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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

$120,000
10175410 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime .83 acre lot in Durham NC, Gently sloping, ready to be developed. Lot has a creek that flows behind, Please call the listing agent with additional questions

1013 Umstead Rd, Durham
$120,000
10175408 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime lot at 1011 Umstead Rd gently sloping, ideal for your dream home

1011 Umstead Rd, Durham
$350,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10175401 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse nestled in Davis Park Townes in Durham, NC. This well-proportioned home offers comfortable living spaces across multiple levels, making efficient use of every square foot. The thoughtful layout includes three generously sized bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms to accommodate your lifestyle needs. Gorgeous kitchen with gas range, built in microwave, granite countertops, SS appliances. Gas log fireplace. Second floor has a loft. A dedicated one-car garage provides convenient parking and storage solutions. This townhouse offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking a low-maintenance residence in an established community. Convenient to I-40, I-540, RTP and RDU. No sign, per HOA

510 Libson St, Durham
$395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10175400 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Lovely Cape Cod style home nestled in the peaceful Rosehaven neighborhood of North Durham. This 3-bedroom, 2 bath bathroom home is situated on a half-acre corner lot with partial fencing, a large back deck, ample space for gardening. The exterior, deck and driveway were professionally power washed in May. 2026. Freshly updated with all new interior paint, new vinyl flooring in the laundry room, and new washing machine, this home is move in ready. All appliances convey. Inside, you'll find a spacious kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook, a separate dining room and abundant storage throughout, including charming 1070s-style deep linen closets, a large pantry, under the stairs "Harry Potter" storage, attic space and additional scuttle storage. Each generously sized bedroom offers flexibility for your lifestyle, whether used as a bedroom, home office or creative workspace. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Downtown Durhams and only 5 minutes from the highway, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining and commuting while still coming home to a quiet neighborhood without any HOA fees.

3024 Rosewood Cir, Durham
$534,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10175398 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Now 534,900, do not miss this Lakewood Mid-Century Ranch | Two Fireplaces + Huge Private Patio + Wooded 0.36 Acre Lot. Come and see one of Lakewood's distinctive mid-century ranches—the house on the hill with the red metal roof. Set on a beautifully wooded 0.36-acre lot, this exceptionally well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the rare combination of one-level living, character, privacy, and a terrific Durham location. This home is on a private dead end street and no HOA. Inside, you'll find beautiful solid flooring throughout, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, and two wood-burning fireplaces that add warmth and personality to the living spaces. The home's comfortable single-level layout makes everyday living easy while retaining the charm and character of its 1958 origins. The backyard is where this home really shines. The extra large Private Patio is approximately 17' × 39' equaling 663-Square Feet. The wooded backyard that creates an expansive outdoor living and entertaining space—perfect for dinner parties, weekend gatherings, grilling, or simply enjoying the peaceful, tree-filled surroundings. The fenced in backyard provides even more room for family and pets to relax, play and garden. And then there's the location. Enjoy the best of the Lakewood/Rockwood lifestyle, with easy access to neighborhood favorites including Nana's, Foster's Market and Rockwood Park, as well as Forest Hills Park, downtown Durham, DPAC and Durham Bulls Athletic Park. With its mature trees, two fireplaces, generous patio, fenced yard and highly desirable location, this is much more than another 3-bedroom ranch. It's a home with personality—and a place where you can enjoy the best of Durham right outside your door.

1508 Sycamore St, Durham
$275,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10175372 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
**New Price + Preferred Lender Incentive! Use Carolina Mortgage Advisors as your lender and receive a 1% lender credit at closing. More details in documents!** It's rare when a LAKE-VIEW townhouse w/ COMMUNITY POOL hits the market that's so perfectly located to Duke, downtown Durham, Southpoint, RTP and all major highways yet ALSO offers privacy in a well-maintained, rental-restricted community. Situated on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC, 3565 Sugar Tree Pl is a move-in ready, turnkey townhome with new paint and fresh updates throughout. This thoughtfully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath offers the ideal blend of convenience and retreat. Wake up to natural light in spacious bedrooms and prepare meals in an updated kitchen that opens to the living room. Two full baths plus an additional half-bath mean no morning traffic jams. Enjoy lazy, summer afternoons at the well-kept community pool and your evenings on the spacious back patio with a rare LAKE VIEW. The HOA does all of the heavy lifting like exterior maintenance including lawncare, and they maintain the neighborhood common areas like sidewalks all while planning community events at the pool and clubhouse. It's like your own private oasis in a thoughtful and well maintained community. Parking is effortless with 2 assigned spaces, plus guest parking available. A new roof and HVAC system (2025) make this a genuinely low-maintenance option for the savvy buyer who wants to move in and enjoy life, not manage endless repairs.

3565 Sugar Tree Pl, Durham
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