Durham Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Durham, North Carolina—a vibrant city that beautifully blends rich history with modern charm. Nestled in the heart of the Research Triangle, Durham is renowned for its thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and a strong sense of community. With a population that embraces innovation and tradition alike, this city is a fantastic place to call home.

Durham boasts a variety of neighborhoods, each with its own unique character. From the bustling downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues to the serene suburbs that offer a quieter lifestyle, there’s something for everyone. The city is also home to prestigious institutions like Duke University, which adds to the cultural and educational vibrancy of the area.

For those seeking affordable housing options, Durham is a treasure trove of homes under $500,000. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or looking to downsize, you’ll find an array of charming properties that fit your budget. From cozy bungalows and modern townhomes to spacious family residences, the options are diverse and inviting. Many of these homes feature beautiful gardens, updated interiors, and are located near parks and schools, making them perfect for both relaxation and recreation.

With its friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and a strong job market, Durham is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Come explore the opportunities this dynamic city has to offer, and discover your dream home today!

Newest Durham Homes under $500,000

$249,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10203466 MLS

Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath, truly move in ready property! It has been lovingly maintained and ready for you to call your own! All appliances will convey with this home! Whether you are looking for a home or an investment, this one checks all of the boxes! All main level bedrooms, making this perfect for anyone! If low maintenance living is at the top of your priority list, come see this home today!

5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr Unit 86b, Durham

$284,990

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203448 MLS

Welcome to Glenn Crossing, a brand new townhome neighborhood conveniently located off of I-85 offering a quick commute to Downtown Durham, Duke University, and RTP. The beautifully designed Celestial townhome (end unit) is a 3-bedroom floor plan offering an open concept main level with 9ft ceilings. The kitchen is completed with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, granite countertops, & walk in pantry. This home also features a spacious primary suite with huge walk-in closet and bathroom offering a walk-in shower & quartz counters. Your new home comes included with refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Lawn maintenance and trash included with HOA. Attached rear load garage for your convenience. This community will offer great amenities including a dog park, walking trails, soccer field & large pond. We are within minutes from all the shopping, entertainment and restaurants that Durham has to offer.

1011 Tofino Dr, Durham

$452,500

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203434 MLS

Welcome to 111 Murray Hill Drive, a spacious, one-owner home nestled on a cul-de-sac in Durham's established Latta Woods community! Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a versatile floor plan, this home combines comfortable living with inviting indoor and outdoor spaces. The main level features a desirable primary suite, a dedicated home office with French doors, a spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and kitchen with adjoining breakfast area. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms include an oversized bedroom currently used as a bonus room, ideal for recreation, a media room, or flexible living space. Outdoor living is a highlight, featuring an extended deck, screened-in porch, and unheated sunroom overlooking a beautiful wooded backdrop. Whether entertaining or relaxing, these spaces provide inviting opportunities to enjoy the surrounding natural setting. Notable improvements include a roof replaced approximately eight years ago and two HVAC/heat pump systems replaced in 2019 and 2025. The property also features a solar energy system installed in 2022, with the seller paying off the outstanding solar financing at closing. Lovingly occupied by its original owner, this home offers generous living spaces, desirable features, and an opportunity to personalize the original interior finishes. Discover the possibilities at 111 Murray Hill Drive!

111 Murray Hill Dr, Durham

$498,536

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203420 MLS

There's SWEETBRIER and there's not exactly. The Triangle's destination for 5-star living is home to this dynamic home offering tons of versatility! MAIN FLOOR OFFICE with French doors and closet. Wide open concept Family/Dining area opens clear to the chef's Kitchen complete with full overlay cabinetry, high end QUARTZ countertops, herringbone tile backsplash, wall ovens and GAS COOKTOP! Upstairs te LOFT separates the Secondary Bedrooms from the luxe Primary Suite with tray ceiling bedroom, massive walk-in wardrobe closet and dual vanity bath with tile floor, soaking tub + TILE SHOWER! Located on a low-traffic street this home is an easy sidewalk stroll from Sweetbrier's unparalleled amenities (incredible clubhouse, fitness center, resort pool with lazy river, firepit, outdoor fireplace, gathering spaces, Ninja-warrior themed playground, dog park, trails and more!). TOP LOCATION puts Brier Creek shopping and dining at your fingertips with quick access to RTP, RDU Int'l and Duke. It's a quick ZIP to either Downtown Durham or Downtown Raleigh to enjoy the arts scene or nightlife! Come see how SWEET the Sweetbrier lifestyle truly is!

513 Wild Plum Way, Durham

$344,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203402 MLS

Two-story living room, upstairs loft, and two-car garage! This Landon Farms home features vaulted ceilings, large windows, a fireplace, and wide plank flooring throughout the main living areas. The kitchen offers a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast area overlooking the backyard. A separate dining room adds another option for everyday meals or gatherings. Upstairs, the loft makes a great home office or second living area, while the primary suite features a walk-in closet, garden tub, and separate shower. Located in North Durham with easy access to I-85, Duke Regional Hospital, the Museum of Life and Science, and Downtown Durham, including DPAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and American Tobacco Campus. Virtually staged to show homes potential.

