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Triangle Multi-Family Homes - Including Duplexes, Triplexes & Quads

Please scroll to the bottom of this page for a complete list of available inventory in the Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas!

Multi-family homes can be a great investment, especially for those who are new to real estate investing. These types of properties are easy to understand for new investors. You expect that each unit will have its own entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and utility metering - in other words, the same amenities you’d find in a single-family home. 

Investing in a duplex, triplex, or four-plex (quad) is our focus in this article because these types of properties are considered residential real estate and that makes financing a much simpler task than applying for a commercial real estate loan. 

Buying a multi-family home offers you a host of options for renting out the units. Some people choose to live in one and rent out the other(s). Other families use them to house extended family, aging parents or adult children, for example. Family members keep their independence, but any help needed is just a few steps away!

There are both pros and cons to these types of units, as with any real estate investment. Individual investors will need to consider many factors when making a decision. On the plus side: 

Easier to finance

Beginning investors will usually have an easier time with financing in residential units of four and less. In fact, most lenders treat these smaller multifamily units as if they were a single-family home. They are seen as a lower-risk investment and thus more attractive to lenders. 

More cash flow potential than single-family homes

An investment in multi-family properties will typically offer you a greater monthly cash flow than a single-family home. Having leases that renew on a 3, 6, 9, or 12-month cycle means that rents can be increased according to market demand. 

Multi-family homes by definition have multiple rental revenue streams, so if you own a triplex, and one unit is empty, you are still collecting rents on the other two units to defray your mortgage costs. Typically, the combined rent from multi-family homes will beat out a single-family residence at the same price point.

As an additional bonus, multi-family homes have weathered past times of economic uncertainty better than almost any other type of real estate investment. 

More people renting

As housing prices have risen around the country - this is certainly true in our area - many people who would be traditional home buyers find themselves priced out of the market. Some of those families are delaying their home purchase plans for now and renting instead. 

Favorable per-unit pricing

It might seem logical that the price for a multi-family home is just a multiple of an individual unit, but in fact, there are economies of scale. The second unit of a duplex, for example, may be only 50% more than buying a single unit.

Property management more feasible

If you aren’t interested in full-time management of your multi-family property, the alternate route is to hire a property management company. That option can be cost-prohibitive for a single-family dwelling but makes more sense if you have multiple units in one property. 

Extra advantages for “owner-occupied” investor

“House hacking” is not a cyber weapon, but an advantage that works for some investors. Here’s how it works: when you live in one of the units of the multifamily residence, it’s possible that those tenants will essentially pay your mortgage and expenses for you. Eliminating your housing costs is a huge win in anyone’s budget! 

“Owner-occupied” properties may also have advantages for financing with lower interest rates and lower down payments. 

However, there are some disadvantages to living on-site, which brings us to the downsides of buying multi-family homes. 

You are the property manager and a co-tenant

If you are an owner-occupied property, remember that your tenants will be looking for you if they have any issues. It’s your door they will be knocking on in the middle of the night when the pipes burst. 

And of course, you’re sharing walls and other common areas with your tenants. There may be more “community” in this endeavor than you’re comfortable with, so keep that in mind. 

Plan on dedicating time to the property

Managing a multifamily unit requires a certain time commitment. You can mitigate this downside by hiring a property manager, but keep in mind you will still need to allocate some time as you, the owner, may need to visit the property for maintenance and repair requests.  

As the owner, you will have to deal with individual leases, tenants of all personality types and communication styles. However, a multifamily property is still less work than managing a portfolio of single-family homes. 

Competition on two fronts

When it comes to renting out your units, you will be competing with larger apartment complexes, some of which have all amenities - pools, tennis courts, fitness areas. You may not be able to command the highest rent in some areas that have multiple apartment complexes; on the other hand, some renters do prefer quieter spaces and are happy to forego the “extras.” 

The other competition with multi-family units can come from more experienced investors. This sometimes shuts new investors out of the market completely. One strategy used by beginning investors is to partner with more experienced investors to learn the ropes. 

Inconsistencies in income/expenses

Rental units can be inconsistent in terms of vacancies and maintenance expenses; even property taxes can vary wildly in some markets from year to year. 

Up-front work needed 

Nearly all multi-family units need a little work when you purchase them since most are not owner-occupied. One of the important things to do is to get an independent home inspector to look at the units before completing the purchase. That way if there is a major repair issue you can either negotiate with the seller or back out of the contract.

