Avana 55Twelve
5512 Sunlight Dr,
Durham,
NC
27707
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Monthly Rent
$1,261 - $3,893
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
750 - 1,230 sq ft
Avana 55Twelve offers modern one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes in Garrett-Durham, designed to fit your lifestyle with spacious layouts and upgraded finishes like quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wood-inspired flooring. Popular community amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, scenic nature trails, and a Zen garden. Pet-friendly features like a paw park and pet washing station, along with convenient options such as an onsite package kiosk and outdoor grilling stations, enhance your daily life. Discover your perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Avana 55Twelve.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 03-306price $1,261square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 09-104price $1,289square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 02-305price $1,346square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 11-204price $1,310square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 01-103price $1,328square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 01-105price $1,419square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 04-302price $1,447square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 03-207price $1,449square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 04-308price $1,409square feet 1,100availibility Sep 3
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Unit 01-201price $1,304square feet 1,030availibility Sep 27
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Unit 10-108price $1,374square feet 1,030availibility Oct 4
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Unit 10-102price $1,827square feet 1,230availibility Now
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Unit 11-201price $1,807square feet 1,230availibility Oct 28
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Unit 03-306price $1,261square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 09-104price $1,289square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 02-305price $1,346square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 11-204price $1,310square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 01-103price $1,328square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 01-105price $1,419square feet 1,040availibility Now
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Unit 04-302price $1,447square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 03-207price $1,449square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 04-308price $1,409square feet 1,100availibility Sep 3
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Unit 01-201price $1,304square feet 1,030availibility Sep 27
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Unit 10-108price $1,374square feet 1,030availibility Oct 4
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Unit 10-102price $1,827square feet 1,230availibility Now
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Unit 11-201price $1,807square feet 1,230availibility Oct 28
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
- Utilities & Essentials
- Trash Services - DoorstepAmount for doorstep trash removal from rental home.$25 / mo
- Utility - Billing Administrative FeeAmount to manage utility services billing.$4.25 / mo
- Pest Control ServicesAmount for pest control services.$5 / mo
- Package ServicesAmount for package services.$5 / mo
- Trash Services - HaulingAmount for shared trash/waste services.$8 / mo
- Utility - Electric - Third PartyVaries
- Utility - Water/SewerUsage-Based (Utilities) Amount for provision and/or consumption of water and sewer servicesVaries
- Renters Liability Insurance - Third PartyVaries
- One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Security Deposit (Refundable)Amount intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms.$250
- Application FeeAmount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market.$35
- Due at Application
- DogsMax of 2
- CatsMax of 2
- Pet Fees
- Pet FeeMax of 10. Amount to facilitate authorized pet move-in.$400
- Pet RentMax of 10. Monthly amount for authorized pet.$25 / mo
- Garage
- Parking FeeMax of 10. Amount for garage parking space/services. May be subject to availability.$85 / mo
- Storage Unit
- Storage FeeMax of 10. Amount for usage of optional storage space. May be subject to availability.$20 / mo
- Renters Liability/Content - Property ProgramAmount to participate in the property Renters Liability Program.$14.50 / mo
- Renters Liability Only - Non-ComplianceAmount for not maintaining required Renters Liability Policy.$10.75 / occurrence
- Washer/Dryer RentalAmount for rental of washer and dryer. May be subject to availability.$50 / mo
- Common Area/Clubhouse RentalVaries
- Returned Payment Fee (NSF)Amount for returned payment.$35 / occurrence
- Access Device - ReplacementAmount to obtain a replacement access device for community; fobs, keys, remotes, access passes.$50 / occurrence
- Intra-Community Transfer FeeAmount due when transferring to another rental unit within community.$500 / occurrence
- Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)Varies
- Late FeeAmount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease.$50 / occurrence
- Access/Lock Change FeeAmount to change or reprogram access to rental home.$50 / occurrence
- Early Lease Termination/CancellationAmount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; excludes rent and other charges.200% of base rent / occurrence
Property Fee Disclaimer:
Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying.
Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply.
Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.
Details
Lease Options
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6 - 15 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2001
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268 units/3 stories
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About Avana 55Twelve
Avana 55Twelve offers modern one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes in Garrett-Durham, designed to fit your lifestyle with spacious layouts and upgraded finishes like quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wood-inspired flooring. Popular community amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, scenic nature trails, and a Zen garden. Pet-friendly features like a paw park and pet washing station, along with convenient options such as an onsite package kiosk and outdoor grilling stations, enhance your daily life. Discover your perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Avana 55Twelve.
Avana 55Twelve is an apartment community located in Durham County and the 27707 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Durham Public attendance zone.
Unique Features
- On-Site Laundry Center
- Zen Garden & Lighted Tennis Court
- Onsite Package Kiosk with 24-Hour Access
- 24-Hour Fitness Center
- Resident Lounge with Media and Coffee Station
- Wood-Inspired Plank Flooring
- Full-Sized Washer & Dryer Sets*
- Outdoor Kitchen & Grilling Stations
- Paw Park & Pet Washing Station
- Quartz Countertops & Upgraded Cabinetry
- Expansive Swimming Pool & Sundeck
- Personal Patio or Balcony*
- Sleek GE Stainless Steel Appliances & Undermount Sinks
- Wood-inspired plank flooring throughout common areas*
- Additional Storage Space Available*
- Spacious Closets
- Modern Subway Tile Backsplash
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Playground
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Pet Play Area
- Pet Washing Station
- Car Wash Area
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Storage Space
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Tennis Court
- Sundeck
- Grill
- Zen Garden
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Tub/Shower
Disposal
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
Model Details
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Balcony
- Patio
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Pet Play Area
- Pet Washing Station
- Car Wash Area
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Storage Space
- Sundeck
- Grill
- Zen Garden
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Tennis Court
- On-Site Laundry Center
- Zen Garden & Lighted Tennis Court
- Onsite Package Kiosk with 24-Hour Access
- 24-Hour Fitness Center
- Resident Lounge with Media and Coffee Station
- Wood-Inspired Plank Flooring
- Full-Sized Washer & Dryer Sets*
- Outdoor Kitchen & Grilling Stations
- Paw Park & Pet Washing Station
- Quartz Countertops & Upgraded Cabinetry
- Expansive Swimming Pool & Sundeck
- Personal Patio or Balcony*
- Sleek GE Stainless Steel Appliances & Undermount Sinks
- Wood-inspired plank flooring throughout common areas*
- Additional Storage Space Available*
- Spacious Closets
- Modern Subway Tile Backsplash
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Garrett sits just southeast of Duke Forest and the prestigious Duke University Golf Club. This residential area represents one of the newer portions of town and has a more suburban feel than some of the quirkier parts of downtown Durham. Substantial brick houses sit closely together in exclusive subdivisions with manicured lawns.
Although the neighborhood has dozens of houses, its proximity to the forest and other natural setting that have yet to be developed or have been returned to a natural state create a feeling of quiet seclusion.
Learn more about living in Garrett| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.0 mi |
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Property Ratings at Avana 55Twelve
I love it here the people the environment everything!!!
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your kind feedback! We greatly appreciate it!
I have lived at Avana 55Twelve for 13 years. The location is excellent. The community is awesome and always clean and neat. The business office staff and the maintenance staff are one of a kind; the best in the business. I am truly glad I made the decision to live at Avana 55Twelve 13 years ago. It was the right decision back then and still is today.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at Avana 55Twelve. We're happy we could meet your expectations!
Adequate to sub-par living quarters and grounds. Not Luxury at all, simply adequate to sub-par. 4-5/10.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Your feedback helps us improve, so thank you for taking the time share your experience. If you're willing to chat, please contact us at avana55twelvemgr@greystar.com so we can get a better understanding of your concerns. Looking forward to hearing from you. Here at Avana 55Twelve, we're always looking for ways to go Beyond Expectations, so we appreciate your input. If you're willing, we'd love to have you contact our community manager at avana55twelvemgr@greystar.com to talk about how we can better serve in the future.
