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FOR RENT 1004 VIRGIE ST. - AVAILABLE JULY ‘10 - 2 BR, 1 BA duplex, totally remodeled, range, refrigerator, dishwasher, stack washer/dryer, central heat/AC Rent $835 Dep $835

1010 NINTH ST. A & B - AVAILABLE AUGUST ‘10 - 3 BR, 3 BA duplex, all new construction, walk/bike to campus, hardwood floors, kitchen with range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/AC, Rent $1575 Dep $1575

1012 NINTH ST. A - AVAILABLE AUGUST ‘10 - 3 BR, 3 BA duplex, all new construction, walk/bike to campus, hardwood floors, kitchen with range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/AC, Rent $1575 Dep $1575

1009 EDITH ST. - AVAILABLE AUG ‘10 - 1 BR, 1 BA duplex in Old West Durham, walk/ bike to campus, hardwood floors, kitchen with gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher & garbage disposal, stack washer/dryer, electric heat & central AC, ceiling fan in BR & LR, ample cabinet and countertop space, deck Rent $730 Dep $730

1013 B ROSEHILL AVE. AVAILABLE AUGUST ‘10 - 1BR, 1BA duplex, kitchen with range & refrig, gas heat, central air, hardwood floors, stack washer and dryer, off street parking.

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Campus Construction Update From a new dormitory in Keohane Quadrangle to a campus in China, President Richard Brodhead has broken ground at three different sites since the start of the 2009-2010 school year.

In November, Duke began construction on a new cancer center, a seven-story, 267,000 square-foot addition that will cost about $235million. The Duke Medicine Pavilion and Cancer Center will consolidate clinical services –currently spread across the medical campus and outpatient clinics –into one facility. The new center, connected to the Morris Cancer Clinic, will include 140 examination rooms, 75 infusion stations and a pharmacy.

The new cancer center is part of the Duke University Health System’s $700-million expansion. DUHS will borrow $300 million and fund-raise $200 million to pay for the total project.

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The Kunshan government will provide 200 acres of land and fund the construction for the five-building teaching, research and housing facility. The site is projected to open by January 2012, when the Fuqua School of Business will offer certain graduate programs.

Administrators said Duke will also use the site for the Global Semester Abroad program. The University will determine faculty appointments, curriculum and admissions for the Kunshan campus.

In April, the University celebrated the opening of Devil’s Bistro restaurant and Mill Village on Central Campus after months of construction and delays. One week later, Duke broke ground on the K4 dormitory, a planned addition to Keohane Quadrangle. The residence hall is being built on the grassy area behind

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In June, the University announced plans to expand one of its chilled water facilities. The project, which will cost $22 million, will double the size of Duke’s second chilled water plant to accommodate for the addition of the Duke Medicine Pavilion and Cancer Center as well as other future expansions to the University.

The University is also considering renovations to Wallace Wade Stadium. The Bostock Group, chaired by Roy Bostock, Trinity ’62, is in charge of the plans, which will cost anywhere between $80 to $90 million.

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Expansion in Durham’s downtown districts is changing the face of the city’s center The city of Durham has started reconstructing and has plans to fully revitalize the American Tobacco, City Center, Central Park, Government Services, Warehouse and Brightleaf districts, which are all located in the heart of downtown Durham a few miles from Duke’s campus.

Construction in these local areas has been ongoing in the past couple of years, a product of hundreds of millions of dollars local investors and the city of Durham have fueled into the area.

Many of the changes have come from Downtown Durham, Inc., an organization formed in 1993 to fuel downtown construction. It mostly focuses on economic development, parking, appearance, promotion and safety, according to the organization’s website. The city of Durham also crafted a Downtown Durham Master Plan in 1999, which called for many of the recent changes to the location.

The downtown area is now home to more than 40 restaurants and bars and various shopping venues. The Durham Performing Arts Center, which opened in 2008 with a $7.5 million contribution from Duke, features concerts, Broadway series and American Dance Festival performances, among other events. The DPAC is a part of the American Tobacco Historic District, which features a variety of restaurants and retail and entertainment venues in addition to office space.

The local arts scene goes beyond the DPAC, however.

Golden Belt, which was one of the city’s historic textile mills, has been converted into a hub for the local arts scene, featuring artist studios, restaurants, live music and art exhibitions.

And finding transportation to the downtown district will soon become much easier. Durham and University officials announced in June that a free bus service will connect downtown Durham and the campus beginning in August.

The bus will make a stop near Trent and Flowers drives, near Duke South Hospital. The system, which is called the Bull City Connector, uses six new hybrid/diesel buses which were funded in part by $375,000 from the University. Duke will also help fund the service’s annual operating costs.

The downtown district is also home to the Durham Bulls, a minor league baseball team that plays in the Triple-A International League. The team plays in the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, which initially opened in 1995 and was later expanded for the 1998 season.

Durham Central Park, which has been recently revamped, features picnic areas, lawns and gardens, and is also home to the Durham Farmers’ Market, which utilizes the recently-constructed pavilion. The Durham Skate Park, which is located in the park area, opened in the fall of 2009 and is free to the public.

Although some construction projects have yet to be completed, the Durham revitalization efforts have improved the city’s downtown and may soon attract more Duke students.

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Durham’s housing market still struggling but better than most Like many other cities across the U.S., Durham has faced many ups and downs within the real-estate economy in the past two years. Although the industry continues to change, signs of the national housing crash remain evident among Durham neighborhoods.

One of the most obvious indications of the real estate decline is the rising rate of foreclosures within the area.

According to data on Gov. Beverly Purdue’s website, the number of foreclosures in 2009 reached 1,793 in Durham, the highest count in over 10 years. The website also reported that 820 foreclosures had taken place between January and May 2010, at an average of 164 houses a month. The average is already higher than that of 2009, which finished at approximately 149 foreclosed houses a month according to Chronicle calculations. As a result of the high number of foreclosures, North Carolina government has named Durham one of several “hotspots” for foreclosure starts.

prices, certain aspects of the housing economy have made positive shifts. Trulia, a web-site that provides real-estate statistics for American cities, shows that the average price per square foot for one-bedroom housing has risen from $45 to $58 in the last three months. The cost for a threebedroom space has also risen from $96 to $99 in the same period.