Though multi-family homes such as a duplex or triplex are rare compared to single-family homes, there is usually at least some inventory in the Triangle area. Below you will find a complete list of multi-family homes for sale in Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and the surrounding areas.

Make sure to select the appropriate county that you would like to search in, or contact us for help. We have experience in small multi-family properties and can help with assessing the property’s value.

To view multi-family homes for sale in a specific community, follow these links:

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Current Multi-family Inventory

405 N Parker Street, Rocky Mount image
405 N Parker Street, Rocky Mount $180,000

Investor Special! Fully renovated, Turn-key cash flowing DUPLEX ready for new owner! Currently grossing $1,500 per month. Individual meters for electric, water, and sewer...

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  • 2445663 MLS
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121 Hamilton Street, Henderson image
121 Hamilton Street, Henderson $220,000 ▼

Home remodel in process, two units could be three. Originally built as a quadplex. Final details of remodeling still in the works.

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  • 2446462 MLS
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803 N Ellis Avenue, Dunn image
803 N Ellis Avenue, Dunn $230,000 ▼

Duplex offers two units: 3 BR, 1B and a 1 BR, 1B, both currently leased. Located in a quiet area in the center of town. Both units completely remodeled brand new in 201...

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  • 2448354 MLS
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112 E Ransom Street, Fuquay Varina image
112 E Ransom Street, Fuquay Varina $234,800 ▼

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!! DUPLEX INCOME OPPORTUNITY OR CONVERT TO LARGE SINGLE FAMILY HOME!! Good for Handyman/Flipper or Homeowner that wants Sweat Equity!. Home Ne...

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  • 2450184 MLS
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1219 Fleming Street, Greenville image
1219 Fleming Street, Greenville $240,000

BACK ON THE MARKET! Buyer financing fail through. Investors! Triplex minutes away from Downtown Greenville, ECU & Vidant Hospital. You will walk into this purchase with p...

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  • 2442877 MLS
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716 Shepard School Road, Zebulon image
716 Shepard School Road, Zebulon $280,000

What an opportunity! Rent one side, live in the other to keep your mortgage affordable! Duplex with two 2BR, 1BA units with laundry room, kitchen and nice size living roo...

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  • 2450885 MLS
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202 Front Street, Roxboro image
202 Front Street, Roxboro $285,000

This was once a Triplex now its used a duplex the units were remodeled in 2014 and new central air added to both sides in the last year. The deck was replaced 4 years ag...

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  • 2449851 MLS
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904-906 N Mckay Avenue, Dunn image
904-906 N Mckay Avenue, Dunn $299,900

Nice Size Duplex....Unit 1 has 3 Beds and 1.5 Baths/ Unit 2 has 4 Bedrooms and 1.5 Baths. Duplex is Occupied. Level Flooring,,,,no steps on the inside...two or three to ...

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  • 2437806 MLS
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104 Jennifer Drive, Clayton image
104 Jennifer Drive, Clayton $300,000

Home will be sold AS IS, owner will not make repairs. This property is 2.63 acres and structure needs lots of work both inside and out before it could be up and running ...

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  • 2438800 MLS
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34 & 36 Tali Lane, Four Oaks image
34 & 36 Tali Lane, Four Oaks $325,000

Package of 5 properties being sold together. Seller will not separate. Total list price is $899,000. Package includes MLS #'s 2441497, 2441501, 2441503, 2441504, 2441505....

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  • 2441505 MLS
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2218 Hillandale Road, Durham image
2218 Hillandale Road, Durham $325,000

Rent is well below market rate and will remain through lease Feb 2023. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath in each unit. In great location across from Croasdale. 2 story unit with front s...

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  • 2446098 MLS
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2233 Swepsonville Road Unit #3, Graham image
2233 Swepsonville Road Unit #3, Graham $340,000

Great land opportunity with 4 mobile home sites and 3 units in place. Units range from 1970 - 1991 construction. Well and septic with county water and sewer +/- 1 mile aw...

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  • 2450252 MLS
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1518 N Roxboro Street, Durham image
1518 N Roxboro Street, Durham $395,000 ▼

Brick duplex with long term tenants . Excellent investment opportunity with location being a key factor in attractability. This duplex is located between Duke Park and Fi...

