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North Durham is a popular part of Durham, NC due to its more rural feel yet still convenient location to the rest of the Triangle. The area features older, established communities as well as new home communities. To learn more about living in North Durham, check out the information below, including popular things to do and neighborhoods. Check out popular neighborhoods in North Durham, as well as in other parts of Durham, by browsing the sidebar to the right. Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the most recent homes for sale in North Durham.
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Location
North Durham is located north of I-85, east of Hillsborough, and south of Bahama. From North Durham, you can easily be in downtown Durham in 10-20 minutes, downtown Raleigh in around 40 minutes, Chapel Hill in around 30 minutes, and RTP in around 25 minutes.
Things to Do
Living in North Durham means you're never far from all that the Triangle has to offer. You'll also find tons to do just minutes away.
Outdoor Activities/Fitness
The most popular outdoor activity in North Durham is definitely the Eno River State Park. The park offers 30 miles of trails along the beautiful Eno River. There are spots for swimming and fishing as well. Little River Regional Park, located in Rougemont, is a 391 acre park and natural area located just north of Durham and offers hiking trails, mountain bike trails, a paved walking trail, butterfly garden, and much more. Horton Grove Nature Preserve, also located north of Durham in Bahama, is a beautiful nature preserve with 8 miles of trails. Both Little River and Horton Grove are just a short drive from north Durham.
Croasdaile Country Club offers plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy, with its beautiful golf course, one of the area's largest grass practice tees, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. Umstead Pines, a golf and swim club, is also located in North Durham.
North Durham is also home to smaller parks, including a dog park. The area hosts tons of indoor fitness options as well, including bootcamp, CrossFit, yoga, and more.
Food & Drink
North Durham is just a short drive to downtown Durham, where you'll find the Durham Farmers' Market, a year round farmers' market that features local produce, meat, seafood, dairy products, coffee, baked goods, and more. Hillsborough is also a short drive from North Durham, and hosts two farmers' markets: the Eno River Farmers' Market, in downtown Hillsborough, and the Hillsborough Farmers' Market.
North Durham offers easy access to the exciting, always changing food scene in downtown Durham. Several delicious restaurants are located in North Durham, including El Corral (Mexican), Gocciolina (Italian), and Picnic (barbecue).
North Durham is home to the only Costco in Durham.
Shopping
North Durham is home to popular retail shops, including Costco, Home Depot, PetSmart, and much more. The Streets at Southpoint, the Triangle's top location for shopping, dining, and entertainment, is located about 25 minutes from North Durham.
Entertainment
North Durham is home to one of the Triangle's top family-friendly museums: the Museum of Life and Science. The museum features interactive exhibits and tons of outdoor exhibits and activities, including one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, a train ride, and a Sound Garden.
There are several concert venues within 20-30 minutes of North Durham, including Motorco Music Hall and Carolina Theatre, both in downtown Durham.
In downtown Durham, the Durham Performing Arts Center is a theater that hosts over 180 performances a year, including Broadway shows.
Popular Neighborhoods
Popular neighborhoods in North Durham include Croasdaile, Treyburn, and Dover Ridge.
Recent Listings in North Durham
Welcome home to the perfect blend of modern updates, country charm, and endless possibilities! Situated on 1.24 private acres just outside the Durham city limits, this be...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10191138 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Spacious two-story home in Durham's Treyburn golf course community, offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a two-car garage on nearly half an acre. The neighborhood is ancho...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10190776 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, two-car garage, single-family residence in the established Northern Durham community of Autumn Ridge, welcomes you with charm from the mo...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10190713 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Family Estate type sale. Nice wooded vacant lot in N. Durham area, located in established neighborhood. Convenient location to schools, shopping, Duke Regional Hospital a...
- 10190465 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Check out this fabulous home in the Eno trace neighborhood featuring a neighborhood pool, playground, and clubhouse with low HOA fees, and unbeatable proximity to hiking ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10190408 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Imagine a neighborhood in Durham, tucked into nature with old established trees and its own private entrance to the Eno River State Park where you can hike, swim, or walk...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10190373 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Looking to build your dream home? Don't miss this beautiful 0.57-acre wooded lot in Durham's Northwood Forest area. Mature trees provide natural privacy and a peaceful, s...
- 10190133 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to the Model Home at The View, The Clark, a stunning three-level, European-inspired residence where elevated design meets everyday livability. This former model h...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 10189817 MLS
- Clark Bldg.
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome home! Step into a generously sized foyer featuring beautiful hardwood floors and discover a spacious, thoughtfully designed layout with 4 bedrooms, a first-floor ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10189765 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
In a quiet Durham neighborhood built for everyday life, this spacious 4-bedroom house offers room to spread out, settle in, and truly feel at home. With 2,727 square feet...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10189545 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning ranch on half acre in established Woodland Park in North Durham. Features a custom kitchen including shaker cabinets, quartz counters, tile backsplash, and stai...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10189422 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful Durham home offering a spacious open floor plan with engineered hardwoods, crown molding, wainscoting, upgraded lighting, and a cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen ...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 10189317 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Don't miss this spacious 1-story home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 1-car attached garage. The living room offers a cozy fireplace and plenty of space to rel...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10187851 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Build your custom estate on 1.58 acres at 1205 Terry Road in Durham. Work with Canterbury's architect and design team to create a home that fits your vision. Canterbury i...
- 4 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 10187842 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Build your custom estate on 1.58 acres at 1205 Terry Road in Durham. Bring your own builder or you can work with Canterbury's architect and design team to create a home t...
- 10187835 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning Move-In Ready Home in Red-Hot Durham! This beautifully maintained, almost 3,200-square-foot home is exceptionally practical, functional, energy efficient and low...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10187754 MLS
- Lennar Carolinas Bldg.
- ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and contemporary sophistication in this move-in ready gem. Situated on a very quiet private road, this home offers a peaceful es...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10187171 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 6517 Whitt Rd, a spacious single story brick home offering 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms on a generous very large lot. This home features inviting and functional la...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10187134 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Winston European plan offers 2,225 sq ft designed for practical, comfortable living. The main level features a privately situated owner's suite with a spacious walk-i...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10187098 MLS
- Winston European Bldg.
- ACTIVE Status
Enjoy the pond view from the spacious screened porch in the Lattamoor gated community. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, 1car garage and Open living area with fireplace. Vaulted...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10186956 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Over 1 Half Acre Alert!! Talk about Southern Charm! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch with no HOA, perfectly situated on a flat, p...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10186632 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 714 Wendy Way, a charming Durham home where comfort, character, and everyday livability come together beautifully. Thoughtfully designed and inviting from the ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10186618 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Ready for a N. Durham ranch that's been lovingly cared for- and comes with all the extras? Well, your house search might have just crested. Think 3 bed/2 ba, screened por...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10186258 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 155 Barclay Road! This charming brick ranch offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,520 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious 0.71-acre lot. Insi...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10186234 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Barely lived-in, almost new, beautiful home in the heart of North Durham! Features a main-level bedroom and bathroom perfect for hosting guests. The gourmet kitchen serve...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10186100 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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