While Durham may be struggling on a local level, on a national level the city is clocking in above the average cost for property value. Data released by the National Association of Home Builders in 2009 showed that the average cost per square foot of living space in the U.S. was $83.89, and the

In an attempt to prevent further increases in foreclosures throughout the state, the federal government created the State Home Foreclosure Prevention Program in August 2008. The program was implemented to connect potential foreclosure victims with support programs and legal assistance organizations in order to fight the process. According to a press release from Joseph A. Smith, the North Carolina Commissioner of Banks, the program has helped over 3,000 homeowners in North Carolina avoid foreclosure.

average for the South was $76.77. Durham’s current average of $97 is significantly higher than both standards.

What’s more, according to the press release issued by Smith, North Carolina’s statewide foreclosure rate is ranked only 37th in the country. While the number of foreclosures is expected to increase from that of 2009, in which there were 60,000 filings, the low rank is an indication as to the state’s relative success on a national level.

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The Chronicle brings you www.chroniclehousing.com - housing options for all of the Duke Community The Chronicle launched a new housing site to complement the revamped daily web site in early fall 2009. The intent for the site is to offer a clearinghouse of housing options for the entire Duke community - undergraduates, graduate students, faulty, staff and medical personnel.

The site provides detailed housing listings in a user friendly format. Both rental properties and complexes, as well as homes, condos and townhomes for sale are represented.

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You can access the site from the Chronicle’s home page - www.dukechronicle.com - click on Find Housing - or go directly to our site www.chroniclehousing.com.

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3 Thornblade Court $722,500 TREYBURN 3BR/4BA on .82 acres Indoor Pool! One Level!

to meet your real estate needs As a member of the Duke community since 1987... (my husband is an alumnus and professor) I have enjoyed assisting those associated with Duke with their real estate needs for many years.

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1701 Haddington Drive $375,000 TREYBURN 4BR/2.5BA All Brick!

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TICON PROPERTIES Welcomes you home to Durham, North Carolina!

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Durham Schools enroll over 10,000 Durham is not just home to Duke, its students, faculty and staff. Durham is a small city, and although Duke might be located in a suburban setting, it shares its home with scholars of all ages.

Coming from high school, you might have fond memories of your last four years of school. Durham boasts more than 10,600 students enrolled in Durham Public Schools high schools, the DPS Web site reports. Its six major high schools are Durham School of the Arts, Hillside, Charles E. Jordan, Northern, Riverside and Southern High Schools.

Jordan and Riverside High Schools are Durham’s largest and most racially diverse public high schools, according to DPS racial breakdowns. The Jordan Falcons and Riverside Pirates are district rivals in several sports, including soccer and baseball.

The Hillside Hornets and Southern Spartans excel in football and basketball, but they have made local news in recent years for reasons other than sports. For the 2005-2006 through 2007-2008 academic years, Hillside and Southern High Schools have been rated low performing or below expected growth by state testing standards. For the 2008-2009 academic year, both schools saw expected growth as priority schools, with 50 to 60 percent of students at grade level or less than 50 percent of students at grade level.

In an attempt to address Hillside and Southern High Schools’ poor perfomance, the DPS has added several specialized programs to the schools. Hillside is home to the International Bauccelaureate program in Durham as well as the Hillside New Tech High School, which targets students seeking careers in electronic or computer engineering.

Southern High School boasts the Southern School of Engineering, which focuses on preparing students for the 21st century work place, its Web site reports.

Northern High School was also ranked low-performing in the 2007-2008 academic year, but it has met expected growth in previous years and the Northern Knights participate in a variety of athletic activities as well as academic and career and technical education courses.

Durham School of the Arts is a public secondary school that students apply for entry to through a lottery system. The DSA Bulldogs accept students in grades six through 12, and offers a variety of performing arts-focused electives including dance, drama, music and traditional arts courses.

Durham is also home to the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, a public high school students can apply to attend as 10th graders. The first public residential high school in the United States, NCSSM accepts students from all 13 North Carolina

congressional districts equally and allows them to pursue specialized courses in math and science.

Although NCSSM does not compete in varsity level athletics with the other major Durham public high schools, it does offer students a variety of clubs, activities and athletics to participate in during their two years at the school. NCSSM is a University of North Carolina constituent institution.

Durham is also home to several private institutions that offer education through the 12th grade. Of the 11 private schools in Durham, nine have religious ties. The largest private school in Durham is also one of its only secular ones. Founded in 1933, Durham Academy enrolls more than 1,100 students for its kindergarten through 12th grade and is recognized for its students’ academic achievements.

Annual tuition for a high school student at Durham Academy is $18,700, and its Web site states that more than 10 percent of its students receive some form of financial aid.

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Windows galore as you enjoy the kitchen, screened porch and deck that overlooks this beautiful lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, study, three baths and two half baths; Formal dining area, formal living with gas logs and family room with wood burning fireplace; Large kitchen and breakfast area. HOA includes tennis, pool and equestrian.

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Durham Private Schools Agape Corner Boarding School 1402 Holloway St (919) 682-0546 http://www.agapecorner.org

Camelot Academy 809 Proctor St (919) 688-3040 http://www.camelotacademy.org

Cresset Christian Academy 3707 Garrett Rd (919) 489-2655 http://www.cressetchristian.org

B.E. Academy 916 Lamond Ave (919) 246-4112 http://www.alm-edu.org

Carolina Friends School 4809 Friends School Rd (919) 383-6602 http://www.cfsnc.org/index.htm

Duke School 3716 Old Erwin Rd (919) 493-2642 http://www.dukeschool.org

Bethesda Christian Academy 1914 S Miami Blvd (919) 598-0190 http://www.bcacrusaders.org

Carter Community School 1305 W Club Blvd (919) 416-9025 http://www.carterschool.org

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Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill 4011 Pickett Rd (919) 402-8262 http://www.trinityschoolnc.org

Sandra E. Lerner Jewish Community Day School 1935 W Cornwallis Rd (919) 286-5517 http://www.lernerschool.org

Tutorial 1/2 Christian School 3026 Wake Forest Hwy (919) 596-8212

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Durham is one of 34,000 places in the US

the principal city in one of 362MSA’s. There are communities that rank higher in a category or two, but Durham is one of a handful that consistently rank high across so many different aspects ina given year. Below are some of the accolades Durham received during the past year either as a community or as the core community for a four county MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area as defined by the US Census).

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Once you’ve chosen the rental you want...

Once you’ve decided where you want to live, securing the rental may involve some, or all the following...

