Durhamite SouthCourt under new ownership; unveils new tenants and starts major renovations

DURHAM (June 12, 2025) — JLL today announces that Durhamite SouthCourt, a newly rebranded Class-A office building in Durham, is underway on extensive renovations, including changes to the amenity selection and interior design and layout. The building, formerly known as SouthCourt, was recently acquired by Durhamite, a real estate investment and management firm. In addition to revealing its extensive capital improvement plans, the building will also welcome two new office tenants this month. JLL Managing Director Dennis Hurley is leading leasing efforts for the repositioned office property.

Durhamite’s vision to elevate the 139,282-square-foot building’s office experience is focused on hospitality-inspired amenities and tailored workspace solutions. Planned renovations included a fully redesigned main lobby, exterior improvements, a multipurpose room for tenant events and meetings and a new amenity complex featuring a hotel-style lounge, game room, collaboration space and kitchen and bar. The improvements will also debut Orenge South Durham, a 17,000-square-foot coworking space with private offices. This will be the sister location of Orenge Downtown Durham, which is also owned by Durhamite. Southcourt Outdoor spaces will be revitalized with ample seating and provide access to Joe Van Gogh Café, a local artisanal coffee shop located on the ground floor. Notably, the building’s third floor now offers move-in-ready executive suites ranging from 689 to 2,363 square feet. Durhamite SouthCourt’s spec suites offer a modern office experience as well as stunning balcony views from the upper levels. In addition, the building will benefit from Durhamite’s onsite management team and dedicated engineering staff.

“Durhamite SouthCourt offers a reimagined approach to the traditional office experience,” said JLL’s Hurley. “Today’s tenants are looking for more than standard office layouts; they are seeking spaces that inspire collaboration, foster a sense of community and adapt to the evolving demands of hybrid work. With its strategic renovations, hospitality-driven amenities and thoughtful design, Durhamite SouthCourt is setting a new standard for a modern workplace in this market.”

The building has also recently experienced tenant momentum. RVE, a nationally recognized engineering consulting firm and Gameday Men’s Health, a leading provider of personalized men’s wellness services, will move in this month. Further enhancing the tenant experience, Durhamite SouthCourt is competitively located and is adjacent to walkable restaurants and retail options at University Hill and is minutes away from Downtown Durham. This building also offers easy access to I-40 and Highway 147.

“We’re proud to officially unveil our plans for Durhamite SouthCourt,” said Jonathan Dayan and Eyal Reggev with Durhamite. “As Durham continues to grow and attract a diverse range of businesses, we recognized an opportunity to deliver a next-generation office experience tailored to the needs of today’s workforce. Our investment reflects a commitment to meeting the market where it is, but also anticipating where it's headed, making SouthCourt a compelling destination for forward-thinking companies.”

According to JLL’s Q1 Raleigh Office Market Dynamics report, the lack of new office construction across the metro is creating heightened demand for the limited supply of highly amenitized, Class-A office environments. With fewer new developments coming online, thoughtfully repositioned office space like Durhamite SouthCourt are becoming increasingly competitive. This tightening supply, coupled with evolving expectations around workplace quality, is expected to continue influencing market conditions well into the foreseeable future.

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