Research Commons

79 TW Alexander Drive, Durham, NC 27709

  • For Lease $27.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Office
  • Property Size 422,483 SF
  • Lot Size 58.97 Acre
  • Parking Spaces Avail. 1770
  • Parking Ratio 4.19 / 1,000 SF
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Building Class A
  • Year Built 1985
  • Date Updated May 29, 2025

Research Commons is a 422,483-square-foot Class A office building situated on a spacious 58.97-acre lot at 79 TW Alexander Drive. Built in 1985, the property is supported by an impressive parking capacity of 1,770 spaces, with a parking ratio of 4.19 spaces per 1,000 square feet. Its design and scale make it ideal for large-scale tenants seeking a professional environment in a well-established business hub.

Set within Research Triangle Park, the property benefits from proximity to numerous conveniences. Popular dining spots such as Bulkogi and Meat & Graze are approximately 0.75 miles away, while Extended Stay America and Comfort Inn are just under 1 mile from the site, providing nearby accommodations. Fuel stations like BP and Family Fare are accessible within 0.8 miles, and education facilities, including Lowe's Grove Middle School, are less than a mile away. The surrounding area offers a mix of services and amenities that cater to both professional and personal needs.

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Location

Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    2/100 Car-Dependent

  • Bike Score ®

    23/100 Somewhat Bikeable
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  • City Durham, NC
  • Neighborhood Research Triangle Park
  • Zip Code 27709
  • Market Raleigh Durham

Points of Interest

  • Zone 1: Prearranged Services

    5.32 miles

  • Zone 4: Limos

    5.35 miles

  • Durham

    6.47 miles

  • BP

    0.80 miles

  • Family Fare

    0.81 miles

  • Circle K

    0.84 miles

  • The Pantry

    0.85 miles

  • Marathon

    0.92 miles

  • Mobil

    1.67 miles

  • Kangaroo Express

    1.86 miles

  • Sheetz

    2.14 miles

  • ChargePoint

    3.54 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    4.42 miles

  • Fidelity Investments Parking Deck

    1.77 miles

  • Regional Transit Center Park & Ride

    3.18 miles

  • American Tobacco Trail Parking

    3.23 miles

  • Perimeter 6 Parking Deck

    4.05 miles

  • RDU Cell Lot

    5.06 miles

  • RDU Park & Ride Lot 2

    5.47 miles

  • ParkRDU Economy 4

    5.91 miles

  • RDU Park & Ride Lot 5

    6.02 miles

  • East Parking Deck

    6.10 miles

  • South Parking Deck

    6.11 miles

  • Extended Stay America - Durham - Research Triangle Park - Hwy 54

    0.72 miles

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites

    0.82 miles

  • Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park

    0.90 miles

  • Red Roof Inn Durham Triangle Park

    0.90 miles

  • Comfort Inn Research Triangle Park

    0.90 miles

  • Extended Stay America - Durham - Research Triangle Park - Hwy 55

    0.98 miles

  • Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park

    1.07 miles

  • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Durham

    1.14 miles

  • Residence Inn;Residence Inn Durham Research Triangle Park

    1.17 miles

  • Candlewood Suites Research Triangle Park / Durham

    1.30 miles

  • Bulkogi

    0.75 miles

  • Meat & Graze

    0.75 miles

  • Lawrence Barbecue

    0.77 miles

  • Carrburritos

    0.77 miles

  • Hardee's

    0.80 miles

  • Captain D's

    0.86 miles

  • Thai 55

    0.88 miles

  • Akashi Sushi

    0.88 miles

  • Jimmy's Famous Hot Dogs

    0.91 miles

  • Arby's

    0.99 miles

  • Lowe's Grove Middle School

    0.84 miles

  • Parkwood School

    1.96 miles

  • Carolina Career College

    2.30 miles

  • Southern High School

    2.43 miles

  • Pearsontown Elementary School

    2.47 miles

  • Southwest Elementary School

    3.02 miles

  • Betheseda Elementary School

    3.23 miles

  • Bethesda Elementary School

    3.28 miles

  • Pleasant Grove Elementary

    3.44 miles

  • Alston Ridge Elementary School

    3.51 miles

  • The Learning Experience

    1.42 miles

  • Southpoint Children's Campus

    3.72 miles

  • The Goddard School

    4.85 miles

  • Primrose at the Park

    5.43 miles

  • United For Christ Church Day Care Center

    5.82 miles

  • Discovery Child Development Center

    6.06 miles

  • Lakewood Avenue Children's School

    6.07 miles

  • New Beginning II

    6.28 miles

  • Kool Kidz Drop-In Childcare

    6.29 miles

  • Primrose School of Cary

    7.73 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price for renting office space at Research Commons?

The price for office space here is $27.00/SF/YR.

What type of office space is available to lease at Research Commons?

In total, there is 18,883 square feet of office space for lease here. Availability at this location includes 3 Office spaces. The property offers Multi-Tenant commercial space.

Is Research Commons suitable for a small business?

Yes, availabilities here may be suitable for small businesses with 1 office space under 5,000 square feet available.

Does Research Commons have enough space for a large business?

Yes, availabilities here could accommodate larger businesses with 1 office space larger than 10,000 square feet available for lease. The largest office size is 11,982 SF. For a better understanding of how this space could work for you, reach out to schedule a tour.

Does Research Commons have parking?
Yes, the property offers 1,770 parking spaces with a parking ratio of 4.19 / 1,000 SF.
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