Good place to live if you have a family or pets. Staff are kind and attentive, they have always helped when I called. Maintenance was always quick and responsive.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you so much for your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with our team and that Avana 55Twelve has been a great fit for your family—and pets too! Providing a welcoming and responsive environment is what we strive for, and we're glad it’s made a difference for you. Deb/Community Manager
Avana 55twelve is the place to go if you are looking for a great floorplan, affordable price, great welcoming staff that is here to help, a more quiet laid back safe feeling community that will also welcome you.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you so much for your review our community. I am so happy that you are finding it to be a great place to live. We want you to love living here and want you to have a great experience. Deb/Community Manager
Absolutely love living here! The staff is wonderful and the amenities are wonderful. The location is great with access to lots of shopping and eats.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your comments about our community and our team members. We are thrilled you are having a great experience. Keep enjoying the awesome shopping and restaurants in the area. We hope you will continue to love Avana 55Twelve and will strive to provide you with a great living experience. Deb/Community Manager
Avana 55Twelve is a friendly community. It is conveniently located near shopping, schools and major transportation modes - highway air and public transportation. The property is well landscaped and maintained. Maintenance staff and leasing office personnel are two of the features of the community that I appreciate the most. Amenities (pool, fitness centers leisure areas are excellent. The community staff does a remarkable of creating opportunities to develop a sens of community among residents of all ages.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your amazing review! We are so excited that you are loving living here with us. Also, thank you for the shout out to our team members. We want you to enjoy your home and will continue to do the best that we can to make sure you are comfortable and taken care of. Deb/Community Manager
One of my favorites things was the book club that they had for several months. We met once a month and decided books together.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your recent review. We are trying different resident events, like the sip and paint we had last night. We are considering bringing back book club in the Spring or Summer to add to our events that we have planned. We will reach out to all residents with updates to our events. Thank you for your feedback. We value your opinion. Deb/Community Manager
Your Management Team is excellent, attentive, knowledgeable, professional and they smile!
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your review! We are thrilled that you are happy with our team here at Avana 55Twelve. We will continue to do our best to make sure this is a great place to call home. Deb/Community Manager
The staff at Avana 55Twelve have truly made it a great community to be apart of. The maintenance team, lead by Marc, is always prompt, and Deb and Diana treat everyone with respect. I couldn't ask for a better place to live.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are honored to provide you with the best living experience and will always strive to take care of your needs and concerns while you live here with us. Thank you for giving us this opportunity to provide you with a wonderful home. Deb/Community Manager
The process for leasing an apartment is extremely easy. Everything is straightforward and to the point. Their use of technology has made the move in process simple and clear. The maintenance staff are on point when requested. and Deborah and Diana are kind and efficient with helping the move go by easier.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your review of our community and staff. We are so thankful you are enjoying your living experience with us and we will continue to provide you with excellent service while you live here. Thank you for choosing Avana 55Twelve. Deb/Community Manager
Awful place to live. Neighbors are noisy and the office staff is highly inconsiderate of any requests. They treat all of the residents as commodities and focus solely on profits.
Despite a few bumps shortly after moving in, we could not be happier. Maintenance is phenomenal - attentive and very responsive. I have never had to wait more than a business day for a problem to be looked at and fixed. The office is also exceptional. They are always planning fun activities for residents, and they're wonderfully helpful with anything I have ever asked for help with! On top of all of the staff being amazing, the apartment itself is gorgeous, spacious and beautiful. The grounds are very well kept and tended to. The area is quiet but too far away from downtown Durham or Chapel Hill. And, if you work at Duke - one of the biggest employers in the area - you get a discount!!
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience living at The Flats @ 55Twelve! We are so pleased that you find the maintenance team to be responsive and attention, along with the office team being helpful and exceptional. We hope you continue to live in our community for years to come!
