• Charming single-family home with updated exterior, covered entry, and carport - 520 Commonwealth St
  • Bright bedroom with natural light and space for a queen-size bed. - 520 Commonwealth St
    Flex room with window light and flexible layout for bedroom or home office. - 520 Commonwealth St
  • Front room/Living room with great natural light - 520 Commonwealth St
    Updated kitchen with white cabinetry, ample counter space, and natural light. - 520 Commonwealth St
$1,300 Total Monthly Price

520 Commonwealth St

,

Durham, NC 27703

2 Weeks Ago
| Edit
Edit Commute

Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Share Listing
Favorites
520 Commonwealth St
Share Listing
Favorites

Check Back Soon for Upcoming Availability

Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 777 SF

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

About This Property

This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offers a comfortable layout with abundant natural light and thoughtful updates throughout. The home features a bright living room, an updated kitchen with white cabinetry and ample counter space, and a dedicated dining area with access to the outdoors. Both bedrooms offer flexible layouts suitable for sleeping, work-from-home, or guest use. The full bathroom includes a tub/shower combination and window for ventilation. Additional highlights include hookups for washer and dryer, small exterior storage, a covered outdoor area. Previous tenant has a fence up that we can leave or take down. Easy access to downtown Durham, major highways/freeways, and Research Triangle Park. Highlights include: 2 bedrooms / 1 full bathroom Updated kitchen Dedicated dining area Fenced yard with covered outdoor space Carport Single-family home (no shared walls) Tenants pay utilities. Pets: Allowed with application and refundable $250/pet fee Available starting February 13 2026 for one year lease or 18 month lease (start date also flexible- please inquire!) Applicants must have good credit, clean background check, and references. Showings for the rental available on most weekdays and weekends.

520 Commonwealth St is a house located in Durham County and the 27703 ZIP Code.

House Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

Hardwood Floors

  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Yard
Location
520 Commonwealth St, Durham,
NC 27703
Get Directions
Neighborhood

Situated in the heart of the Triangle roughly five miles southeast of Durham, 16 miles northwest of Raleigh, and 14 miles northeast of Chapel Hill, Bethesda is the ideal neighborhood for anyone commuting between cities. It is also convenient to the area's universities: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, and North Carolina State University. Bethesda is also convenient to the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, a six-mile drive along I-40. And for those working at Research Triangle Park, Bethesda is just three miles north.

Covering 20 acres, Bethesda Park is a terrific neighborhood park. This popular destination features walking paths, a playground, a disc golf course, a basketball court, tennis courts, a high ropes course, and picnic areas. Residents of Bethesda shop along South Miami Boulevard, which is home to a wide selection of shops and restaurants.

Learn more about living in Bethesda 

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 728 Sq Ft $1,055 $1,460 $2,898
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1092-1093 Sq Ft $1,269 $1,800 $4,004
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1427 Sq Ft $1,645 $2,060 $5,261
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2242 Sq Ft $2,295 $2,455 $2,760
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Yard
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Durham Tech. Comm. Coll.
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
N.C. Central Univ.
Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
Duke University
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
UNC-Chapel Hill
Drive: 26 min 15.5 mi
520 Commonwealth St is within 6 minutes or 2.1 miles from Durham Tech. Comm. Coll.. It is also near N.C. Central Univ. and Duke University.
Transportation

520 Commonwealth St is near Raleigh-Durham International, located 10.2 miles or 17 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Durham Amtrak Station
Drive: 8 min 3.5 mi
Cary Station
Drive: 25 min 16.1 mi
Raleigh Union Station
Drive: 32 min 20.8 mi
Burlington Station
Drive: 47 min 36.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Raleigh-Durham International
 Drive: 17 min 10.2 mi

Walkability Near 520 Commonwealth St Durham, NC 27703

Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Not Bikeable
Bikeability
0 / 100

Scores provided by

What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
76 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

Scores provided by

HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It Works
Points of Interest

Time and distance from 520 Commonwealth St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Parkside 70
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Village Plaza
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Joyland Plaza
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
520 Commonwealth St has 3 shopping centers within 2.5 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Duke Gardens
 Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
North Carolina Museum of Life and Science
 Drive: 12 min 7.2 mi
Duke Lemur Center
 Drive: 15 min 8.6 mi
The Mountains to the Sea Trail
 Drive: 18 min 11.6 mi
Piedmont Wildlife Center
 Drive: 21 min 11.9 mi
520 Commonwealth St has 5 parks within 11.9 miles, including Duke Gardens, North Carolina Museum of Life and Science, and Duke Lemur Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Duke Regional Hospital
Drive: 13 min 7.6 mi
North Carolina Specialty Hospital
Drive: 14 min 8.2 mi
520 Commonwealth St is 7.6 miles from Duke Regional Hospital, and is convenient to other hospitals, including North Carolina Specialty Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Bragg Johnsonville
Drive: 96 min 69.2 mi
Pope Army Airfield
Drive: 97 min 74.8 mi
520 Commonwealth St is 69.2 miles from Fort Bragg Johnsonville, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pope Army Airfield.

You May Also Like

Similar Rentals Nearby

Report an Issue Print Get Directions