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1103 Elmira Avenue · Durham, NC 27707
Five custom luxury homes on Elmira Avenue in southwest Durham — minutes from Duke University, NC Central, and downtown. Modern design, high-end finishes, and S&S craftsmanship at a price point that opens the door to luxury without compromise.
Modern Luxury Within Reach.
Five Homes · All Active · Durham, NC
Site Plan
Site Plan · Elmira · 1103 Elmira Avenue · Durham, NC 27707 · 5 Homes
About Elmira
The Community
Five Custom Homes on Elmira Avenue
Elmira is S&S Luxury Homes' entry into southwest Durham — five individually designed custom homes on Elmira Avenue in the Campus Hills neighborhood, one of Durham's most convenient and connected addresses. This is luxury that makes sense: high-end finishes, custom design, and S&S craftsmanship, at price points that reflect S&S's commitment to making luxury accessible.
- 5 custom homes · all active and available
- 1101–1103 Elmira Avenue · Durham, NC 27707
- Campus Hills neighborhood · Durham County
- Durham Public Schools attendance zone
- Direct access to American Tobacco Trail from Elmira Ave Park
The Homes
S&S Quality at Every Price Point
Each Elmira home is designed and built by S&S Luxury Homes from the ground up — fully custom, with the same attention to materials and craft that defines every S&S community. From the 1,198 SF entry-level Lot 5 to the 2,422 SF flagship Lot 3, every home reflects the S&S standard. Modern luxury, within reach.
- Homes from $350,000 to $699,900
- 1,198–2,422 SF · 2–4 bedrooms
- Custom S&S design and construction
- High-end finishes throughout
- Five distinct floor plans — one for every lifestyle
Life at Elmira
Universities & Research
Duke University and NC Central University are both minutes away, making Elmira ideal for faculty, staff, researchers, and graduate students seeking luxury living close to campus. Research Triangle Park — the nation's largest research park — is roughly 4 miles south, putting the Triangle's biggest employers practically at the front door.
Trails & Outdoors
Elmira Avenue Park, just steps from the community, provides direct access to the American Tobacco Trail — a 22-mile greenway connecting Durham to Chatham County. The park itself features a playground, tennis and basketball courts, and picnic areas. Duke Forest, with over 7,000 wooded acres and 30+ miles of trails, is a short drive west.
Healthcare
Duke University Medical Center — one of the nation's most renowned academic medical centers — is approximately 10 minutes away. Duke Regional Hospital is within 15 minutes. UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill is a short drive on US-15-501. Elmira puts residents within easy reach of world-class medical care.
Arts & Culture
Durham is one of the Triangle's most culturally vibrant cities. The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) hosts Broadway tours and major concerts. The American Tobacco Historic District anchors a thriving food, arts, and entertainment corridor. The Sarah P. Duke Gardens offer 55 acres of curated beauty, free and open to all.
Sports & Community
Durham is a proud sports town. The Durham Bulls bring minor league baseball energy to the American Tobacco district. Duke's Cameron Indoor Stadium is the stuff of legend. The broader Triangle — home to the Carolina Hurricanes and NC State Wolfpack — keeps the sporting calendar full year-round.
Position
Elmira sits at the southwest corner of Durham — minutes from downtown, Duke, NCCU, and the Durham Freeway. Chapel Hill is 15 minutes west. RDU International Airport is 20 minutes north. The address puts virtually everything in the Triangle within comfortable reach, with none of the traffic of more central addresses.
Dining in Bull City
Elmo's Diner
A Durham institution and the city's most beloved diner. Generous portions, a classic American menu, and the kind of breakfast that makes people show up before the doors open on weekends. A true Bull City staple that never disappoints.
Saltbox Seafood Joint
Chef Ricky Moore's celebrated seafood spot — winner of the 2022 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southeast. Order the hush honeys and the fried oyster roll. The menu changes daily, anchored by the freshest catch from North Carolina fisherfolk.
Mateo Bar de Tapas
One of downtown Durham's most acclaimed restaurants — Spanish-inspired tapas with NC ingredients, an exceptional wine list, and a warm, intimate atmosphere. The kind of place that earns its way onto every "best of Durham" list, year after year.
Alley Twenty Six
An upscale craft cocktail bar with an elevated food menu that punches well above its tucked-away address. The caviar and tots is a signature order. Perfect for a date night or a long evening at the bar with a great cocktail and excellent company.
Getting There
Southwest Durham.
Everywhere close.
Everywhere close.
Elmira Avenue sits in the Campus Hills neighborhood of southwest Durham — easily accessed from the Durham Freeway and I-40, and connected to downtown, Duke, Chapel Hill, and the Research Triangle by direct routes. This is the kind of address that makes every commute shorter than expected.
Elmira Avenue Park (ATT trailhead)
Steps away
NC Central University
~5 min
Downtown Durham
~10 min
Duke University & Medical Center
~10 min
Chapel Hill / UNC
~15 min
Research Triangle Park
~15 min
RDU International Airport
~20 min
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