1904 Great Bend Dr, Durham

$499,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203395 MLS

Brick, Please! This Raised Ranch Has Range. Who says a raised brick ranch can't have a little personality? This one is serving up space, style, and enough fireplaces to make winter feel like a competitive sport. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a dedicated office, there's room for everyone to spread out—including the person who insists on working from home but occasionally just needs a quiet place to scroll. The kitchen comes with a fabulous keeping room, because apparently even the kitchen deserves its own living room. And when it's time to take the party outside, the screened porch is ready for morning coffee, evening cocktails, and pretending you don't hear the neighbors mowing. Inside, find a proper laundry room that keeps the household running, while the workshop is ready for projects, hobbies, and finally figuring out where all those tools went. Even better? The big-ticket items have gotten some love, with a newer roof and HVAC. Less worrying about the house, more time enjoying it. You're welcome. And the location? Practically showing off. You're conveniently close to the Museum of Life and Science, Duke University, downtown Durham, and West Point on the Eno. Culture, campus, restaurants, trails, and outdoor adventures are all within easy reach. A raised brick ranch with room to live, work, relax, entertain, and possibly develop a fireplace-related personality. It's got charm, function, and a location that makes staying home almost a shame. Come see it before someone else raises the roof on this raised ranch!

2523 Wilbon St, Durham

$289,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10203388 MLS

Welcome home to this charming two-story home! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom, this home offers comfortable living space with plenty of potential, two levels of space to make it your own. Enjoy relaxing on the inviting front porch, perfect for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. There's room to enjoy outdoor activities, fresh air, or greeting family and friends. Come see what this home have to offer. Professional photos coming soon.

2312 Sundial Cir, Durham

$384,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10194627 MLS

PRICE REDUCTION! No HOA Dues! Discover a home that combines modern updates, inviting living spaces, and a peaceful setting near the Eno River! Situated on a 0.46-acre lot, this one-story home with a basement offers character, comfort, and room to make it your own. Step inside to a welcoming family foyer and a living room featuring a cozy gas-log fireplace. The kitchen offers quartz countertops, a center island, and stainless steel appliances, while the separate dining room provides a dedicated space for meals and entertaining—all with vaulted ceilings. The owner's suite features an updated private bath with an oversized walk-in shower and a spacious walk-in closet. Major improvements add value and peace of mind, including a new HVAC system in 2026, a new roof in 2024, and a new water heater in 2021. The finished basement provides extra space and flexibility for a theater, entertaining, gaming, a home office/small business, hobbies, or other needed usage. Outside, enjoy the natural surroundings and possibilities offered by the generous lot. The home's elevated setting adds character, while its location near the Eno River provides convenient access to outdoor recreation and Durham amenities.

4606 Brooklane Dr, Durham

$349,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203370 MLS

FOUR-BEDROOM INVESTMENT PROPERTY IN DURHAM'S GROVE PARK COMMUNITY FOR $349,900. Located on a cul-de-sac, this tenant-occupied home currently rents for $1,875 per month, with long-term tenants under lease through March 2027. A solid option for investors looking for an established rental or a potential replacement property in a 1031 tax-deferred exchange. The location offers easy access to Research Triangle Park, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke University Medical Center, downtown Durham, Brier Creek, and RDU International Airport. Built in 1998, the home offers 1,905 square feet, four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a two-car garage. The main level includes a formal dining room, living room with a brick fireplace, and a kitchen with center island and adjoining breakfast area. Upstairs, the primary suite has a vaulted ceiling and private bath. The large fourth bedroom can also function as a bonus room or home office, with direct access to walk-in attic storage. Grove Park amenities include a community pool, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, sand volleyball, playground, walking trails, and a community lake.

704 Bellmeade Bay Dr, Durham

$442,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203366 MLS

5404 Beaumont Dr is a split-level Durham home with over 1,700 sq ft of living space and connected living and dining areas. Sliding glass doors open from the dining room to a rear deck for outdoor seating. The kitchen has counters along two walls and a broad rear window. The lower level includes an additional living area, while the primary bedroom upstairs has windows on two walls. The home also includes a bathroom with two sinks and a separate laundry area.

5404 Beaumont Dr, Durham

$317,310

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10203362 MLS

Discover low-maintenance living in the Hemingway at Solana, Welcome to 1231 Tea Rose Ct., a thoughtfully designed interior townhome offering an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the gathering and dining areas, creating a bright and welcoming main level. Upstairs, the private Owner's Suite features a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Enjoy modern finishes, energy-efficient construction, and the convenience of a 1-car garage. Located in Solana, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, cabana, playground, pocket parks, and dog park, all just minutes from Brier Creek, Research Triangle Park, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and value in one of Durham's most desirable new-home communities.

1231 Tea Rose Ct, Durham

$425,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10203361 MLS

Absolutely stunningly renovated West Hills ranch home on large .46 acre lot with fenced back yard! Open kitchen features like-new white raised-panel cabinets, granite countertops overhang for bar seats, subway tile backsplash, undermount sink, brushed nickel faucet, white & stainless appliances, and recessed LED cans. Large open dining area also opens thru double sliding glass doors to new screen porch with cathedral bead-board ceiling, recessed lights, and ceiling fan. Large front living room off foyer plus separate step-down den/bonus room with beautiful tile floors and perfect laundry room w/built-in tall storage cabinets, folding cabinet w/ quartzite top, tile flooring, and top quality LG ThinQ stackable washer/dryer! Three bedrooms with great access to buddy bath set-up, tile floors, and like-new tile/glass shower w/seat and niches (must see to appreciate)! Interior upgrades include vinyl double-pane windows, refinished hardwood flooring, lighting and plumbing fixtures, brushed nickel door hardware, smooth ceilings, updated interior paint colors, and more! Beautiful move-in condition interior! Additional upgrades include new roof shingles and gutters (2021), HVAC (2024), rear storage shed (2024), etc. Come take a look at your new home!

4809 Stafford Dr, Durham

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