Featured Neighborhoods
From historic districts to new home neighborhoods, the Triangle has something for every home buyer. Learn about the area’s popular neighborhoods.
Durham | Chapel Hill | Hillsborough
Durham
American Village
American Village is an established subdivision in Durham right next to Duke Forest and minutes from 1-85 and I-40. American Village is just 10 minutes from Duke University and about 25 min from RDU. The older section of the neighborhood was developed circa 1970, but parts of the subdivision have been developed more recently. The homes in this Durham subdivision have generous lots with plenty of room for a family to enjoy the outdoors.
Schools: Forest View Elementary School | Brogden Middle School | Riverside High School
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Arrowhead
Arrowhead is a serene neighborhood along the western edge of Durham County, just 3 miles from Duke University with easy access to Interstates 40 and 85, and situated next to 7,000+ acres of Duke Forest. Spacious lots give the feel of country living while only minutes away from world-class education and healthcare facilities as well as shopping and dining.
Schools: Forest View Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Jordan High School
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Cameron Ground
Cameron Ground is located in northern Durham, surrounded by 20,000 acres of protected land, offering the ultimate in privacy yet easy access to a variety of activities.
Schools: Mangum Elementary School | Lucas Middle School | Northern High School
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Croasdaile
Croasdaile is a neighborhood of Durham that surrounds the Croasdaile Country Club, complete with 18 hole golf course. The area was developed in the early 1960’s on what was once farmland. The homes in Croasdaile are priced from $600,000 to upwards of $1,000,000.
Schools: Hillandale Elementary School | Carrington Middle School | Riverside High School
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Duke Forest
Duke Forest is the section of Durham just south of Duke University. True to its name, this neighborhood is surrounded by over 7000 acres of forest, known as Duke Forest. This is a popular residential area for Duke University faculty and staff as well as Duke Hospital employees. Duke Forest is home to more mid-century modern homes than almost any other neighborhood in Durham.
Schools: Lakewood Elementary School | Lakewood Middle School | Jordan High School
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Forest Hills
Forest Hills is a historical neighborhood south-east of downtown Durham, close to both Duke University and the American Tobacco Campus. Most of the homes in the Forest Hills area were constructed between the 1920’s and 1990’s, however, there has been some new construction. This beautiful part of Durham has lots of tree lined streets as well as a community park. Forest Hills Park sits on what was once a golf course, providing lots of room for walking trails, gardens, a playground and wide open fields. Home prices in this neighborhood range from upwards of $400,000 to $1,000,000+.
Schools: Morehead Montessori Elementary School | C.C. Spaulding Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Lakewood Middle School | Jordan High School
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The Hills of Rosemont
The Hills of Rosemont is a Durham gated community conveniently located near I-40, 540 and The Streets at Southpoint Mall. Ranging from 4 to 8.5 acres, the lots in this community offer plenty of privacy. Beyond the privacy afforded by generous lot sizes, the neighborhood is surrounded by protected land on three sides, eliminating the threat of new development. Old Chatham Golf Club makes up the border for the fourth side of the neighborhood. Prices in the Hills of Rosemont start at $1,000,000.
Hope Valley
Hope Valley, once sparsely populated farmland south-west of downtown, has become a prestigious Durham neighborhood. Established in the 1920’s, Hope Valley was Durham’s first country club community. Lots in this neighborhood are generous, tree-filled and surround a classic Donald Ross championship golf course, making it a desirable neighborhood for all age groups and lifestyles. This Durham neighborhood is filled with historic homes as well as a number of homes that have been beautifully renovated. Home prices in this neighborhood start around $300,000 for houses that need some renovation and up to several million for renovated or historic homes. Hope Valley is an easy drive to I-40 and a short distance from downtown Durham, Duke University and Southpoint Mall.
Schools: Murray-Massenburg Elementary School | Hope Valley Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Jordan High School
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Hope Valley Farms
Hope Valley Farms is located on the southwest side of Durham near Hope Valley. This Durham neighborhood is located just 5 minutes from Southpoint Mall and I-40, allowing for quick access to RDU Airport, Raleigh and Chapel Hill. Homes for sale in Hope Valley Farms range in price from around $200,000 to around $500,000.
Schools: Hope Valley Elementary School | Southwest Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Jordan High School
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Lakewood/Tuscaloosa-Lakewood
Lakewood/Tuscaloosa-Lakewood was once known as the Coney Island of the South. Over the years, this centrally located in Southwest Central Durham neighborhood has grown up and has many historic properties. Part of the community is registered as a National Historic District. The neighborhood is roughly bordered by Chapel Hill Road, University, James Street and Lakewood. Many people have discovered the convenience of its location near Duke’s Medical Center (just over a mile) and Downtown with easy access to Chapel Hill along with amenities such as a bakery, world class restaurants, famous taqueria, grocery and fitness center.
