And we try our darndest to be the best people we can to help you with all your real estate needs. It's our job. And we love it. It takes a team of supporters and partners to build a community. We've curated some of the people and businesses we love - in our experience, they have offered professional, quality services to our agents and clients each and every time.
Our community is important to us. We've built our lives and our business around it, and that business is about far more than buying and selling houses: it is about supporting and strengthening that community. Our mission is to connect the residents of Durham with information, resources, and organizations doing work to preserve, advance, and assist with homeownership for people of all income levels in our community.
Our community is important to us. We've built our lives and our business around it, and that business is about far more than buying and selling houses: it is about supporting and strengthening that community. Our mission is to connect the residents of Durham with information, resources, and organizations doing work to preserve, advance, and assist with homeownership for people of all income levels in our community.
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This charming Durham condo has it all- with stunning views of the Durham cityscape to the modernist touch found throughout, this condo truly is a sight to see! Featuring 10ft ceilings, extravagant windows (that open!), motorized blinds, custom professional metalwork including shelves, a snug book case and trim, as well as a cozy electric fireplace, personal balcony overlooking the city and community rooftop terrace/garage parking, your buyers do not want to miss out!
Welcome to The Novus - Durham's premiere new high rise condominium! Open concept space and full length glass maximize the southern exposure of this unit. Matching sunrise and sunset patios provide ample outdoor living. High end finishes throughout create an air of sophistication.
This highly amenitized building includes a pool, hot tub, pickle-ball court, gym, club room, dog park, outdoor theater, and golf simulator among other wonderful features.Stunning architectural detail and luxurious interiors define Downtown Durham's newest condo project, The Willow. Each spacious condo features multiple private balconies with spectacular views of Durham.
This highly amenitized building includes a pool, hot tub, pickle-ball court, gym, club room, dog park, outdoor theater, and golf simulator among other wonderful features.Stunning architectural detail and luxurious interiors define Downtown Durham's newest condo project, The Willow. Each spacious condo features multiple private balconies with spectacular views of Durham.
Durham is full of vibrant neighborhoods with great restaurants, coffee shops, bars, local stores, and attractions. Our neighborhoods page will help you find your way around town, whether you are a visitor looking to relocate or a lifelong resident looking for new things to do in the Bull City. We work hard to keep up with the buzz around town, but man does Durham change fast.
Reviews (21)
Sammi Filippi
Dec 27, 2021
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How do we possibly fit everything there is to say about our wonderful realtor, Pete Eisenmann?
We first worked with Pete five years ago when my now-husband was purchasing his first home and reached out to Urban Durham. Pete guided him through the purchase of a foreclosed townhome that after five years was worth almost triple what he got it for. But our friendship with Pete didn’t stop when the transaction closed. Over the years, we kept in touch, making sure to fill each other in on life from time to time.
Cue five years later, we’re married, and looking to sell his townhome and purchase
We first worked with Pete five years ago when my now-husband was purchasing his first home and reached out to Urban Durham. Pete guided him through the purchase of a foreclosed townhome that after five years was worth almost triple what he got it for. But our friendship with Pete didn’t stop when the transaction closed. Over the years, we kept in touch, making sure to fill each other in on life from time to time.
Cue five years later, we’re married, and looking to sell his townhome and purchase
Sarah Smithson
Dec 26, 2021
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Ellen Bell is exceptional! We have bought and sold twice with Ellen, and her guidance has been spot on every time. She understood exactly what we were looking for and, in partnership with Ryan, was always quick and efficient in a wild market. Her knowledge of the process, robust contacts, and advocacy for us as buyers and sellers was top notch!
Nettie Jankoviak
Dec 25, 2021
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Ellen Bell helped me buy my first home in Spring 2021. I can’t imagine being successful in this endeavor without her knowledge and expertise. She explained terminology to me so that I had a working knowledge of the process, which helped me truly determine what I wanted in a house. Ellen’s strong skillset and experience in the Durham market resulted in me closing on my first home during one of the wildest seasons the Triangle housing market has seen. She’s also fun to work with. I recommend Ellen and her assistant Ryan to anyone looking to purchase a home, and feel comfortable and confident
James Dardig
Dec 21, 2021
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Ellen Bell has helped us with 3 purchases and one sale now, and we can no longer imagine working with anyone else.
Ellen's encyclopedic knowledge of every aspect of the purchase, sale, and repairs -- and her robust network of vendors -- have made every transaction as easy as possible.