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  • 2423871 MLS
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1522 N Roxboro Street, Durham image
1522 N Roxboro Street, Durham $395,000 ▼

Brick duplex with long term tenants . Excellent investment opportunity with location being a key factor in attractability. This duplex is located between Duke Park and Fi...

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  • 2423874 MLS
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1308 Manteo Street, Durham image
1308 Manteo Street, Durham $399,900

Location, location, within a mile from downtown Durham, and Motorco, easy excesses to Brier Creek, and airport. Investor special. 2 dwellings on this single parcel. 1308 ...

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  • 2450118 MLS
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236 & 232 Bridge Street, Fuquay Varina image
236 & 232 Bridge Street, Fuquay Varina $425,000

Don't miss this opportunity to own investment property in Fuquay Varina. 2 units, both are 2BR/1.5BA with eat in kitchens with pantries. Large family rooms, large fenced...

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  • 2430303 MLS
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107 Weatherstone Drive Unit #B & C, Chapel Hill image
107 Weatherstone Drive Unit #B & C, Chapel Hill $450,000 ▲

Rental ready property. 4 newly furnished bedrooms used for airbnb and two other bedrooms with longer term lease residents. Perfect location of unique floor plan consisti...

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  • 2437572 MLS
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713 Grove Avenue Unit #A, B, Raleigh image
713 Grove Avenue Unit #A, B, Raleigh $450,000

Do not miss this AMAZING investment opportunity! Multi-family unit located just minutes from NCSU and the beltline. Quiet wooded neighborhood with no HOA, and large drive...

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  • 2449322 MLS
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4755 Nc 89 Highway, Walnut Cove image
4755 Nc 89 Highway, Walnut Cove $475,000 ▼

Don't miss this all brick property in growing town of Walnut Cove with lots of demand for affordable housing. Stokes County has a huge need and this property has had seve...

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  • 2430679 MLS
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200 Wilsons Mills Road, Smithfield image
200 Wilsons Mills Road, Smithfield $499,900

Over 2.5 acres with THREE homes on this one Parcel. PRIME location convenient to Garner, Raleigh, Wilson or Goldsboro!! All rented with great returns. Site one is stick b...

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  • 2439053 MLS
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513 Hoke Street Unit #A & B, Raleigh image
513 Hoke Street Unit #A & B, Raleigh $499,900

RARE Opportunity in downtown Raleigh!!Investor special- 2 units in building,Building right next door is ALSO for sale (515 Hoke St)!Rental potential,valuable land,parking...

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  • 2445534 MLS
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515 Hoke Street Unit #A & B, Raleigh image
515 Hoke Street Unit #A & B, Raleigh $499,900

RARE Opportunity in downtown Raleigh!!Investor special- 2 units in building,Building right next door is ALSO for sale (515 Hoke St)!Rental potential,valuable land,parking...

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  • 2445535 MLS
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210 Front Street, Roxboro image
210 Front Street, Roxboro $550,000 ▼

Amazing Investment Opportunity!!! This sale includes 2 residential properties that have been extremely well- maintained and highly profitable over the years. The homes re...

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  • 2433458 MLS
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2528 Poole Road, Raleigh image
2528 Poole Road, Raleigh $555,000

Under Contract as single family home MLS #2448534 So Much Potential!! 3 bedroom/2 bath main house with 1 bedroom/1bath basement studio with own entrance PLUS 1 bedroom/1...

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  • 2448578 MLS
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2717 Augusta Drive Unit #A&B, Durham image
2717 Augusta Drive Unit #A&B, Durham $575,000

Live in one side of this lovely, quiet, mid century duplex while you renovate the other to rent, live in or expand to a large single family home! Endless potential! Side ...

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  • 2449074 MLS
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106 Williams Street Unit #A, B & C, Carrboro image
106 Williams Street Unit #A, B & C, Carrboro $749,000

This listing offers the investor/builder developer options! Three units - Unit A is a house, currently unoccupied/considered a tear down. Can be renovated/updated and re...

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  • 2450990 MLS
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2248 The Circle Unit #2, Raleigh image
2248 The Circle Unit #2, Raleigh $829,000

2248/2246 The Circle, located in Five Points,2 bedroom and 2 full baths each. Kitchens have washer and dryer, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator. Separate dining and hug...

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  • 2441597 MLS
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919 Goshen Street Unit #A&B, Oxford image
919 Goshen Street Unit #A&B, Oxford $924,900 ▼

Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...

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  • 2445700 MLS
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Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2022 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .

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