Schools: Lakewood Elementary School | Lakewood Middle School | Jordan High School
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Marydell
Marydell, located in southwest Durham, is an easy commute to Duke (7 minutes), UNC Chapel Hill (15 minutes), RDU airport (20 minutes) and very close to Southpoint Mall. An ideal location, this executive neighborhood is built around Lake Marydell, and has half acre lots and well maintained homes.
Schools: Murray-Massenburg Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Jordan High School
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Old North Durham
Old North Durham is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city of Durham. The neighborhood transitioned from farmland to residential in the early 1900s when the downtown street car line expanded north. Today, Old North Durham is an energetic neighborhood with many homes having been historically renovated. Its tree-lined streets and close proximity to a revitalized downtown make this a very desirable neighborhood. Homes range in price from $350,000 to $900,000.
Schools: George Watts Elementary School | Brogden Middle School | Riverside High School
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Treyburn
Treyburn is located in Northern Durham County. This area is home to Treyburn Forest, Fairwoods, Treyburn Point and Greenview Place subdivisions as well as residential areas that surround the country club. Treyburn is home to a par 72 golf course designed by Tom Fazio. It was named the best new course by Golf digest and the course continues to maintain its pristine reputation. Prices for homes in this area range from around $400,000 to over $1,000,000.
Schools: Little River Elementary School | Lucas Middle School | Northern High School
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Trinity Park
Trinity Park, a historic Durham neighborhood on the National Register of Historic Districts, is located between Downtown and Duke University’s East Campus. This vibrant neighborhood is within walking distance of numerous acclaimed restaurants, shopping, and entertainment venues in Durham’s Downtown and Ninth Street districts. Trinity Park home prices range from $300,000 to over $1,000,000.
Schools: E.K. Powe Elementary School | George Watts Elementary School | Brogden Middle School | Riverside High School
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Willowhaven
Willowhaven is a country club community located in Durham. The country club not only offers swimming and tennis facilities, but also a golf course. The neighborhood is just north of the Eno River and north of Duke University. Willowhaven offers easy access to hiking trails, making it easy for residents to enjoy the outdoors.
Schools: Hillandale Elementary School | Carrington Middle School | Riverside High School
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Woodcroft
Woodcroft is a planned community south of Hope Valley and just off of I-40 in Durham. The numerous greenways and walking trails are what make this area so unique. This community is the perfect place for those who love the outdoors and enjoy walking rather than driving once in awhile. Woodcroft is also equipped with a Swim and Tennis Club that includes a large swimming pool with slides, tennis courts, a fitness center and plenty of social events for both adults and children. The median home price in Woodcroft is around $375,000
Schools: Southwest Elementary School | Githens Middle School | Jordan High School
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Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Historic District
There are three main historic districts in Chapel Hill, the Franklin/Rosemary Historic District, the Cameron/McCauley Historic District and the Gimghoul Historic District. The historic areas around Chapel Hill date back to around the 1920’s and are within easy walking distance to UNC Chapel Hill. Many of the homes in these areas have been beautifully renovated in the past decade. In addition to the history and charm seen in each of the historic districts, Gimghoul also has a bit of mystery. Gimghoul castle sits at the end of Gimghoul road and is an object of interest for students and residents alike. Legend has it that Peter Dromgoole, a student at UNC, fell madly in love with a local girl known as Miss Fanny. However, she had also caught the eye of one of his fellow classmates, and they challenged each other to a duel at the very rock where Peter and Fanny would meet. The duel did not end favorably for Peter and it is said that the rock is still stained with his blood and that Fanny visited the site every day until she passed away from loneliness. Because of their location and rich history, home prices in these areas range from around $600,000 to over $2,000,000.
Schools: Carrboro Elementary School | Smith Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Chesley
The Chesley neighborhood is located just across the street from Silver Creek subdivision and very close to East Chapel Hill High School. Ample lot sizes and stately homes are characteristic of Chesley. Homes in Chesley are priced upwards of $600,000.
Schools: Ephesus Elementary School | Guy Phillips Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Colony Woods
Colony Woods is an older neighborhood in central Chapel Hill, close to University Mall. Large, wooded lots are common in this neighborhood. Many of the homes date back to the 1960’s; however, a number have been renovated or added on to.
