Not In A Subdivision Homes with Durham - Riverside High High School

Welcome to the enchanting world of Durham, North Carolina, where community charm meets natural beauty! Nestled in the heart of Durham County, the area is not constrained by the confines of a traditional subdivision, allowing for a unique blend of privacy and space. Here, you will find homes that embody a sense of freedom, with generous lots and a variety of architectural styles that cater to diverse tastes.

Living in this vibrant part of Durham means you’re just a stone’s throw away from the renowned Riverside High School. This institution is not only committed to academic excellence but also offers a wealth of extracurricular activities, ensuring that students thrive both in and out of the classroom. Families looking to settle in this area will appreciate the strong sense of community and the emphasis on education, making it an ideal place to raise children.

The allure of this region extends beyond its educational offerings. Residents can enjoy the rich tapestry of local parks, trails, and recreational facilities that Durham has to offer. Imagine weekend hikes in the nearby Eno River State Park or leisurely afternoons spent at local farmers' markets, all while knowing you have a supportive and engaged community at your doorstep.

With its perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility, homes in this area provide an exceptional lifestyle for those seeking a harmonious balance. Whether you’re a young family, a professional, or looking to retire, this Durham gem is waiting for you to call it home. Embrace the freedom of living "Not In A Subdivision" and discover the endless possibilities that await you in Durham!

Newest Not In A Subdivision Homes with Durham - Riverside High High School

$299,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10191498 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Move-in ready ranch home with no HOA! This beautifully renovated residence presents a rare opportunity to own a home that seamlessly blends sophisticated design, modern functionality, and an exceptional Durham location. Every detail has been thoughtfully selected to create a living experience that feels both elevated and inviting, delivering a level of interior finishes rarely found in today's market at this price range. Step inside and discover a bright, contemporary interior where wide luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home, creating a cohesive and elegant aesthetic. At the heart of the residence is a stunning designer kitchen that commands attention with sleek frameless walnut cabinetry, luxurious quartz countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and impressive double-stacked upper cabinets that offer both exceptional storage and striking visual impact. The result is a space that feels custom-built, timeless, and effortlessly sophisticated. Natural light fills the home through the vinyl windows, accentuating the clean lines and carefully curated finishes found throughout. New lighting fixtures enhance every room, while beautifully renovated bathrooms provide a fresh, modern retreat. Behind the scenes, work was completed by licensed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical professionals offering valuable peace of mind and confidence in the quality of the renovation. Ideally situated near Downtown Durham, the home provides convenient access to some of the area's most celebrated destinations. Enjoy award-winning restaurants, local boutiques, breweries, coffee shops, entertainment venues, and cultural attractions just minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Durham Central Park, Sarah P. Duke Gardens, and numerous recreational opportunities throughout the city. World-class healthcare facilities, including Duke University Hospital, major employment centers, and Duke University itself, are all within easy reach, making this location as practical as it is desirable. Combining designer finishes, professional upgrades, no HOA, and an outstanding location, this remarkable property offers a rare turnkey opportunity in one of the Triangle's most vibrant and rapidly growing communities. A home of this caliber is more than a place to live, it's a lifestyle investment.

1011 Park Ave, Durham

$325,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10191437 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this charming brick home in the highly sought-after Trinity Park neighborhood! Featuring beautiful hardwood floors, classic moldings, and plenty of character. The kitchen opens to a convenient dining area, adjacent to a spacious living room. The outdoor area includes a front patio, a rear deck overlooking a fenced-in backyard, and a wooded area that offers the potential to create an even larger outdoor space. Located just a few blocks from Duke East Campus, this home is also close to downtown Durham's restaurants, shopping, and all that the city has to offer!

812 W Markham Ave, Durham

$60,000

10191287 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover the possibilities at 1202 Granby St, a Durham property situated on approximately 0.15 acres and offering a convenient location with plenty of potential. Close to downtown Durham, local parks, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this property puts you near everything the area has to offer. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment opportunity, this property is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss the opportunity to make 1202 Granby St your own!

1202 Granby St, Durham

$375,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190977 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to this beautiful 3 bedroom home featuring an open-concept layout, abundant natural light, and modern finishes throughout. The kitchen offers white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island. Enjoy a cozy fireplace, generously sized bedrooms, a covered front porch, and fenced yard. Move-in ready and conveniently located near Downtown Durham, shopping, dining, and major highways.