Would add a sixth star if I could!
Ellen's encyclopedic knowledge of every aspect of the purchase, sale, and repairs -- and her robust network of vendors -- have made every transaction as easy as possible.
Would add a sixth star if I could!
Tess P.
Dec 16, 2021
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I have never left a review before because reviewing a person makes me uncomfortable but I feel compelled to write one because of how spectacular Mary Hartzell is at her work. I started the home buying process overwhelmed and in need of consultation, guidance, and patience. Mary went above and beyond what I expected in every single way. She was knowledgeable about all steps of the process, listened to my needs in a home and my priorities, was attentive and responsive, and provided direct and candid advice. Cannot recommend her enough.
Lucy Beatty
Nov 13, 2021
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Chris Flynn
Sep 27, 2021
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TL;DR: we are so unspeakably glad we made the decision to reach out to UDR. We cannot find words to express just how grateful we are to Manfred, because he was just that indispensable to our success. If we could somehow make this review more glowing, we would. Thank you, Manfred! Thank you, Urban Durham Realty!
My wife and I are long-time Durhamites and were first-time homebuyers. We reached out to Urban Durham Realty as we wanted to work with a local, Bull City firm. Right off the bat, we were very pleased with how promptly they returned communication and put us in touch with our agent, Manfred
My wife and I are long-time Durhamites and were first-time homebuyers. We reached out to Urban Durham Realty as we wanted to work with a local, Bull City firm. Right off the bat, we were very pleased with how promptly they returned communication and put us in touch with our agent, Manfred
Edward Proulx
Sep 23, 2021
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Jarin Frederick is the consummate real estate professional.
Jarin served as a seller’s agent for the sale of a rental property for my wife and I while we were living across the country. From our initial conversations to the final sale, Jarin was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her expert advice on how to renovate and price our property resulted in a sale that was significantly above the asking price. To accomplish this, Jarin deftly selected and coordinated all aspects of our contracted renovation work, following up and closing out every issue with exacting attention to detail - as if our
Jarin served as a seller’s agent for the sale of a rental property for my wife and I while we were living across the country. From our initial conversations to the final sale, Jarin was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her expert advice on how to renovate and price our property resulted in a sale that was significantly above the asking price. To accomplish this, Jarin deftly selected and coordinated all aspects of our contracted renovation work, following up and closing out every issue with exacting attention to detail - as if our
Allyson Rhinehart
Sep 22, 2021
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I worked with Christina Chenet to purchase my first home. A daunting process in a very competitive market was made much more enjoyable with her help. She was honest, kind, and helped me find the perfect first townhome for me. She was there for my inspections even when I couldn't be and was on TOP of sending me listings and working me into her busy schedule. Not once did I feel "silly" for asking probably seemingly obvious questions and she was so thorough, and prompt with her responses. I really feel lucky that I got paired up with her, and that I went with Urban Durham Realty. While I am glad
Daniel Gross
Jul 23, 2021
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Recently closed on a house in Durham (Trinity Park), and thrilled with the outcome. Mariana Byrd and her team at Urban Durham are top notch and were there with me every step of the way. She has a deep knowledge of the Durham market, gives honest feedback, and will hold your hand through the whole process during offer and closing. She's very detailed and thorough, and to top it off a pleasure to be around / see houses with. I'd recommend her to anyone!
John Q.
Nov 19, 2019
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James B.
Feb 12, 2019
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Urban Durham Realty makes buying or selling a home as easy as pie.
We first met Mary Hartzell at Urban Durham Realty when we moved to Durham in 2012 and started looking for a house. I wanted to receive listings to start seeing what was available and then meet with the agent once we had seen something suitable to us. Several brokerages refused to send listings or even begin discussing a purchase without an in person meeting in their office, which I believe to be a waste of time. I told the person who answered the phone what I was looking for with an agent and they told me that wouldn't
We first met Mary Hartzell at Urban Durham Realty when we moved to Durham in 2012 and started looking for a house. I wanted to receive listings to start seeing what was available and then meet with the agent once we had seen something suitable to us. Several brokerages refused to send listings or even begin discussing a purchase without an in person meeting in their office, which I believe to be a waste of time. I told the person who answered the phone what I was looking for with an agent and they told me that wouldn't
Lynn R.
Mar 01, 2018
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We love Urban Durham Realty. In particular I would highlight our experience with Susan Herst who first worked with us when we moved to the area several years ago. Susan spent long days with my husband and me since we were only here for a 4-day stretch to find a house. We left without finding a home but she doggedly continued to look at homes on our behalf, ultimately encouraging us long-distance to consider the home we now live in which was perfect for us.
More recently we thought about downsizing. Susan took us to see many homes and listened to our needs and reasons for considering moving. She
More recently we thought about downsizing. Susan took us to see many homes and listened to our needs and reasons for considering moving. She
Vagabond O.
Feb 01, 2018
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This review is for Susan Herst. My wife and I hired Susan to help us purchase a home last year and were quite dissatisfied with the job she did for us.
I don't want to go into great detail about every issue we had with Susan. These were the main concerns:
1. Susan was not terribly responsive to our questions and/or concerns. On two occasions, I asked Susan the same question three different times over a two-week period before receiving a response. That seems like an unreasonable amount of time to wait for a question to be answered.
2. Susan was not all that helpful. Being new to the area
I don't want to go into great detail about every issue we had with Susan. These were the main concerns:
1. Susan was not terribly responsive to our questions and/or concerns. On two occasions, I asked Susan the same question three different times over a two-week period before receiving a response. That seems like an unreasonable amount of time to wait for a question to be answered.
2. Susan was not all that helpful. Being new to the area
J. S.
Sep 26, 2017
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Mary S.
Nov 08, 2015
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Becky L.
Jul 05, 2013
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We worked with Susan Herst at Urban Durham to purchase a second home in Durham that we could rent to our daughter who was moving there and we were very happy with the experience. Susan helped us on short notice with tight time constraints and a limited budget and did a great job of helping us find and close on a property that fit our needs. She was unflappable despite having to respond to three of us being involved in the search process, and she brought considerable knowledge of the Durham neighborhoods, the quirks of older homes, and the purchase process to the table.
Susan remained objective
Susan remained objective
Barbara L.
Dec 04, 2012
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My five stars are for Urban Durham and also specifically for Susan Herst, who made my homebuying experience fabulous! Yeah, so, I waited until I was in my mid 40s to buy a house. What can I say - I was ok with renting until then. I chose to return to Durham and wanted a realtor that knows the city in and out.
Susan was that person. I needed a lot of guidance through the process, particularly post offer, and she handled it all. Including my incessant questions, and my worried emails when I was convinced that something had gone wrong (it hadn't...I was clueless). Totally unflappable and handled
Susan was that person. I needed a lot of guidance through the process, particularly post offer, and she handled it all. Including my incessant questions, and my worried emails when I was convinced that something had gone wrong (it hadn't...I was clueless). Totally unflappable and handled
Cameo E.
Sep 26, 2012
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Our home buying experience was smooth and as little stress as possible in a somewhat stressful scenario. We were lucky enough to have two agents helping us- Brandon and Mariana. Both were great communicators, friendly, smart and very tech savvy. Brandon would show up to inspections with his iPhone, pulling up whatever relevant document we needed to view at that moment. Their response time to our emails, texts, calls were super quick.
We ultimately ended up with the house we wanted at a price we could afford. Can't be that! And the experience of working with Urban Durham made it an efficient
We ultimately ended up with the house we wanted at a price we could afford. Can't be that! And the experience of working with Urban Durham made it an efficient
Steve W.
Dec 13, 2010
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Great agency! Extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. They go beyond the downtown area of Durham, as well. We implemented their staging advice and sold our house in two weeks in southwest Durham.
I especially liked their marketing efforts and ideas, with unique games to engage the buyers such as "Chicken Chase." They also seem to do a lot of local support and are intertwined with many other local businesses.
A highly professional and up-and-coming agency, to be sure. I am very pleased with our agent from both a selling and buying perspective.
I especially liked their marketing efforts and ideas, with unique games to engage the buyers such as "Chicken Chase." They also seem to do a lot of local support and are intertwined with many other local businesses.
A highly professional and up-and-coming agency, to be sure. I am very pleased with our agent from both a selling and buying perspective.
Naomi K.
Jul 18, 2010
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What a cute little place recommended by a local business owner. Note: this place is for buying or selling, not for rental. Nevertheless, the lady inside was more then happy to help refer me to places she thought would be worth trying out for rental or rental companies she knew. She took the time to help me out, even though it wasn't part of her job. Friendly service here makes me consider them if I ever think of buying a place.
