5008 Rainmaker Drive, Durham, NC 27704
Summer Meadow · Durham County
Key Facts
Description
Move-In Ready Townhome Near Duke -- Updated and Waiting for You 5008 Rainmaker Drive is a turnkey two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhome offering 1,280 square feet of comfortable living in one of Durham's most accessible locations. Built in 2005 and recently refreshed in 2024, this home features fresh paint, new carpet, and new LVP flooring throughout -- giving it a clean, updated feel from the moment you walk in. The open layout offers everyday functionality with a half bath on the main level and two full baths upstairs. Brand new GE appliances round out the kitchen update, making this home truly move-in ready. Located in Durham County's 27704 zip code, you're just minutes from Duke University, Duke Health System, N.C. Central University, and the energy of downtown Durham. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor looking for a low-maintenance rental property, this location consistently delivers strong demand.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Structure Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2005
Living Area
1,297 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Zoning
PDR
Days on Market
49
MLS® Listing#
10170511
Property Features
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Construction
Roof
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- 6 x 3.5First
- Bedroom 214 x 11.5Second
- Dining Room10.8 x 9First
- Family Room19.3 x 12.5First
- Kitchen11.5 x 9.5First
- Laundry6.5 x 2.5Second
- Master Bedroom14 x 12.5Second
Schools
- Elementary:
- Durham - Sandy Ridge Elementary School
- Middle:
- Durham - Lucas Middle School
- High:
- Durham - Northern High
Financial Details
HOA
$155 / Monthly
Annual Taxes
$2,882
Tax year 2026
Assessed Value
$255,546
Parcel Number
202955
Directions
From I-40, take Exit 279B for NC-147 North/Durham Freeway toward Downtown Durham. Continue on NC-147 North for about 5 miles, then take Exit 16 for Cornwallis Road toward NC Central University. Turn left onto Cornwallis Road and continue for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Fayetteville Road/NC-55 and continue for about 2 miles. Turn left onto Rainmaker Drive. Continue straight until you arrive at 5008 Rainmaker Dr, Durham, NC.
Affordability Calculator
$45,800
Estimated monthly payment
$1,219/mo
Principal $183,200 · Est. interest $255,580 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Durham, NC
- $443,333
- Median Listing Price
- 61
- Median Days on Market
- 1,858
- Median Sq Ft
- $227
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 1,311
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 48% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 22% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Durham, NC.
Location
Points of Interest in Durham, NC
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Nearby Schools
Sandy Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Durham Public Schools
School · 0.9 mi away
Voyager Academy
School · 1.0 mi away
Holt Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Lakeview School
Secondary · 1.6 mi away
Wright School
School · 2.0 mi away
Liberty Christian School
School · 2.2 mi away
Eno Valley Elementary
Elementary · 2.4 mi away
Montessori Farm School
Elementary · 2.4 mi away
Easley Elementary School
Elementary · 2.5 mi away
Durham Public Schools
Secondary · 2.6 mi away
Hillandale Elementary School
Elementary · 2.6 mi away
Brogden Middle School
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
Northern High School
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
Club Boulevard Elementary School
Elementary · 2.9 mi away
Little River Elementary School
Elementary · 3.0 mi away
Riverside High School
Secondary · 3.2 mi away
DPS Staff Development Center
School · 3.3 mi away
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Secondary · 3.4 mi away
NCSSM
School · 3.4 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas - 9194035315
Last Updated: 2026-05-29