Finding the right landlord or apartment complex management can go a long way to making your home life more pleasant.

Tenant Screening - Rental Application Information you provide to the landlord helps them determine if you qualify to rent their property according to their standards. While some landlords may only request references, property managers and apartment complex management typically requires you to fill out a comprehensive rental application.

Lease The relationship between you and your landlord is defined with a contract, typically a lease. Leases vary from landlord to landlord, but clauses in the lease will generally fall into one of the following categories: 1. Restatement of guaranteed legal rights 2. A variation of a negotiable state or local law 3. A policy or rule not covered by state/local law In North Carolina, a lease can be in writing or a verbal agreement. It is advisable to avoid a verbal agreements, however, if your landlord insists on a verbal agreement, prepare a letter of understanding, documenting basic terms of the agreement and other things you discussed prior to moving in.

Review and understand all parts of the lease before you sign it. If you’ve negotiated for things that are not written in the lease, include an addendum documenting what you agreed to and be sure that you and the landlord sign it.

Security Deposit & Fees In addition to collecting the first month’s rent, your landlord may collect additional money prior to move-in.

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Application Fee Typically between $10-$50, this fee pays for the expense of processing your application. This is a nonrefundable fee. Unless stated otherwise, If you are denied housing, you do not get this money back; if you are approved, it is not be applied to your rent.

Security Deposit A security deposit provides assurance to the landlord that they will be reimbursed for possible specific losses caused by the tenant. With a rental period greater than month-to month, a landlord can charge up to the equivalent of 2 month’s rent. At the end of your lease term your landlord must refund your deposit within 30 days after your termination of tenancy. If the landlord refunds part of or none of your security deposit, they must provide you an itemized list of deductions.

Administrative Fee Expect this fee if you plan on moving into an apartment complex. The fee is typically $200-$300, is nonrefundable and may replace the security deposit (although some complexes will charge both).

Pet Deposit/Pet Fee If you have a pet, your landlord will likely charge a deposit, fee or both. Just remember, a pet deposit is refundable (unless your pet does a lot of damage to the rental), a pet fee is nonrefundable.

Pet Rent Some landlords charge additional rent for your pet/s.

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Mortgages: Now is a good time to refinance Q & A with Scott Baker, Mortgage Lending Officer at Duke University Federal Credit Union Is now a good time to refinance? To buy a first home?

Given the situation of the market, it can be an excellent time to refinance. However, it is going to depend on the individual, their credit scores, the amount of equity, credit history and loan-to-value.

In regards to purchasing a first home, now is an awesome time. Seller’s are anxious to sell and with the condition of the market, they will settle on a price lower than they would have a year or two ago. Don’t be afraid to negotiate. Buying a house

is a game and the stronger player wins every time. I would also urge any potential home buyer from becoming emotionally attached. Part of the job of the realtor is try to get you to fall in love with a house. What if that does not work out? Then it may take more time to find the next one. If you can save the attachment until you have the keys in your hand, you may be much happier.

Is harder to get a mortgage loan due to the credit crisis?

There have been a number of changes in mortgage lending.

These changes have affected the way that we determine mortgage rates. I would not say that it is harder to get a mortgage but you may not be as happy with how much you are able to afford.

Is it best to be pre-approved for a mortgage before you start looking?

I believe that it is imperative that you get pre-qualified prior to beginning the house hunting process. There is a difference between being pre-approved and pre-qualified. Being preapproved means that a loan application is prepared, credit reports are pulled and the loan is sent thru an automated underwriting process. This is done typically on a property that does not yet exist. I prefer the pre-qualification process.

First, this will give you a really good idea as to the price range that you should be looking. Secondly, you will get an idea as to your monthly payment. This will be beneficial in preparing your budget.

Next, you need to be careful during this process because if you provide to someone your date of birth and social security number, rest assured that they are going to pull your credit report(s). This is called an inquiry. This inquiry is going to drop your credit score anywhere from 2-14 points. This one inquiry will take 2 years to fall off of your credit report.

What I recommend and how I pre-qualify everyone is that I have them go to www.annualcreditreport.com. By selecting the state in which you live, clicking on request report and providing some basic info about yourself, you will be able to access your credit report for free and your credit score for $7.95. The credit report that I prefer is Equifax. Please be aware that this site is not from a 3rd party vendor like www. freecreditreport.com . This is a site that the bureaus provide the consumer their free report from all 3 bureaus once every 12 months. Too, by getting the Equifax report and score from annualcreditreport.com, you are getting the exact same report and score as if I pulled your credit.

How much should you put down on a home?

Typically, the minimum down payment will depend on the type of loan that you are looking to do. If it is an FHA, the minimum down is 3.5% and if it is a FNMA loan, the minimum is 5%.

Everyone is pretty much aware that the days of 100% financing are no longer available. They are at Duke Credit Union.

We have been offering 100% financing, Home Express, since 2002, provided they are qualified borrowers.

On this product, we are the actual investor and lender. The way that we do it is to provide a 1st and 2nd mortgage. The first is for 80% of the loan-to-value and the 2nd is for 20% of the loan-to-value. The first mortgage is a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage (ARM). This is amortized over 30 years with principle and interest. It is not an Interest-Only type of ARM, nor is it a Sub-Prime mortgage. The 2nd mortgage is a 15 year fixed rate mortgage. We offer this for purchases, refinances and 2nd homes. We even pay the closing costs on the 2nd mortgage portion for you.

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What is PMI? What are discount points?

PMI stands for Private Mortgage Insurance. This is an insurance policy for the lender protecting them against the mortgage going to foreclosure. The amount that you pay generally depends on the amount of your down payment, loan amount and your credit score. To avoid this and you only want one mortgage,

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you will need to put down 20%. If you are unable, you will want to keep track of your principle and your home’s appreciation.

My advice would be wait until you are certain that you have 22% equity before inquiring into the removal.

There are several different types of mortgages available. The most common is the fixed rate. This means that the rate is fixed for as long as you own the home unless you refinance. The terms for this type can be anywhere from 30 down to 10 years.

The question to ask yourself before getting this type of loan is, how long do I intend on living in the home. Typical homeower’s today are in their house an average of 3 – 7 years. If that is the case, then it may be worth investigating further.

