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Medical Professionals

Match Day is almost here! Each March, hundreds of fourth-year medical students hoping to complete their education in a top program are matched with Duke University or UNC residency and fellowship training programs. Both hospitals offer many top-ranked programs as rated by Doximity Residency Navigator and U.S News & World Report.

So if your match brings you to the beautiful Triangle region of North Carolina, you’re in luck! Durham and Chapel Hill are both great places to live, attracting people from around the country with an alluring mix of sunny weather, charming Southern culture, awesome sports teams and excellent schools. But where are you going to live?

That’s where we come in. At Local Market Realty, Michele Burris and Sue Fox specialize in working with medical professionals. We have many years of experience helping Duke and UNC residents find the right home quickly, within their budget and close to campus, before their residency begins. We can help you with financing too, as we have a list of reputable lenders who provide zero-percent down “doctor loans” to medical residents.

Many residents choose to buy a home here rather than rent, because the numbers tend to favor ownership. We have helped our past clients calculate the difference between renting a $1500/month apartment and buying a home with a similar mortgage payment, and buying a home generally results in a savings of tens of thousands of dollars over just a few years. If you prefer to rent, we can help you with that too.

Choosing a residency program is one of the biggest decisions new physicians face in their careers. You’ve done the hard part… now give us a call and let us make your housing search easy. 

Newest Homes for Sale

$300,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10176748 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Absolutely Gorgeous Wildwood Ranch Home with extensive renovations, inside and out, for immediate occupancy! New luxury vinyl plank flooring, new interior paint (ceilings, walls, trim, closets), kitchen cabinets painted white with granite countertops & new stainless appliances, new light fixtures & ceiling fans, new vinyl-clad windows, new bathroom cabinets, plumbing fixtures, and mirrors, new brushed nickel door levers & hinges, and all popcorn removed from ceilings! New front porch and new rear decking boards & railings. Extensive yard and driveway work. Beautiful metal roof refreshed! Great neighborhood convenient to downtown Hillsborough, UNC, Duke, I-40, and UNC Hospital/Hillsborough is just several minutes away! This home is a must to see!

2510 Wade Hampton Rd, Hillsborough
$395,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10176738 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The Paisley plan offers room for everyone, featuring a main-level bedroom and bath, a spacious upstairs loft, and an upgraded covered patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Gather guests in the open-concept living area, highlighted by a quartz kitchen island at the heart of the home. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a generous walk-in closet, private water closet, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower for a luxurious start to each day. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Durham, Avalon Place offers a selection of floorplans with open-concept layouts and energy-efficient features. Easy access to both I-885 and US-70 enables quick connections to RTP, RDU, and the rest of the Triangle, while residents will enjoy a host of planned amenities, including a pool, clubhouse, pickleball courts and more. Each of our homes is built with innovative, energy-efficient features designed to help you enjoy more savings, better health, real comfort and peace of mind.

1429 Hatteras Rd, Durham
$430,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10176733 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
**MAIN-LEVEL PRIMARY BEDROOM** Trailside Townes offers a rare blend of modern style, quality craftsmanship, and everyday convenience within one of Durham's most thoughtfully designed new communities. Built by a trusted local builder, Trailside Townes is an intimate community of just 24 duet-style residences, each one an end unit, thoughtfully designed with a level of care and attention that is increasingly hard to find in new construction. These homes reflect a more intentional approach to design, with refined, sophisticated finishes and custom touches that elevate the overall living experience. Each residence features 3 bedrooms, a versatile loft, 2.5 baths, and a private garage, all within a bright, open-concept layout that lives comfortably for both daily living and entertaining. From the thoughtfully designed interiors to details like built-out closet systems and elevated finish selections, every element has been considered. What truly sets Trailside Townes apart is its direct access to the American Tobacco Trail, offering miles of scenic paths connecting you to Downtown Durham and beyond. Whether it's a morning run, weekend bike ride, or an easy commute, the lifestyle here is as seamless as it is active. Google Fiber connectivity adds an extra layer of convenience for modern living. Qualified buyers can take advantage of up to $10,000 in incentives, along with a free e-bike, making it even easier to enjoy everything this unique location has to offer.

903 Selby Ave, Durham
$400,000
10176692 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Developer/builders: if you are looking for an approved project where you can build 6 townhouses in a convenient southwest Durham location, look no further. The landowner has done all the hard work to get this project approved with the city of Durham. Site plan available for review. This land is convenient to Duke, UNC, grocery stores, shopping and more.

5202 Garrett Rd, Durham
$370,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10176679 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath ranch situated on a spacious and private 0.45-acre lot with no HOA! This home is full of character and offers plenty of outdoor space along with a detached two-car garage featuring an unfinished loft for additional storage or future possibilities. A separate storage building provides even more room for tools and equipment. Recent updates include a new dishwasher and a gas furnace installed in 2020. The electric fireplace in the bedroom conveys, along with the refrigerator, washer, dryer, living room china cabinet, and freezer in the garage. Property is being sold AS IS with no repairs to be made by the seller. A great opportunity for buyers looking to add their personal touches or invest in a property with endless potential.

3918 Cheek Rd, Durham
$575,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10176671 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Private 3.66-acre brick home in Durham offering space, flexibility and convenience near Hillsborough, Duke, Chapel Hill, UNC, RTP, I-85 and I-40. This property features 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, multiple living areas, hardwood flooring, two fireplaces, a finished walk-out lower level, wooded views, outdoor space for gardening or recreation, and a 3-car garage. Current professional floor plan measures 3,286 sq ft GLA; prior listing/floor plan reported 2,972 sq ft GLA. Difference appears related to finished lower-level area. Buyer to verify square footage, heating source for lower-level finished rooms, permits and intended use. Orange County was contacted regarding septic records and advised no records were available. On-site septic system; buyer to verify septic capacity and bedroom count with Orange County Environmental Health.

4505 Renfrew Dr, Durham
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