Schools: Ephesus Elementary School | Guy Phillips Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Governors Club
Governors Club is one of the premier gated communities just south of Chapel Hill. The community is located in the foothills of Edwards Mountain, offering picturesque views of the county. The country club, Governors Club Inc. not only has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and tennis courts, but also a Jack Nicklaus designed 27 hole golf course. The country club also offers an expansive clubhouse equipped with dining options. Homes in the Governor’s Club range from around $500,000 to over $1,000,000.
Schools: North Chatham Elementary School | Margaret B Pollard Middle School | Northwood High School
Greenwood
Greenwood is a neighborhood in Chapel Hill located close to UNC Chapel Hill. Greenwood hosts homes in a wide variety of price ranges and styles. The neighborhood has easy access to hiking and biking trails.
Schools: Glenwood Elementary School | Grey Culbreth Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Lake Forest
Lake Forest is a Chapel Hill subdivision bordered by Coker Hills and Booker Creek. The neighborhood is centrally located in Chapel Hill, just minutes from UNC Chapel Hill and a few miles from I-40.
Schools: Estes Hills Elementary School | Guy Phillips Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Meadowmont
Meadowmont is a village community located just off highway 54 in Chapel Hill, not far from UNC Chapel Hill or I-40. Condominiums, townhomes and single family homes are available in this neighborhood. A great feature about the village is that you can get your shopping done without ever leaving. Meadowmont has boutiques, restaurants and a grocery store to cater to residents shopping needs. The community also has a swim and fitness club available to residents as well as extensive biking and walking trails. Home prices for this Chapel Hill village range from $500,000 to over $2 million.
Schools: Rashkis Elementary School | Grey Culbreth Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Silver Creek
Silver Creek is a neighborhood of Chapel Hill located right by East Chapel Hill High School off of Weaver Dairy Rd, just a few miles from I-40 and about 15 minutes from UNC Chapel Hill.
Schools: Ephesus Elementary School | Guy Phillips Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Southern Village
Southern Village is a small community in Chapel Hill just off 15-501. The residential community also has a charming village center complete with a movie theatre, grocery store and a handful of other boutiques and shops. With all the basic needs in your backyard, Southern Village gives residents the small town feel even though it is just a few minutes from UNC Chapel Hill’s campus. The neighborhood is also equipped with a swim and tennis club, available to residents for a fee. The village has a variety of living options including apartments as well as single family homes.
Schools: Mary Scroggs Elementary School | Grey Culbreth Middle School | Carrboro High School
Stoneridge
Stoneridge is a neighborhood north of Chapel Hill, conveniently located a few minutes from I-40 and downtown Chapel Hill.
Schools: Morris Grove Elementary School | Smith Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
The Oaks
The Oaks is a country club community right in the heart of Chapel Hill, just three miles away from UNC Chapel Hill. The country club features an award winning 18 hole golf course that was renovated in 1999. The Oaks is part of the Chapel Hill Country Club, offering a variety of other amenities in addition to the spectacular golf course. Here you can fine homes priced from $500,000 to almost $3,000,000.
Schools: Rashkis Elementary School | Guy Phillips Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Westwood
Westwood is one of the older Chapel Hill neighborhoods with many Victorian, Bungalow, traditional and Cape Cod style houses. Homes in Westwood are within walking distance to UNC Chapel Hill and come in a broad range of sizes and styles.
Schools: Carrboro Elementary School | Smith Middle School | East Chapel Hill High School
Hillsborough
Downtown Hillsborough & Surrounding Areas.
The downtown area hosts a variety of restaurants and has a nice small town feel. This area of Orange County has more than 100 historic homes, churches and other buildings that date back to the late 18th and 19th centuries, adding to the character of the town. Plans for the current town date back to 1766, the essence of which is still reflected in what can be seen there today.
Schools: Cameron Park Elementary | Stanford Middle School | Orange High School
Pleasant Green Farms
Pleasant Green Farms, located just outside of historic Hillsborough, NC, is a unique gated community with easy access to the Triangle region of Central North Carolina. There are 373 acres of open fields and pastures, natural hardwood forests, and two and a half miles of the Little River meandering through the farm, yet only 26 individual home sites. Each 10-acre lot offers the owner the ability to build his or her dream home in a natural, preserved setting with architectural guidelines to protect individual views and privacy. Pleasant Green Farms has over 5 miles of horseback riding and walking trails as well as more than 50 acres of common land, including a five acre stocked pond, to be enjoyed by all residents and their families. Discover Pleasant Green Farms and enjoy the serenity and beauty that can only come when living deep within an unspoiled natural environment.
Schools: Pathways Elementary | Stanford Middle School | Orange High School