3698 Guess Rd, Durham

$369,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190582 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This new construction home is minutes from Duke University, Downtown Durham and the many great restaurants of the Bull City. Site-finished hardwood floors run throughout, with 9-foot ceilings and plenty of storage giving this home lots of character. The kitchen features quartz countertops, custom tile, and stainless steel appliances including a gas range, dishwasher, and built-in microwave. Both bedrooms are true suites with private en-suite baths — great for roommates or guests who want their own space. Enjoy your morning coffee on your covered front porch or a relaxing evening on your back deck. Easy access to all Durham has to offer. No HOA. Move-in ready.

2503 Lednum St, Durham

$835,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10190374 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Some homes are simply old, while others have earned the right to be called timeless. The Scruggs-Fowler House was built in 1912, and is an example of historic preservation at work. This distinguished Victorian has watched Durham grow from a tobacco town into one of the South's most dynamic cities. Set on a quiet street in Old North Durham, one of the city's original streetcar suburbs, it offers the rare opportunity to own a home that feels every bit as relevant today as it did more than a century ago. The wraparound porch is more than an architectural detail; it's an invitation. A porch swing, gently turning overhead fans, and conversations that linger well after sunset. Morning coffee tastes a little better here, and neighbors still wave as they pass. Step inside and you'll understand why historic homes continue to capture the imagination. Original hardwood floors carry the graceful patina that only time can create, whispering stories from the past of all those who have entered it's doors. Ceilings soar overhead, trimmed with crown molding, sunlight pours through oversized windows, and every room feels generous without trying too hard. The front parlor is the soul of the home. Framed by custom built-ins and anchored by a gas fireplace, it's the sort of room that effortlessly hosts movie nights, holiday gatherings, impromptu dinners, or a quiet evening with a good record playing in the background. Across the hall, behind glass-paneled doors, a beautifully proportioned room offers endless flexibility, a fourth bedroom, an inspiring office, a library, another room for gathering, or an artist's studio. It's a space that adapts as life changes. At the center of the home, the dining room bridges old and new, flowing seamlessly into a thoughtfully modern renovated kitchen that balances convenience with the home's historic character, and a picture window that keeps you connected to the peaceful backyard. A side entrance from the driveway makes everyday life surprisingly practical, whether you're returning from the farmers market or unloading groceries. The main-level primary suite is a luxury few Victorians can claim, complete with a private ensuite bath. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and attic storage for everything life accumulates along the way. Outside, the nearly one-third-acre lot feels almost unimaginable this close to downtown. Fully fenced and wonderfully private, it's a canvas for gardens, long dinners under café lights, backyard games, or future possibilities. Two detached storage building add utility without sacrificing charm. The long private drive accommodates multiple vehicles with ease, while plentiful street parking means guests are always welcome. Modern stewardship is evident throughout, including a standing-seam metal roof and solar panels that quietly reduce your footprint while respecting the home's enduring architecture. Perhaps the greatest luxury, though, is the neighborhood itself. From your front door it's an easy stroll to coffee shops, neighborhood restaurants, breweries, fitness studios, and live entertainment. Downtown Durham is close enough to walk, while RTP, RDU, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh remain comfortably within reach. Homes like this aren't manufactured, they're collected over generations. They become the backdrop for birthdays, late-night conversations, front porch friendships, and stories worth telling. 309 Edward Street has been waiting for its next chapter. Perhaps it's yours. So, come say, "hello".

309 Edward St, Durham

$419,900

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10189966 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Luxury finishes. Prime Durham location. Low-maintenance living. Discover exceptional value in this brand-new home by Gold Leaf Ventures LLC, ideally located just minutes from Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, Hillandale Golf Course, and major commuter routes. Offering the perfect blend of style, convenience, and thoughtful design, this home is ideal for professionals, medical staff, first-time buyers, investors, or anyone seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle. Inside, oversized windows and site-finished hardwood floors create a bright, open living space that feels far larger than its footprint. The designer kitchen features premium quartzite countertops, real wood cabinetry, KitchenAid appliances, a Cosmo microwave, and a convenient pot filler—bringing both beauty and function to everyday living. Upstairs, two spacious bedroom suites each offer private bathrooms, providing ideal privacy for guests, roommates, or a dedicated home office. Built with comfort and efficiency in mind, the home includes separate mini-split HVAC systems for each floor, a Rinnai tankless water heater, smart lock entry, and quality craftsmanship throughout. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch with the option to screen it in, a private two-car concrete driveway, fresh landscaping, and new sod. With limited opportunities for new construction this close to Duke at this price point, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, quality, and value.

2530 W Wilson St, Durham

$1,450,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10189516 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Designed for modern living, this exceptional end-unit townhouse offers a rare combination of timeless modern design, generous space, elevated finishes, privacy, and a flexible layout—all in an unbeatable downtown Durham location within a short walk of the city's dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations. Quietly positioned at the end of a perpendicular enclave of just eleven residences and set well back from the street, Unit 11 is nearly twice the size of the other homes and is the only residence in the development with an elevator and a two-car garage. Approximately 3,300 square feet, it features five bedrooms and five bathrooms, site-finished white oak floors, expansive windows with abundant natural light, smart motorized shades, and a beautifully landscaped private courtyard with irrigation and a tranquil water feature. A large covered deck offers city views and a natural gas grill connection, while a versatile, rentable ADU—with separate entrance, full kitchen, and bathroom—provides exceptional flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, gym, or supplemental income.

524 N Mangum St Unit 11, Durham

$100,000

10189242 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover the potential of 1902 Ruffin Street - a private and versatile .49 acre vacant lot located in a growing area of Durham, NC. This parcel offers an excellent opportunity for builders, investors, or anyone looking to create a custom home or income-producing property. Nestled on a quiet street with established homes, the lot provides a rare sense of privacy while still being minutes from downtown Durham, NCCU, RTP, and major highways. Public utilities available. Whether you're building your dream home or planning your next project, this lot is full of promise.

1902 Ruffin St, Durham

$289,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10189093 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

You can't always get what you want — but at 310 Lyric, you just might get what you need. Brand new kitchen. High ceilings. A location so walkable to downtown Durham you won't break a sweat— this one's the whole package, wrapped up in a classic Durham mill house with a front door the color of a Five Points sunset. Inside, everything feels fresh: an all-new kitchen with butcher block counters, crisp white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, and the perfect eat in-nook anchors the home, while two airy bedrooms with soaring ceilings, bountiful light and a nicely touched bathroom. A standout botanical wallpaper wall gives the open living space real personality without losing that light, easy feel. And then there's the location — this is Five Points living at its finest. Grab a burrito at Hatch down the block, sip a brew at Durham Beer Garden, or be the first to be a local at the new Colombia café Melao. Wander into downtown for the Saturday morning farmers market, dinner or drinks off Geer, or down to the ballpark for a dog and brew. Several parks all within an easy stroll. Low-maintenance, move-in ready, and about as central as it gets. 310 Lyric isn't just an address. It's the whole song.

310 Lyric St, Durham

$1,900,000

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 10189094 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

What if you didn't have to make a single compromise? 1106 9th St offers all the joy of a classic Watts Hillandale home while also delivering all the beauty, ease of living, and efficiency of new construction. An oversized rocking chair front porch AND a spacious eat-in kitchen with abundant light! Wood floors, tall ceilings, substantial trimwork AND plenty of bathrooms and playspace. 4 bedrooms on the same floor AND a guest room on the main. Plenty of room for family AND an integrated apartment for income production or extended visits (finish the above garage apartment for even more space!) An incredible in-town location close to Oval Park, 9th St and Duke East Campus AND off street parking in a 2 car garage with 3rd carport bay. The features that sometime seam mutually exclusive come together seamlessly here. Other features you wouldn't even dare to dream of in this location include a shaft ready for an elevator, laundry options on every level, generous closet space, and finishable 4th floor space that offers incomparable storage or future living space. Come take a look, you won't believe it!

1106 9th St, Durham

$299,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10188760 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Ready for a front porch in downtown Durham to call your own? This four bedroom, two bath home is the one you've been waiting for this fall! Original hardwood floors in the living room and front 3 bedrooms add great character next to the updated kitchen and bathrooms. A large laundry room and fourth bedroom complete a layout perfect to work from home, allow for a roommate, or to set up as a gear room. This property is located in the heart of Durham, just a 10 minute walk to downtown and less than half a mile from Hatch Burritos, Vessel Coffee, and the Durham Beer Garden!

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