
609 W Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27703
What This House Offers
Beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex in a convenient Durham location, just minutes from Downtown Durham, Duke University, the Ellerbee Creek Trail,... and some of the area's best local restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping.
This thoughtfully updated home features modern finishes, off-street parking, a shared backyard, and an in-unit washer and dryer for everyday convenience. Lawn care is included, making for easy, low-maintenance living.
With its stylish renovation, comfortable layout, and unbeatable location, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy all that Durham has to offer.
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Property offered by Acorn + Oak Property Management
650+ Credit score required for lease.
Income 3 times monthly rent required for lease.
Pets allowed with approval and deposit
NO Smoking, Undergrads or Application refunds
Unit
- $1,650 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 796 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 24
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
609 W Markham Ave is a single-family home for rent in Durham, NC
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$1,650
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Get In Touch
Durham, NC 27703
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active72 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Montessori School Of Durham
Grades PK-5
Private
E K Powe Elementary
Grades PK-5
Public
Durham Nativity School
Grades 6-8
Private
Rogers-Herr Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Brogden Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Immaculata Catholic School
Grades PK-8
Private
New Horizons Academy Of Excellence
Grades 9-12
Private
Riverside High
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Duke University
Drive: 7 min (2.5 mi)
N.C. Central Univ.
Drive: 9 min (3 mi)
Durham Tech. Comm. Coll.
Drive: 10 min (3.8 mi)
Discover Old North Durham, Durham, NC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Renovated 2 bed/1 bath duplex minutes from downtown! proximity to Northgate Crossing, Roger's Alley, and 1418 Avondale Dr. Northgate Crossing is 0.9 miles away, and Roger's Alley is within a 21 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, Renovated 2 bed/1 bath duplex minutes from downtown! has limited public transit, including 4 transit stops within 33.3 miles. Transit options include Durham Amtrak Station and Cary Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Renovated 2 bed/1 bath duplex minutes from downtown! are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 2.3 miles, including North Carolina Museum of Life and Science and Duke Gardens.
Airports
Living in Old North Durham provides easy access to Raleigh-Durham International, located just 24 minutes from Renovated 2 bed/1 bath duplex minutes from downtown!.
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