinishedInterior EntrySump Pump
• Flooring: HardwoodLaminateMarbleSlateTile
• A/C: Central AirWindow Unit(s)
• Heating: Forced AirGas
• Fireplace: Family RoomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: FenceRain Gutters
• Style: Colonial
• Other Structures: Covered
• Parking: DrivewayGarage

Construction

• Roofing: ArchitecturalShingle
• General: Brick VeneerWood Siding2SlabBlock

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• Originating MLS: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE
• County: Durham

Lot

• Zoning: PROP-DUKE B L NORTH DRHM/ LT#02-03 PT0832-32-0573
• Fencing: Fenced

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE