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216 Rigsbee Ave, Durham, NC 27701

Downtown Durham redevelopment site with approved demolition and an 11-story hi-rise redevelopment plan.

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Days on Market124

Property Features for 216 Rigsbee Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Mixed Use, Multifamily, Retail, Office
Listing Agency: Calculus Commercial
Listed By: Garry Cutright · License #NC293811
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Jul 21 at 2:51PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This Downtown Durham redevelopment site includes approval from Durham’s Historic Preservation Committee for the demolition of a non-contributing historical building. The same approval includes permission to redevelop the site with an 11-story hi-rise.

The property is positioned near walkable amenities, including restaurants and retail. In addition to the proposed hi-rise redevelopment, the available redevelopment concepts referenced for the site include adaptive reuse for an office or multifamily conversion.

The site is described as ready for execution of existing approved plans, or for a new venture that follows the permitted redevelopment pathways identified in the approval process.

Key Highlights

  • Downtown Durham redevelopment site with Historic Preservation Committee approval for demolition of a non‑contributing historical building
  • Approved plan for an 11‑story hi‑rise redevelopment on the site
  • Demolition approval enables redevelopment for higher density in the Downtown submarket

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Dental Office Auto Parts Store Veterinary Clinic Home Appliance Store Locksmith

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,076
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 27701, NC

25,208
Population
13,409
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
50%
College-Educated
85%
High-School Grad
5.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,848
Density / Sq Mi
$66,852
Median Household Income
$47,681
Median Earnings
$1,279
Median Rent
$457,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Downtown Durham redevelopment site with approved demolition and an 11-story hi-rise redevelopment plan.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 216 Rigsbee Ave Durham, NC.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Downtown Durham redevelopment site with Historic Preservation Committee approval for demolition of a non‑contributing historical building; Approved plan for an 11‑story hi‑rise redevelopment on the site; Demolition approval enables redevelopment for higher density in the Downtown submarket
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