Discount points are where you typically see that the borrower is ‘buying down’ the rate. That is to say that they wanted a lower rate, they had extra cash on hand and they wanted a rate that was below the going rate. They could pay extra at the time of closing in order to get the lower rate. Each point is equal to 1% of the loan amount. One thing that I would suggest is to weigh the difference and see where you break even from a cost perspective before handing over the extra money.

Another type is the ARM, which is an acronym for Adjustable Rate Mortgage. ARM’s are a fixed rate for a specified period of time. This is generally either 3, 5, 7 or 10 years.

Interest Only mortgages are still available. I try to keep people away from this product. This type of mortgage provides the borrower an opportunity to own a home and to pay the interest only for a specified period of time. This type of loan means that you are not required to pay anything towards the principle during the initial period of 3-10 years. However, if you only pay the interest and you put nothing towards the principle, you are going to have a tough time trying to refinance when that initial period ends because the only equity that you are going to have is from appreciation and that will not be enough unless you put close to 20% down. Appreciation in this area can be anywhere up to about 4%.

Can you briefly describe the different types of loans (fixed, adjustable, etc.) and how to you determine what is best for you?

What happens is that the rate is fixed for the amount of years and then the rate can adjust yearly, on a conventional loan after the initial period. With a FNMA type of ARM the rate can only adjust as much as 2% either up or down and there is a lifetime cap of 6%.

Depending on the current market conditions you are sometimes able to get ARM’s with a lower rate than for a 30 year fixed.

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CROASDAILE CROSSINGS Croasdaile Crossings Apartments are in the perfect location for Duke graduate students and associates! Just a 5 minute drive to campus and the Medical Center, Croasdaile Crossings apartment community is located at the intersection of Carver and Front Streets surrounded by Durham’s most prestigious residential setting.

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Neighborhoods around Duke The following list includes neighborhoods and areas around Duke’s campus. More information is available from the Duke University Community Affairs office.

Neighborhoods south of Duke’s campus Burch Avenue Tuscaloosa-Lakewood Morehead Hill Duke Forest/Duke Homesites

Neighborhoods north of Duke’s campus Trinity Heights Old West Durham Watts Hospital Hillandale Walltown

Neighborhoods east of Duke’s campus Trinity Park Old North Durham Duke Park

Neighborhoods west of Duke’s campus American Village Area Includes the American Village neighborhood and other subdivisions - Forest Oaks (townhouse community), Walden Pond (townhouse community), and apartment complexes

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Ask the right questions before hiring a contractor When you bring contractors, carpenters, plumbers and assorted workmen into your home, you are opening up your whole life to them. Not only do you need to confirm that they are competent professionals, you must assess their integrity, as well.

You want to know that you can trust them to do the job right, as well as respect your home and its contents.

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tle planning and foresight. You want both capable and honest workers in your home, and can increase your chances of a successful and stress-free renovation by using this list of questions to ask contractors before hiring them.

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Warranties You will want to know what kind of home building warranties are provided, on both the work itself and on the materials used in the project. You should keep good records of any warranted work or materials so that you are prepared for any problems down the line.

References Checking contractors’ references is crucial.

Not only do you want to hear testimonials about their work, you will want to discover if they are they part of any homebuilder or tradesman associations. Checking references means speaking with other homeowners for whom the contractors have worked, as well as consulting the state licensing board and the Better Business Bureau about any complaints.

Portfolio Take a good look at the contractors’ portfolios and make sure that you are satisfied with the level of their previous work.

Job supervisor Make sure that you know who the onsite supervisor will be for your renovation. What is the person’s experience? Will they speak and make decisions for the contractor in his absence?

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Budget You will want to calculate the cost for your home improvement as accurately as possible, naturally.

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Appliances and other hardware It is your house and your money, so you do not need to cede the authority for buying materials and appliances entirely to the contractor. It is perfectly understandable that you would want to get the best prices for the components of the project.

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Having a plan drawn out can assure you that your contractor knows exactly what you want and expect from your remodeling or new construction project.

The way to avoid problems is to spell everything out in advance. If the contractor is too insistent on using particular suppliers or distributors, it may be because they have some kind of “arrangement” with them.

Permits You need to decide who will be responsible for getting the proper building permits and dealing with inspectors. The contractor’s expertise here is essential, although you may wish to be in the loop here.

Like any other sizable endeavor, a home renovation can be complicated and tricky. The best overall rule for managing this kind of project is clear, continuous communication. Nothing should be decided or done in the dark, and everything should be undertaken in accordance with the plan, the budget and the timetable.

It is mostly a matter of common sense and selfdiscipline. Make the plan and stick to it as closely as possible, while still allowing for some mid-stream changes if necessary. Stay positive, keep your wits about you and press on, deliberately and with a sense of purpose. Consider your home renovation another adventure in life, and make your mind up to enjoy it!

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Top 10 things to make Durham feel like home Take Me Out to the Ball Game You can’t fully embrace life in the Bull City without a visit to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays. Made famous by the 1988 movie Bull Durham, the team draws in record crowds all season long, often filling its 10,000-seat downtown stadium designed by the architects of Camden Yards. It’s a baseball lover’s dream from the traditional seventh-inning stretch to roaming vendors selling cotton candy, peanuts and cold drinks. Arrive early to check out the restaurants next door in the refurbished AmericanTobacco Campus.

Eat Local. Eat Well This advice is easily followed if you visit the Durham Farmer’s Market, open Saturdays year round and Wednesday afternoons in the summer. Located at the new Pavilion at Durham Central Park, the market features more than 50 vendors, all located within 70 miles of the market. As you weave through the bustling crowds, you’ll find produce, meat, eggs, flowers, plants, baked goods, pottery, jewelry and artwork.

If you’re hungry after shopping the stalls, stop by the neighboring Piedmont restaurant, which serves only local, seasonal food often fresh from the market.

An Afternoon Delight For both students and locals, there’s no better place to have an afternoon picnic or study session than the Sarah B. Duke Botanical Gardens. You can sunbathe on a blanket or throw a football on the spacious South Lawn or grab a seat with a book along the terrace. Watch the garden’s resident ducks and geese from one of the bridges over the pond in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum. Hidden throughout the garden are benches and secluded nooks and crannies that make you feel like the grounds are all your own.

Chow Down When in North Carolina, do as the North Carolinians: eat barbeque and lots of it. And one of the best places in the state just happens to be the legendary Bullock’s Barbeque off Hillsborough Road. They serve authentic Eastern-style pulled pork barbeque with tangy vinegar style sauce, hot and crispy hush puppies, Brunswick stew, and Southern sweet tea.

