$1,000/ mo
Doesn't include deposits and fees
2 beds1 bath750 sqft house
Available June 1
20 Zelko Ct
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20 Zelko Ct
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Lease terms
No smoking, no dogs, cats allowed on case-by-case basis, 6 month minimum lease term, extension or renewal at my discretion, yard maintenance included
Pricing comparison
At $1,000, this listing is priced similarly to the current market rate for a room for rent in Crest Street.
Other rooms for rent in the area go for
- Crest Street$1,000
- Durham$901
- Durham County$901
- 27705$1,000
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Spacious Bedroom in Charming Single-Family Home - Walking Distance to Duke, Duke Hospital & VA
$1000/month | Available June 1, 2026
Looking for a… responsible tenant to share my home in Durham's most convenient neighborhood for Duke Hospital, VA, and Duke's main campus. This is a rare opportunity to live in one of the only single-family houses that is walking distance from the hospitals and the university.
About me: I'm a scientist in my late 20s who completed my PhD at Duke and now work in drug discovery at UNC (hybrid schedule). I'm only home about one week per month, so you'll have the entire house to yourself roughly 75% of the time.
What makes this special: The location is unbeatable - this house is actually a shorter walk to many Duke buildings than the Science Drive parking garage! I commuted by foot and bike throughout grad school, and it was perfect.
Your private space:
Large bedroom with generous closet and built-in shelving
Fully Furnished
Cork flooring for comfort and quiet
Blackout cellular shades for uninterrupted sleep
Shared spaces (furnished):
Brand-new, custom-designed cook's kitchen with premium materials and new dishwasher
New hardwood floors in common space
Tile bathroom
Screened front porch
In-unit washer and dryer
Energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling
High-speed internet
Outdoor perks:
Established raised bed gardens plus an herb garden. You can use them as much as you'd like!
Quiet dead-end street location
Driveway parking plus street parking available
Shed and attic storage if needed
Plenty of bike storage
Yard maintenance provided
Short walk from many bus stops plus the Robertson Express if you want to go to UNC
Ideal for:
Duke students (undergrads & exchange students welcome!)
Duke Hospital employees
VA employees
Anyone seeking a peaceful, convenient home base
People who enjoy cooking and gardening
The details:
Rent: $1000/month
Utilities: I cover 50% of water, electricity (heating/cooling), and internet even though I'm only home about a week per month
Move-in: First month, last month, and one-month security deposit
Lease: 6-month minimum
No smoking
No dogs; cats considered case-by-case
Shared bathroom
I loved living in this house during my time at Duke, and I'm looking for someone who will appreciate it as much as I do. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to chat or schedule a viewing!
Housemate details
clean and quiet PhD educated scientist in late 20s
Current housemates
1 Male
Preferred new housemate
No preference
The property manager
Nearby schools
Students who live in 20 Zelko Ct attend the following Durham Public School District (Unified School District) public schools:
- 62 mi
Forest View Elementary
Public, Grades K - 5
- 51.3 mi
Brogden Middle
Public, Grades 6 - 8
- 31.3 mi
Riverside High School
Public, Grades 9 - 12
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