1417 Ruffin St

Durham, NC 27701

$498,000
Price
2
Beds
1,231 Sq. Ft.
$405 / Sq. Ft.
1,231
Sq. Ft.
$405
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Trinity Park ''cottage'' located on nice quiet street with large fenced in back yard perfect for family entertaining. The living room has a gas fireplace insert and opens to the dining room. Originally 3 bedrooms, the 3rd bedroom is now used as flex space (office, playroom, etc). The galley kitchen has all the upgrades: gas stove, dishwasher, farm sink, tile back splash and quartz countertops. Other upgrades include a tankless gas water heater; a gas insert fireplace in the living room and a metal...Trinity Park ''cottage'' located on nice quiet street with large fenced in back yard perfect for family entertaining. The living room has a gas fireplace insert and opens to the dining room. Originally 3 bedrooms, the 3rd bedroom is now used as flex space (office, playroom, etc). The galley kitchen has all the upgrades: gas stove, dishwasher, farm sink, tile back splash and quartz countertops. Other upgrades include a tankless gas water heater; a gas insert fireplace in the living room and a metal roof. A rear sunroom/porch was added years ago with all new double paned windows that now is multipurposed and functions as a laundry room, office space and tons of storage. The back yard has a nice patio and a firepit area. A beautiful Magnolia tree provides shade year-round. The easy access shared driveway has a free standing carport with entry to the back yard. A must see!
  1. Listed by Joan Austin • Marie Austin Realty Co.

Property Details for 1417 Ruffin Street

View
Yes
Showings Expected to Begin
08-29-2025
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 11/10/2025 01:35 PM

Property Details for 1417 Ruffin Street

StatusActive
MLS #10118469
Days on Market116
Taxes$4,912 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyDurham County

Location

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Building Information for 1417 Ruffin Street

Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,870 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,461

Property Taxes

$409

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1417 Ruffin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Downtown Durham go Noth on Duke Street. Right on W. Knox Street, left on Ruffin. House will be on the left.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.014238
  • Longitude: -78.903385
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Neighborhood: Trinity Park
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,911.68
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 8
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Club Blvd
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • High School: Durham - Riverside
Parking
  • Parking Features: Carport, Paved
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1231.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Parcel Number: 105862
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood, Other
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: Security System
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas Log, Insert, Living Room, See Remarks
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Cooling: Central Air, Gas
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Gas Pack, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Quartz Counters
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Carport, Paved, Wood Siding, See Remarks, Security System
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, See Remarks, Carport, Paved
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13.2 x 11.8
  • Room Width: 11.8
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11.8 x 10
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length: 11.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Description: original 3rd bedroom/flex space
  • Room Dimensions: 11.7 x 10
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 4
  • Room Description: gas fireplace imsert
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 11.8
  • Room Width: 11.8
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14.8 x 8
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Description: see remarks
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 8
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Description: see remarks
  • Room Dimensions: 17.6 x 8.6
  • Room Width: 8.6
  • Room Length: 17.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1417 Ruffin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 10, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$498,000—
Sep 5, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$509,000—
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

—
Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$525,000—
Oct 30, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #229623260

$174,000—
Oct 30, 2007

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000—
Oct 30, 2007

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000—
Sep 24, 2007

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

—
Aug 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000—
Aug 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/10/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$498,000
09/05/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$509,000
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

—
08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10118469

$525,000
10/30/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #229623260

$174,000
10/30/2007

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000
10/30/2007

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000
09/24/2007

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

—
08/20/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000
08/20/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #951799

$174,000

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Public Records for 1417 Ruffin Street

Taxable ValueLand$281,250Additions$174,502Total$455,752
Tax Record2025$4,518 ($376 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,092 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,092 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN105862Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1417 Ruffin Street

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
W G Pearson Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Club Boulevard Elementary
Public - K to 5
Brogden Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Riverside High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
W G Pearson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Club Boulevard Elementary
PublicK to 5

Brogden Middle
Public6 to 8

Riverside High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 1417 Ruffin Street, Durham, NC 27701

1417 Ruffin Street is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27701. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2025 by Marie Austin Realty Co., it's currently listed at $498,000. It has been on the market for a total of 116 days and was last sold on October 30, 2007. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include W G Pearson Elementary, Club Boulevard Elementary and Brogden Middle. 1417 Ruffin Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,231 sqft single family home built in 1947.

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