Get Away From It All The beautiful Eno River winds it way through Durham offering a quiet, scenic respite from busy streets. There are several access points to the Eno River State Park where you can hike, fish, canoe, and daydream. Two local favorites are the hiking trails at the Fews Ford Access and Durham’s city park, West Point on the Eno. A Taste of Summer Year Round Durham is home to its own gourmet popsicle stand that offers water- or cream-based Mexican paletas. Locopops is known for its unusual flavors such as Mojito, Pistachio, Cucumbers and Chile. They also serve basic fruit flavors, and everything is made in house with fresh ingredients. Because of its popularity, the owners expanded from their original shop on Hillsborough Road to five additional locations across the Triangle.

Working Out Known by locals as the Golf Course Loop, the Al Buehler Cross Country Trail is one of the best places in town to get a good workout. The hilly three-mile gravel trail circles around the perimeter of the Washington Duke Inn and Golf Course.

The heavily-shaded trail is maintained by the Office of the Duke Forest, which oversees 7,000 acres of privately owned land in Alamance, Durham and Orange counties that is used for recreation and research purposes.

Downtown Delicacies For beignets as good if not better than the famed ones from Café Du Monde in New Orleans, stop by Rue Cler, a Parisian-style restaurant in downtown Durham. The beignets at Rue Cler are made to order so these bite size donuts sprinkled with powder sugar come out hot and ready to melt in your mouth every time. Who knew that something that only costs $7 per dozen could be featured in Food and Wine Magazine?

Shop and Stroll There’s no better place to spend a lazy afternoon perusing shops than Ninth Street. It’s a great walk-able shopping district that can meet anybody’s needs from fine arts at Zola

Craft Gallery to beautiful bouquets at Ninth Street Flowers to stylish clothes and more at Za Za Zsu Boutique. And of course you’ll want to venture over to gorgeous Brightleaf Square in downtown Durham, which offers spectacular dining and a wide array of shopping options.

Fresh Air and Food Known for its hearty sandwiches and fresh baked goods, Foster’s Market is often packed to the brim during the weekday lunch hour and weekend mornings. The gourmet food market café has been a staple in Durham since it was opened in 1990. The food is to die for, but eating it on the market’s large front porch makes the experience even better.

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Taking care of the basics Who to call when you’re going to move The following shows utility providers in the Durham area. Durham residents can also call the city’s One Call service for more information, 560-1200.

Electricity: Duke Energy • Apply for electricity by calling 1-800-777-9898 or by visiting the Duke Energy web site.

• Orders for electricity are processed Monday-Saturday, 8:00am-9:00pm.

• Allow 3-5 business days for your order to be processed.

Natural Gas: PSNC Energy • Apply for gas service by calling 1-877-776-2427.

• A deposit may be required to set up a new account.

The deposit amount is based on the previous usage at your new address.

• It can take 2 days to 1 week (peak move-in season) to start gas service.

Heating Oil: Couch Oil Company (919) 286-5408 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday, 9:00am - Noon

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Don C. Christian Co., Inc. (919) 596-8169 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

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Telephone: Verizon • Apply for phone service by calling 800-483-4000.

• You may also apply for service by visiting the GTE Phone Mart at Northgate Mall, Telephone: 2867336 Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-9:00pm.

• A deposit may be charged to set up a new account.

• A connection charge is required to start your new tele-phone service. Installation charges generally appear on your first telephone bill.

• Phone connection normally takes 2 business days.

living only minutes from Duke University at this premier Riverstone Residential community featuring apartments with crown molding and garden tubs, townhomes with a bay window, eat-in kitchen and attached garage,

• Cyber café business center • Clothes care center • Swimming pool with sun deck • 33-acre nature preserve • Wi-fi internet access at clubhouse and pool

• Tot lot • Two bay carwash • State-of-the-art fitness center • Picnic grill area • Lighted tennis court • Detached garages

and single family cottages with direct-access garages and covered porches.

Located just 5 miles from Duke.

Take 15-501 South, turn right on Garrett Rd, Alexan Farms is ⁄4 mile on left.

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Water: City of Durham - Water Management 101 City Hall Plaza (919) 560-4411 Office Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday – Friday To activate water service, you must go to City Hall Plaza and provide the following: • A $50 deposit or credit reference letter from another utility • A copy of your lease agreement • Social security card or a photo ID

1 BR/1 BA 828 SF 2 BR/1&2 BA 938-1,145 SF 2 BR/2-2.5 BA (TH or Cott) 1,275-1,326 SF 3 BR/2-3.5 BA (TH or Cott) 1,347-1,568 SF Pets: Up to 50 lbs

NOW LEASING! 240 Ivy Meadow Lane Durham, NC 27707 Phone: 401-4660 • Fax: 401-4771 www.addingtonfarms.com Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5 Preferred Employer Program

Ask about our Specials

Cable TV: Time Warner Cable 708 E. Club Blvd.Durham, NC 27704 (919) 220-4481 To order cable television service, call 1-888-4892666.

Cable hookup requires payment for installation and one month’s service.

Garbage, Trash & Landfill City of Durham Solid Waste Management 1833 Camden Ave Durham, NC 27701 (919) 560-4185 Recycling City of Durham Solid Waste Management 1833 Camden Ave Durham, NC 27701 (919) 560-4185 Tidewater Fibre Corporation 1017 S Hoover Rd Durham, NC 27703 (919) 957-8803

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AT CROASDAILE FARM Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm Apartments are located in the midst of beautiful Croasdaile Farm, just a 5 minute drive from Duke’s Campus, Duke Medical Center, VA Hospital, I-85, and all your shopping needs.

Experience the Very Best!!

Come see why Woodstone continues to be the highest rated apartment community according to The Duke Community Housing Survey

• Unusually spacious floor plans featuring nine-foot ceilings throughout, walk-in closets in each bedroom, large patio/balcony, and living rooms with bay windows

• Gourmet kitchen includes all-electric appliances: frost-free refrigerator with icemaker, dishwasher, stove with self-cleaning oven, built-in microwave and pantry

• All apartments are furnished with a full-size washer and dryer in a separate laundry room adjacent to the kitchen

• Each apartment has an exterior locked storage closet • Rent includes: alarm system & monthly monitoring, water, sewer, trash and recycling • Sprinkler system throughout apartment • Clubhouse with complete kitchen, large screen TV, VCR/DVD player and state of the art sound system & complimentary coffee/tea bar

• Wireless Internet available throughout clubhouse and pool deck area • Business Center features two computers with high-speed internet access, printers, fax and copier for resident’s use

• Fitness center with keyless entry for 24-hour access • Olympic size swimming pool and 2 tennis courts equipped with lighting for night play • Complete access to 3 miles of walking trails, lakes, and gazebo • Garage and storage units available with remote control access AT CROASDAILE FARM

100 Millspring Drive Durham, NC 27705 (919)382-7585 fax:(919)384-1933

• One pet under 35 lbs welcomed

From I-40W to the NC 147 (Durham Freeway) take the Fulton St./Hillandale Rd. exit. Take right on Hillandale Rd. Go approx. 1 1/2mi. crossing I-85.

Take left onto Carver St. Proceed 1 mi.

Turn right onto Croasdaile Farm Pkwy.

Woodstone 1/4 mile on left.

Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday by appointment

Web site: www.gardenviewrealty.com/woodstone • email: woodstone@gardenviewrealty.com

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Comfort,Value, and Convenience APARTMENT S • • • •

Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes Fireplaces, solariums (in select apartments) Tranquil tree lined views of Duke Forest Wooded trails and picnic area

from $449 monthly, short-term leases available

FULLY FURNISHED APARTMENTS • Fully equipped with all housewares, appliances, cable, and local phone • All utilities paid for, including high speed internet from $69 per nigh t

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Smart Home promotes smart, green living The Home Depot Smart Home currently houses 10 graduate and undergraduate students.

he Home Depot Smart Home, located off Campus Drive behind the Freeman Center for Jewish Life, was but a concept less than three years ago.

The home currently houses 10 graduate and undergraduate students. Conceptualized in 2003

by Mark Younger, Pratt ‘03, the project received the support of the Pratt School of Engineering and then-Pratt Dean Kristina Johnson.

After securing funding from dozens of corporate and academic sponsors, the home broke ground in November 2006, and construction finished two years later.

The United States Green Building Council, which ranks a building’s design by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating, has recognized the Smart Home’s environmental friendliness. The home is certified as a LEEDPlatinum building—the highest rank given by the USGBC. Environmental-friendly appliances come standardized in the house, complete with steam laundry machines and a central-controlled, auto-dimming fluorescent lighting system.

“The lighting system is special because any light switch in the house can be programmed to control any other light in the house,” said former Smart Home director Tom Rose, Pratt ‘05. “And we have dimmable compact fluorescent light bulbs, which are relatively new.”

The Smart Home also features a rainwater collection system and a large set of solar panels, which is displayed prominently on the front of the house. The panels are used to heat water and help power the Home.

The Home Deport Smart Home houses an active group of student scientists and engineers, each with their projects to help better the Home. Currently, the Smart Home also houses two Canadian exchange students.

The Century Experience Offering one, two and three bedroom apartment homes DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR DUKE STUDENTS & EMPLOYEES

CENTURY CREEK

Once in a while you’ll discover a special place away from the stress of everyday life. Welcome to Century Creek at Research Triangle Park.

We have all the comforts you’ve come to expect, plus additional amenities, unparalleled resident service and the Century Experience.

Located in the RTP, just minutes from Duke, I-40, 540, Highway 55/54 and RDU Airport. Century Creek is in the heart of it all!

Full-size W/D Available 6-15 Month Leases Video Library Brand New Dog Park Resort-style Pool w/ Wi-Fi State-of-the-art Fitness Studio Car Care Center

On-line Rent payment Executive Business Center Coffee and Tea Bar Minutes from Brier Creek/Southpoint Picnic and Grill Stations Garages and Storage Pets are welcome

In order to promote innovation, the Smart Home runs the annual Smart Living Competition, in which groups of student work to develop innovative design projects that can be tested and implemented in the home.

Smart Home President Kelvin Gu, a junior, led the Smart Billiards project last academic year. The project was aimed at helping casual pool players refine their shots by predicting and visualizing the path of their shots.

Other projects at the Smart Home include an information telescope and a community garden located at the back of the Home.

2850 Courtney Creek Blvd. • Durham • 919.544.2300 www.liveatcenturycreek.com

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Owning a home: Benefits, Risks and Myths Buying a home is the largest purchase most people will ever make. Homeownership has great benefits.

Homeownership also comes with certain responsibilities.

There are many benefits to home ownership but many things to consider before taking that step.

Are you ready for homeownership? Look at your current situation and determine if: • You have a steady, reliable source of income and a steady employment history for at least two years.

• You have a credit history.

• Your total debt is manageable and you can afford to take on the costs associated with homeownership.

Where you live matters.

• You have money saved for a down payment and closing costs or you have access to other sources of funds, such as an employment bonus, tax refund, or a gift from a relative.

Think about your future plans that might affect your ability to manage the costs of homeownership.

• Consider whether you need to make lifestyle changes that might include not taking expensive vacations or purchasing luxury cars, and dining out less.

• Consider the costs of a growing family when looking at your homeownership budget.

• Consider whether your future plans might include a wedding or college education for yourself or your children.

And remember, the mortgage is not the only expense you need to consider. Homeownership comes with other potential budget items such as repairs, maintenance, taxes, landscaping, etc.

We can help you find your next rental home

Once you fully understand your current situation, your future plans, and the big picture in terms of homeownership, it’s important to look at the pros and cons of homeownership to make the best decision for you and your family.

Why Own?

How you can reach us: Tel: (919) 684-6711 Email: communityhousing@duke.edu Hours: Monday-Friday. 8 am-5pm Staff available by appointment

There are many great reasons to consider owning a home: • You’ll have a place that is yours! You’ll own it, have a place to raise your children and become a part of your community. You can pass your home down to your children, and their children, creating security for generations to come.

• You may pay less to own a home than you would to rent – and it’s yours at the end!

Rental housing database N Roommate database N Community information Housing survey reports N Staff assistance N Listing service N Renter’s guide

Find us on Facebook or visit our web site studentaffairs.duke.edu/communityhousing

Homeownership can reduce the federal income taxes you pay. You can deduct the interest on your home mortgage and property taxes you pay on your home on the tax returns you file each year. These tax savings partially reduce, or offset somewhat, the actual cost of owning your home.

• Your monthly payments won’t ever go up if you choose a fixed-rate mortgage!

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If you choose a mortgage with a fixed-interest rate (one that stays the same for the life of the loan, say 30 years), you’ll pay the same mortgage payment each month for the entire 30 years of the loan (if your taxes go up, your escrow will go up – increasing your monthly payment).

Myths About Homeownership

• You’ll build a good nest egg! Owning a home and building equity is the single greatest source of financial security and independence for the majority of people who’ve taken this step.

The following are some common homeownership myths:

What Are the Risks?

Overall, homeownership is a good investment for most people, but there are risks. If you understand the benefits and risks of homeownership, you can make the best decision about when to buy a home.

So what are the risks of homeownership?

• Monthly housing expenses can increase. Your monthly mortgage payment may be larger than your rent. These higher monthly payments may be offset by a tax benefit at the end of the year. Talk to a tax professional to understand your particular situation.

• You become your own landlord. If an appliance breaks, you will have to pay for its repair or replacement. You are also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of your home and your property.

• You may need to sell your house due to life circumstances. Depending on the local real estate market, you might not be able to sell your home quickly. You may also face additional expenses, such as hiring a real estate professional.

How lenders assess mortgage applications has changed a lot in the last 20 years. What closed the door to homeownership then may not be a factor today.

Myth: You need great credit to become a homeowner.

Fact: You may still be able to buy a home and you have less-than-perfect credit. And remember, you can improve your credit over time. But if you are buying a home and you have less-than-perfect credit, talk to a housing counselor who can help you avoid a mortgage you can’t afford.

Myth: You need to put 20% down to buy a home.

Fact: There are many types of mortgage products and programs that allow low and no down payments. But remember that your interest rate may be higher for a low or no down payment loan. Also, be sure to factor in other costs such as closing costs, property taxes, moving expenses, and repairs.

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Myth: Lenders share your personal financial information with other companies.

Fact: By law, banks and other financial institutions are restricted in their uses and disclosures of information about you. In some situations, you may choose to restrict the disclosure of your information if you don’t want it to be shared. If you are unsure how your information will be used, don’t be afraid to ask – it’s your right to know.

Myth: If you’re late on your monthly mortgage payments, you’ll lose your house.

Fact: If you have a financial hardship, like the death of your spouse or a medical emergency, and fall behind, it’s possible to keep your home and get back on track if you contact your lender early. Even if it is not possible to keep your home, you can sell your home and possibly buy a less expensive one rather than face foreclosure.

Myth: You can’t get a mortgage if you’ve changed jobs several times in the last few years.

Fact: Not true. You can change jobs several times and still get a loan to buy a home. Lenders understand that people change jobs. The important thing is to show that you’ve had a stable income.

Myth: If you don’t have a bank account or credit cards, you can’t qualify for a mortgage.

Fact: Having a bank account is always a good idea and helps you establish credit. However, lenders can approve you for a mortgage even if you don’t have a bank account or credit cards. You’ll likely need to keep records showing a history of payments you’ve made for items such as rent, utilities, and car payments.

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3. Brightleaf at the Park Single family homes from the $280s Townhomes from the $140s

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I-540 to north on US-70 (Glenwood Ave.) towards Research Triangle Park. Turn right into community just before Sherron Rd./Miami Blvd.

HILLSBOROUGH 4. Churton Grove From the $320s

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I-85 to Exit 170 (Rt. 70 Bypass) North approximately 4 miles to right on St. Mary’s Rd., then 1/4 mile to community entrance on left.

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Guide to local apartment communities NAME

ADDRESS

WEBSITE

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BEDROOMS

PRICES

1520 Magnolia

1101 Exchange Place

1520magnolia.com

Addington Farms

715-1524

1 to 3

call for current pricing

X

X

X

pool wifi, cont’l bfast, coffee bar

240 Ivy Meadow Lane addingtonfarms.com

828-1568

1 to 3

call for current pricing

X

X

X

car care, tennis

Alexan Garrett Farms

4130 Garrett Rd

alexangarrettfarms.com

765-1231

1 to 3

$915-1350

X

X

X

movie theater, internet café

Alexan Place at South Square

100 Alexan Drive

alexanplaceapts.com

828-1347

1 to 3

$860-1380

X

X

X

dog park, theater room

Anderson Apartments

1600 Anderson Street trinityprop.com

776-1119

1 to 3

$575-900

X

newly renovated, free washer/dryer

Atrium

3800 Meriwether Dr

gscapartments.com

750-1058

1 to 2

$606-753

X

flexible leases, tennis, gated

Avalon at Bridgefield

325 Bridgefield Place

ticonproperties.com

650-700

1

$585-610

X

security alarm, washer, dryer & water included

Belmont Apartments

1000 McQueen Dr

livebelmont.com

788-1130

1 to 2

$899-1249

X

X

X

clubhouse, racquetball

Berkeley at Southpoint

1400 Laurel Springs Rd

berkeleysouthpoint.com

843-1410

1 to 3

$700-1150

X

X

X

putting green, clubhouse, tennis

Campus Walk

2748 Campus Walk

trinityprop.com

690-1085

2 to 3

$675-950

X

free washer/dryer

Century Creek

2850 Courtney Creek Blvd

centurycreek.com

889-1491

1 to 3

call for current pricing

X

X

car care, gated, alarm system

Chapel Tower

1315 Morreene Rd

gscapartments.com

550-1325

1 to 3

$400-798

X

X

flexible leases

Colonial Grand at Patterson Place

100 Northcreek Dr

colonialprop.com

692-1362

1 to 3

call for current pricing

X

X

X

walking trails

Colonial Grand at Research Park

400 Stone Lion Dr

colonialprop.com

484-1594

1 to 3

$525-1305

X

X

X

car care, movie theater

Colonial Townhouses

2920 Chapel Hill Rd

gscapartments.com

1075

2

$579+

X

X

X

flexible leases

Colonial Village at Deerfield

910 Constitution Dr

colonialprop.com

789-1206

1 to 2

$647-1260

X

X

X

car care, tennis, trails, close to campus

Colonial Village at Woodlake

1000 Lydia’s Way

colonialprop.com

677-1216

1 to 3

$590-960

X

X

X

volleyball, dog park, grill area

Croasdaile Apartments

1829 Front St

brantleyproperties.com

730-1100

1 to 3

$670-890

X

X

X

playground

Croasdaile Crossings

2116 Front St

brantleyproperties.com

750-1250

1 to 2

$750-925

X

X

X

flexible leases

Duke Manor

311 South LaSalle St

gscapartments.com

550-940

1 to 2

$401-624

X

X

X

flexible leases, tennis

Duke Villa

1505 Duke University

gscapartments.com

445-950

1 to 2

$352-639

X

X

flexible leases

Dupont Circle

500 Dupont Circle Rd

ticonproperties.com

600

1

$460

X

new appliances

715-1420

1 to 3

$695-1625

1050-1750

2

$1313-2188

Erwin Square Apartments 905 West Main St Erwin Terrace

2816 Erwin Rd

teamincnc.com

Forest Apartments

800 White Pine Dr

theforestapartments.com

400-824

1 to 2

$525-825

Glenbrook East & West

4811 & 5010 Garrett Rd

ticonproperties.com

610-1162

1 to 2

Hawk’s Nest

3400 Sandy Creek Dr

ticonproperties.com

980

Holly Hill

2716-D Campus Walk

teamincnc.com

Lenox East and West

100 Mayfield Circle

Lofts at Lakeview

POOL FITNESS PETS EXTRAS CENTER

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X

X

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electric fireplace

X

tennis courts

$550-815

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apartments & townhomes available

2

$715

X

duplex homes

780-1315

1 to 3

$560-775

X

flexible leases

ticonproperties.com

650-1640

1 to 3

$570-960

X

security system

2616 Erwin Rd

loftsatlakeview.com

685-1672

1 to 2

$1019-2399

X

X

X

lounge, theater

North Pointe Commons

2335 Broad St

northpointecommons-apts.com

818-1529

1 to 3

$725-1220

X

X

X

clubhouse, tennis courts

Parc at University Tower

20 Morcroft Lane

parcatuniversitytower.com

725-1234

1 to 3

$784-1204

X

X

X

flexible lease, tennis

Pinnacle Ridge

3611 University Dr

pinnacleridgeapthomes.com

634-1004

1 to 2

$660-885

X

X

X

tennis, racquetball

Poplar Manor

2716-D Campus Walk

teamincnc.com

705-846

1 to 2

$665-740

X

flexible leases

Poplar West

Louise Circle

trinityprop.com

360-838

1 to 3

$470-750

X

walk to West, on-site laundry

Station 9

2211 Hillsborough Rd

stationnine.com

732-1611

1 to 2

$935-2000

X

X

security alarms

Strawberry Hill

1321 Newcastle Rd

650-1102

1 to 3

$515-845

X

X

flexible leases, tennis

Stonesthrow Apartments

3207 Stonesthrow Lane

stonesthrowapartments.com

700-945

1 to 2

$599-750

X

X

tennis courts

Sutton Station

5836 Fayetteville Rd

suttonstation.com

824-1729

1 to 2

$880-1695

X

security alarms, gas fireplaces

Taylor’s Pond

401 Archdale Dr

ticonproperties.com

730-1162

1 to 2

$685-835

X

townhouses built in 2005

The Lodge at Southpoint

1300 Knoll Circle

lodgeatsouthpoint.com

648-1352

1 to 3

$700-1300

X

X

X

dog park, weekly resident functions

The Pointe at Chapel Hill

100 Saluda Court

pointeatchapelhill.com

713-1662

1 to 3

$710-1400

X

X

X

clubhouse, tennis

University Apartments

1500 Duke University

universityapartmentsdurham.com

529-952

1 to 2

$780-980

X

X

X

grills, firepit

Woodstone Apartments

100 Millspring Dr

gardenviewrealty.com

840-1320

1 to 3

$890+

X

X

X

flexible leases, clubhouse

X

X

X

X

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CROASDAILE FARM • Homesites ranging from .75 acres to 2.7 acres, starting at $190,000.

• Planned Residential Community, governed by community-wide standards 1

• Beautiful walking paths, gazebos, a 6 ⁄2 acre lake with fishing pier and

serene woodland park for the exclusive use of Croasdaile Farm residents.

• Located three minutes from I-85 and five minutes from

Duke and Duke Medical Center. www.gardenviewrealty.com Contact Jo Oakley at Garden View Realty or jo@gardenviewrealty.com

(919) 383-5575

Enjoy the Lodge at Southpoint Lifestyle The Lodge at Southpoint offers outstanding amenities, superior service, and superb location near l-40 and NC 751.

Spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms Oval Roman soaking tubs Microwaves included Washer/Dryers included Built in computer desks with shelves Resort-style Pool Fitness Center with rock climbing wall Hi-Definition Movie Theater Wireless Business Center Billiards Room Sand Volleyball Court & Tot Lot Dog Park Putting Green DVD Library

1300 Knoll Circle • Durham, NC 27713 Phone: 919-484-2866 • Fax: 919-806-0400

Directions: From I40 West, take exit 274. Turn Left on Highway 751. Turn left on Renaissance Parkway. Our community is on the right.

Housing Guide

36 | THURSDAY, JULY 1, 2010

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Single Family and Ranch Homes From the $190’s s #EILINGS s 'REAT $URHAM ,OCATION s %XCEPTIONAL !MENITIES s 2ANCH BASEMENTS AVAILABLE FROM A SQ FT s "EDROOMS \

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Mulberry Park – Townhomes from the $160’s s 3TAINLESS 3TEEL AND 'RANITE #OUNTERTOPS ).#,5$%$ s v "IRCH #ABINETS s #AR 'ARAGE

Located off Hwy 70 & Sherron Rd

Located off Mount Herman Road/ACC Blvd

(919) 957-2700

(919) 321-0804

Signature II Townhomes From the $220’s s 3TAINLESS 3TEEL !PPLIANCES AND 'RANITE #OUNTERTOPS ).#,5$%$ s $UAL -ASTER 3UITES \ #AR 'ARAGES \ "EDROOMS "ATHS s

3Q &T Country Club Collection From the $230’s s $OWNSTAIRS -ASTERS s

3Q &T s 'ARAGES Located off Brier Creek Parkway 3IGNATURE ))

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(919) 598-8725

Thompson Ridge

Chamberlynne

3 Townhome Collections From the mid $100s

Single Family Homes From the mid $200s

Thompson Ridge is located 1.5 miles from Duke off Constitution Drive

Chamberlynne is located minutes from Streets at Southpoint off Fayetteville Rd and Juliette Drive

1-800-787-0414

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