Markham Moderns | From Church Property to Three Modern Homes
- BETTER
- Aug 11
- 1 min read
In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at Markham Moderns, an infill development in Durham's Duke Park neighborhood that demonstrates how thoughtful development begins long before construction starts.
What began as a referral from a trusted lending partner quickly became an opportunity to transform an underutilized church property into three thoughtfully designed homes. We discuss how relationships create opportunities, why premium neighborhoods can reduce investment risk, and how BETTER evaluates zoning, site constraints, comparable sales, and design decisions before ever making an offer.
We also discuss the tradeoffs between maximizing density and creating homes people actually want to live in, the financial framework behind our underwriting process, and why waiting a few extra months for the right approvals can ultimately create significantly more value.
Whether you're an active developer, a passive investor, or simply interested in how successful real estate projects are evaluated, this episode offers an inside look at the disciplined thinking that drives every BETTER investment decision.