We will be leaving this apartment complex in two months and not renewing the lease because of the current manager and management company. We have lived here four years and were happy here. Then the current manager came on board and it has been a devastating experience. We returned home recently after being abroad for three months. We had informed the manager that we may be gone for 4-5 months. The manager emailed us abroad that the condensing unit leaked and damaged the carpet in the living room and hallway. She wanted my permission to replace the carpet in the whole apartment because the carpet would not match and not look nice if changed on two separate occasions. The manager’s explanation of the leak was that the AC Unit was not circulating air properly during high summer temperatures because of being off and it had a buildup of condensation that leaked. My family member was very sick and so I gave permission to replace the carpet without thinking very much about it. Upon our return, our whole apartment is in shambles. We did not have a decent place to sleep when we came back from the airport late at night. Nothing is in its place and it will take me weeks to sort through and clean everything. We feel violated and cannot stop mourning the loss of our home of four years. My family member died and her belongings in this apartment have been thrown like garbage into piles. This makes me sick in the stomach. It is too painful to live in this apartment for two months. The manager is content that the apartment has new carpet. This should not have happened if the manager did her job of having the maintenance staff inspect the AC unit regularly. We informed her well in advance that the apartment will be vacant for several months. The manager is very immature and has no concept of helping residents. She only cares about getting money from the residents. We had two mice in our apartment earlier this year. I had to contact the owners of this apartment complex to get help because the manager has no compassion and no understanding of customer service. I have never had such experience in 22 years in US in any apartment complex. I will never recommend this apartment complex with current manager and management company.
Property Manager at Avana 55Twelve, Responded To This Review
It is definitely unfortunate that a leak occurred in your apartment, especially while being abroad, and is something that we also did not want to occur. As soon as we were aware of the leak, direct communication was made as well as the immediate start of repairs. We did not want to delay any repairs, which could potentially have caused further damage to the apartment or to your items. I am available to discuss the preventative steps we took to ensure there was no water damage to your items, which is one reason we needed to replace the carpet in its' entirety in case any moisture traveled throughout the carpet pad. Please feel free to contact me directly as I would be happy to discuss this with you further. Respectfully, Kathy Kenyon Business Manager
This complex is a great place to live. It is convenient to lots of shopping. The staff is very nice. Maintenance is also great. I have lived here for three years. I hope to move to the upgraded apartments, which are very nice. I plan to live here for awhile.
A very nice community. With a great staff members that cares about you and your well been. A pleasant area to stay as well as walking distance to a shopping center and serveral nice restaurnts to pick and choose from. Idea place for a couple, family starting or a single person. A great place where i can call home. Outdoor area with a great place for grilling and swimming. Come and join our community and be part of the family. Frederick Johnson, Durham NC
Older apartments given a cosmetic facelift recently from Greystar. I like the changes that have been made, the apartments are older so the apt I live in is outdated in terms of finishes, cabinetry, appliances and it looks like an old apartment inside. They are upgrading apts when people move out with a more modern look. The walls are pretty thin, my tub creaks and my windows and doors are drafty. I get a large porch, though and they haven't increased the rent by a large amount (yet). The infrastructure of the bldgs is outdated with a nice coat of paint on the outside...so really check the apartment out when looking at this place.
It is a great area in which located between Durham and Chapelhill. You have Duke and Chapelhill University. The community is very diverse. Walking distant to the shopping center.very rommie and space. nice pool. Maintained very well by the manager staff. as well as the maintance personel. I able to get to work in 5 minutes . There are resturants in which you have a great chose to choose from . Frederick Johnson Durham NC
Avana 55Twelve Photos
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3BR,2BA - 1,230SF
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Models
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A1 750sqft
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A2 850sqft
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B1 1030sqft
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B2 1040sqft
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B3 1100sqft
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C1 1230sqft
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Avana 55Twelve has one to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,261/mo. to $3,893/mo.
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Avana 55Twelve is in Garrett in the city of Durham. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.1 miles of the property. Five parks are within 7.4 miles, including Piedmont Wildlife Center, Duke Lemur Center, and Coker Arboretum.
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5512 Sunlight Dr
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