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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. 

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$1,295,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 10169956 MLS ACTIVE Status
A fabulous price adjustment just made this special home even better! It's a perfect combination of town and place, a spacious estate that speaks volumes in presence and proximity to everything UNC and Chapel Hill! A versatile floor plan with both open living and cozy corners, luxury details and high quality construction. All just minutes from the hospital, campus and shopping. Gracefully positioned atop more than an acre of lush and private grounds, this gorgeous home is a serene retreat, equal parts luxury and comfort. An elegant foyer welcomes you, flanked by formal dining and living rooms, perfect for parties or quiet enjoyment. The expansive family room in the heart of the home, flows seamlessly into the bright, modern kitchen, complete with breakfast area, sitting room, and an inviting screened porch overlooking forest views. The connection between indoor and outdoor living is effortless, with beautifully curated landscaping extending living into the backyard; with classic slate patio, anchored by stacked-stone fireplace created for outdoor dining and fireside evenings. Complete with hot tub for your backyard resort! Sophistication and luxury define this exceptional home, inside and out. True comfort continues on the second story; with three generously sized bedrooms plus a bonus room and the impressive third-floor suite offers ideal accommodation for teens, guests and more. The unfinished daylight basement is equally compelling, featuring soaring ceilings, multiple walls of windows, rough plumbing, and a separate exterior entrance. Whether envisioned as a rec lounge with wine cellar, or fitness studio, workshop, or private in-law suite, the possibilities are truly limitless. Warm yet stately, expansive yet inviting, this remarkable property embodies the essence of luxury Piedmont living, minutes from every convenience. All in the small slice without city taxes - only county and still within highly regarded Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district! A rare opportunity where privacy, sophistication, and convenience converge!

304 Rhododendron Dr, Chapel Hill

$325,900
3 Beds 3 Baths 10169722 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 5102 Silver Brook Road in Townes on Leesville, a thoughtfully designed new townhome offering modern finishes, flexible living space, and a location that supports an easy, well-connected move. Ideally situated just off Leesville Road in Durham's desirable Brier Creek/Southeast Durham area, this community provides quick access to I-540, I-40, RTP, Raleigh, and RDU, making daily commutes and travel simple and reliable. This home features the Frontier plan with an Arts & Crafts elevation, offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 1-car garage with an open-concept main level designed for everyday living. Inside, the Modern Organic design collection creates a calm, elevated aesthetic with Elkins PureStyle cabinets in Stone Grey throughout the kitchen and bathrooms, paired with white countertops and backsplash and finished with nickel hardware and fixtures for a clean, cohesive look. The first floor features Arden Creek RevWood flooring by Mohawk in Woven Jute Oak, while carpeted stairs and second-level bedrooms add comfort. Upstairs, a spacious loft provides flexible living space--ideal for a home office, media area, or secondary lounge--while the second-floor laundry adds everyday convenience by keeping chores close to the bedrooms. Built for low-maintenance living and move-in confidence, this home is well suited for buyers prioritizing thoughtful design, functionality, and connectivity. Some photos are of the plan model and are for illustrative purposes only; actual home, features, and finishes may vary.

5102 Silver Brook Rd, Durham

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