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Market Snapshot

Median listing price
$420K

The median listing price in Durham, NC ZIP 27707 is $419,800 as of August 2026.

Median rent
$1,450/mo

The median market rent in Durham, NC ZIP 27707 is $1,450/month as of August 2026.

Days on market
47 days

The median days on market in Durham, NC ZIP 27707 is 47 days as of August 2026. The market is currently neutral.

Gross rental yield
4.14%

At a median list price of $419,800 and a median rent of $1,450/month, the gross rental yield in Durham, NC ZIP 27707 is 4.14% as of August 2026.

STR vs LTR
$2,940/mo STR · $1,450/mo LTR

In Durham, NC ZIP 27707, median Airbnb revenue is $2,940/month compared to median long-term rent of $1,450/month as of August 2026.

Durham, NC 27707 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 27707

Report Date: August 2026

Market Temperature:
NEUTRAL

Scope: This ZIP code analysis focuses on single-family residential (SFR) properties. Metrics are calculated from recent sales and active listings within the past 90 days.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
221
Active Listings
101
Sold Properties
120

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$419,800
Median Sold Price
$451,000
Median Price per Sqft
$242/sqft

The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$1,450

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
0.93%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
47
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
flat
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
flat
Interest Rate Pressure
moderate

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in Durham, NC are averaging 6.77%, reflecting a market environment where rates remain elevated compared to the 5.98% lows observed earlier in 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. median sold price: 451,000 is the primary indicator of recent transaction value in ZIP 27707 and suggests pricing strength relative to asking expectations given the presence of a lower median listing price: 419,800 in the sample, which may indicate persistent seller optimism or listing-price variability that agents should address when pricing new listings.
  2. The market shows a neutral short-term trend with price year-over-year trend: flat and market temperature: neutral, implying a balanced market where neither buyers nor sellers hold a decisive advantage; pricing strategies should emphasize comps and condition rather than relying on momentum.
  3. Liquidity appears moderate with slower transaction velocity reflected by median days on market: 47, which may indicate more time for negotiation and underwriting; marketing plans should emphasize staging, photography, and targeted outreach to avoid prolonged exposure.
  4. Macro and carry-cost considerations are relevant: interest rate pressure: moderate (current average 30-year rate noted as 6.77%) combined with a median price per square foot: 242 and median market rent: 1,450 suggests investors and owner-occupiers should weigh financing cost sensitivity when assessing affordability and hold/no-hold decisions.

Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

1017 Gaston Ave, Durham, NC 27707
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

3 beds2 baths2,208 sqft
$25,000,000
Jun 1, 2026
$11,322/sqft
1 days on market
16 Portofino Pl, Durham, NC 27707
Premium

Sold above market average

7 beds6 baths11,026 sqft
$4,700,000
May 1, 2026
$426/sqft
1311 Martin Luther King Pkwy, Durham, NC 27707
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds3 baths2,235 sqft
$460,000
Jul 1, 2026
$206/sqft
98 days on market
3855 Southwest Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds2 baths2,113 sqft
$456,000
May 1, 2026
$216/sqft
1615 Valley Run, Durham, NC 27707
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds2 baths1,326 sqft
$455,000
Jul 1, 2026
$343/sqft
39 days on market
2205 Collier Dr, Durham, NC 27707
Market Benchmark

Quick sale indicating strong buyer demand and competitive market conditions.

3 beds2 baths1,336 sqft
$335,000
Jun 1, 2026
$251/sqft
1 days on market
800 Fargo St Apt A3, Durham, NC 27707
Value

Below-market acquisition. Investor purchase with value-add potential through renovation.

3 beds1 baths1,240 sqft
$195,000
Jun 1, 2026
$157/sqft
1 days on market
605 Elmira Ave, Durham, NC 27707
Value

Sold below market average

3 beds1 baths1,300 sqft
$167,500
Jul 1, 2026
$129/sqft

Investment Analysis

Compare rental income potential against ownership costs and benchmark against market averages.

Rent vs Cost to Own

Monthly rental income vs estimated ownership cost

-$1,357/mo
27707 Avg Rent
27707 Cost to Own
Rent$1,450
Own$2,807

20% down, 6.69% rate, 0.9% tax

Short-Term Rental

Avg nightly rate and occupancy for this ZIP

27707 Avg nightly rate
27707 Avg occupancy (days/year)
Nightly rate$171/night
Occupancy274 of 365 days

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 8/7/2026

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