1501 Fairfax Rd

Durham, NC 27701

$235,000
Price
2
Beds
815 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
815
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Some opportunities are simply twice as nice, and this 1945 home is no exception. Set on a double corner lot, this property offers room to spread out and create something special. But the magic doesn't stop at the lot line. The 812 square foot exterior entry basement, mirroring the homes footprint, is ready for whatever sawdust and daydreams you can imagine! Inside, the home lives simply with two bedrooms, one full bath, and defined living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Fresh paint and new carpet bring...Some opportunities are simply twice as nice, and this 1945 home is no exception. Set on a double corner lot, this property offers room to spread out and create something special. But the magic doesn't stop at the lot line. The 812 square foot exterior entry basement, mirroring the homes footprint, is ready for whatever sawdust and daydreams you can imagine! Inside, the home lives simply with two bedrooms, one full bath, and defined living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Fresh paint and new carpet bring a crisp refresh; the perfect canvas for your personal style and future updates. Enjoy slow mornings on the porch or unwind in the evening overlooking a yard full of possibility. Whether your vision includes gardens and gatherings or expansion and community living, this property offers the kind of flexibility that rarely comes along. Double the lot. Double the footprint. Double the potential.
  1. Listed by Courtney Eason • Inhabit Real Estate

Property Details for 1501 Fairfax Road

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Subdivision
Sherwood Forest
LISTING UPDATED: 06/07/2026 03:37 AM

Property Details for 1501 Fairfax Road

StatusActive
MLS #10170499
Days on Market17
Taxes$2,943 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1945
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountyDurham County
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Building Information for 1501 Fairfax Road

Stories-Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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$1,416 per month

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$1,171

Property Taxes

$245

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1501 Fairfax Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-5
  • Directions: Please use GPS.
  • Subdivision Name: Sherwood Forest
  • Latitude: 36.002838
  • Longitude: -78.875984
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,942.74
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 93; 1 6
  • 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 - Y E Smith Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden Middle
  • High School: Durham - Riverside High
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 815.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 812
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 812
  • Parcel Number: 120465; 120486
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 21
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • 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: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Side Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Laminate Counters
  • Equipment Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Driveway, Vinyl Siding, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Equipment: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup, Driveway
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 5.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 9.2 x 13.7
  • Room Width: 13.7
  • Room Length: 9.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 9.2 x 11.5
  • Room Width: 11.5
  • Room Length: 9.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15.4 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 15.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 9
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Description: Exterior entry
  • Room Dimensions: 26.1 x 31.1
  • Room Width: 31.1
  • Room Length: 26.1
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Basement
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1501 Fairfax Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10170499

$235,000—
Apr 13, 2026

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #10141851

—
Feb 16, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10141851

$234,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10170499

$235,000
04/13/2026

Withdrawn

TRIANGLEMLS #10141851

—
02/16/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10141851

$234,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1501 Fairfax Road

Taxable ValueLand$102,000Additions$97,957Total$199,957
Tax Record2025$1,982 ($165 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt727 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt727 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,712 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN120465

Schools near 1501 Fairfax Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
W G Pearson Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Y E Smith Elementary
Public - PK 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

Y E Smith Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Brogden Middle
Public6 to 8

Riverside High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1501 Fairfax Road, Durham, NC 27701

1501 Fairfax Road is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27701. This property was listed for sale on May 29, 2026 by Inhabit Real Estate, it's currently listed at $235,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on December 2, 2020. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include W G Pearson Elementary, Y E Smith Elementary and Brogden Middle. 1501 Fairfax Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 815 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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