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Durham, NC · Wood

Wood Fence cost in Durham, NC

Classic, versatile, and budget-friendly. Cedar and pine privacy fences are the most popular choice for residential yards. In Durham, expect to pay $18–$35 per linear foot installed.

Cedar wood privacy fence with cap rail along a green suburban lawn at golden hour
Installed cost in Durham, typical
$18 – $35 / linear ft
150 ft yard
$2,700$5,250
220 ft yard
$3,960$7,700

Is wood right for your Durham yard?

+Lowest material cost
+Natural, classic look
+Easy to repair board by board
Needs periodic staining or sealing
Can warp, rot, or attract insects over time

What moves your Durham price

Taller fence (6 ft vs. 4 ft)+$12 / ft
Each gate+$303
Sloped or rocky terrain+10–20%
Old fence removal+$3–5 / ft

Modeled estimate for Durham, Durham County — not a quote. Final pricing varies by site, terrain, and contractor. See the national wood fence guide.

How we source these prices

Our 2026 per-linear-foot ranges start from national installed costs by material and height, cross-checked against real quotes homeowners across the Carolinas have shared with us, then scaled to each city by a local labor-and-materials multiplier for Durham, NC. They are modeled estimates, not quotes: a real number for your yard depends on your exact fence line, terrain, gates, and the contractor you choose — which is what our instant estimator computes from a fence you draw on a satellite map.

EstimateFence is an independent fence-cost resource. We make money by connecting homeowners with local fence contractors — we don't sell fencing ourselves, so our ranges aren't inflated to close a sale.

Maintained by the EstimateFence pricing team · Pricing data last updated June 30, 2026

Wood Fence in Durham: FAQ

How much does a wood fence cost in Durham, NC?

A wood fence in Durham typically runs about $18–$35 per linear foot installed, depending on height and style.

How much is a 150 ft wood fence in Durham?

Roughly $2,700–$5,250 before gates.

Do I need a permit for a wood fence in Durham?

Durham and Durham County regulate fence height and placement; most rear-yard fences up to 6 ft are fine without a building permit, but verify height, setback, and corner-lot rules with the city first.

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