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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
Wow! Rare 2-story end-unit townhome with 2-car garage! Former model home with lots of upgrades! LOTS of Natural Light make this home sparkle! Hard to find First Floor M...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2336105 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Nature lovers rejoice! Ranch-style, 4 BR home on over half an acre with easy access to all Durham has to offer (Eno River, trails, Duke University and Hospitals) Roof (...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2335727 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
North Durham at its absolute finest! 4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms sitting on over an acre just 15 minutes from Duke, 6313 Craig Road is ready for you! Enjoy a cozy fireplace ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2335659 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
What a setting! Sit on your large deck and look out over your gorgeous property which accesses Nancy Rhodes creek for a short walk to the Eno River. This large home has...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2335576 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Well-cared for Home in Treyburn. Open & Bright living area with gas-log fireplace. The kitchen has stainless appliances, gas range & many cabinets . Hardwood floors thr...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2335513 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lovingly maintained Cape Cod with an additional detached garage on a lushly landscaped 1/2 acre lot.Updated kitchen features s/s Thermador appliances,hickory cabinets & g...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2335415 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
One of the most amazing settings in Durham * Pond is kept fully stocked for fishing* Backs to the Eno State park on two sides and connects to the Laurel Ridge Trail * Ove...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2335401 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Are you looking for a Diamond with A LOT of potential for a great DEAL? No need to look any further, this all brick ranch home in well established neighborhood sits on al...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2335370 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Great opportunity to own a wooded lot in an established area. A rare find in northern Durham, convenient to 15-501.
- 2335014 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Wonderful one level brick home in Treyburn on 4th Fairway! Study with built-ins and beautiful pocket doors. Chef's kitchen has SS appliances incl. Wolf 5 burner cooktop w...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2334558 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home on this beautiful lot in the community of Treyburn in Northern Durham. Close to Duke Hospitals, RTP, RDU Airport and all the conveniences of the Tri...
- 2144529 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Great opportunity to own a wooded property 1 min. north of Durham city limits!!! 1,065 ft of Guess Rd frontage. A hardwood creek bottom runs North/South in the center of ...
- 2333734 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This elegant Brick home has everything you need in today's time, including your own personal GYM & walking access to the ENO River State Park! 4BR's w/MBR main level, you...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2331646 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
*** LOT DOES NOT PERK !!!! *** Beautiful Lot in N. Durham! Low lying area offers Hardwoods, Pines, Vines, Shrooms & Other Unique Vegetation. What an affordable Private ...
- 2297404 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Secluded wooded homesite with excellent access to the road. Gently sloping so it is easy to build on the property. Surrounded by large acreage that is also heavily wood...
- 2330821 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Well Built MI Home w/ 3 Bedrooms & a Huge Loft Which Could Be 4th Bedroom as It Has A Closet & French Doors to It. All Formals. Corner Fireplace. Kitchen Island. Lots of ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2330399 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Presale Opportunity! Make Your OWN Selections in Amazing Durham Location! Gorgeous OPEN Floor Plan! Home Boasts Main Lvl MBR Ste, Great Finishes Throughout, Crown Molding...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2330015 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Presale Opportunity! Make Your OWN Selections in Amazing Durham Location! Gorgeous OPEN Floor Plan! Home Boasts Main Lvl MBR Ste, Great Finishes Throughout, Crown Molding...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2330011 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LIGHT FILLED TRADITIONAL... This home features a Formal Dining & Living Room + Great Room with built-ins. Spacious Kitchen has Center Island, Granite Tops & attached brea...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2329866 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lot sold individual or as a package deal with 5309 Big Fork 5405 Big Fork 2838 Fox Dr. Lot crosses county line of Orange and Durham counties. Call LA for tax detail. Oran...
- 2262077 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lot sold individual or as a package deal with 5313 Big Fork 5405 Big Fork 5309 Big Fork. Buffer creek runs through lot creating riparian buffer set backs. Survey is neede...
- 2262089 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lot sold individual or as a package deal with 5313 Big Fork 5309 Big Fork 2838 Fox Dr. Lot crosses county line of Orange and Durham counties. Call LA for tax detail. Oran...
- 2262085 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lot sold individual or as a package deal with 5313 Big Fork 5405 Big Fork 2838 Fox Dr. Lot crosses county line of Orange and Durham counties. Call LA for tax detail. O...
- 2262069 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
New Price! Updated & freshly painted 3BR/2.5BA home in gated, maintenance free community - no need to worry about the exterior or cutting the grass! New roof 2019 is also...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2322541 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Land- 1.90 acres, Great potential site.
- 2322469 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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