1702 E Main St

Durham, NC 27703

$325,000
Price
2
Beds
1,436 Sq. Ft.
$226 / Sq. Ft.
1,436
Sq. Ft.
$226
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
Front of home
Classic front porch
Original refinished wood door
Central Hall looking into home
07CentralHall
09Living
Another view of living room
Large kitchen ready for an island
12Kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Cozy breakfast nook
Lot of light in the kitchen
Ample storage
Primary bedroom has two closets
Another view of bedroom
Second bedroom on front of house
Another view of second bedrooom
Two windows in second bedroom
Fabulous renovated bath
View of bath looking out
Walk in shower
Antique claw foot tub for soaking
Laundry/mudroom by back door
Washer/dryer
Covered back porch
View of back porch and yard
Backyard
Partially fenced backyard
Rear exterior of home

Description

You CAN have it all in this wonderfully renovated 1918 cottage close to downtown Durham: great price, convenient location and full renovation of this charming bungalow. The home features a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry, a beautiful bath with walk in shower and marble tile floors, a living room and two spacious bedrooms. Original hardwood floors were refinished and some additional vintage wood (1910) flooring was laid. All the expensive improvements have been made:...You CAN have it all in this wonderfully renovated 1918 cottage close to downtown Durham: great price, convenient location and full renovation of this charming bungalow. The home features a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry, a beautiful bath with walk in shower and marble tile floors, a living room and two spacious bedrooms. Original hardwood floors were refinished and some additional vintage wood (1910) flooring was laid. All the expensive improvements have been made: they include a new roof (2025), french drains and waterproofing (2026), re-pointing the brick steps and painting inside and out. HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems were all updated in 2022. The backyard is partially fenced. Enjoy sitting on the classic front porch or sit on the covered rear porch while you grill and visit with friends. Many newer and renovated homes are nearby. Restaurants, shops, music venues and DPAC are just minutes away, Come home to the vibrancy of downtown Durham!

Listing Agent

  1. Katherine Kopp

    Katherine Kopp

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (919)-741-9444

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Property Details for 1702 East Main Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/04/2026 07:10 AM

Property Details for 1702 East Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #10177030
Days on Market6
Taxes$2,812 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1918
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyDurham County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%
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Building Information for 1702 East Main Street

Stories1Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

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$1,620

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Property Information for 1702 East Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Directions: From downtown Durham, drive east on Main Street. The home will be on the right just past the corner of E. Main and Plum Streets. The driveway is to the left of the house.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.985125
  • Longitude: -78.882323
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,812.02
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 0
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - W G Pearson Elementary
  • Elementary School 2: Durham - Eastway Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden Middle
  • Middle School 2: Durham - James E Shepard Magnet Middle School
  • High School: Durham - Riverside High
  • High School 2: Durham - Riverside High
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1436.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Cleared, Front Yard, Level
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1436
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 112106
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Level Flooring
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
  • Security Features: See Remarks
  • New Construction Type: Clapboard, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Reclaimed Wood, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Wood Frames
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, None
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Master Downstairs, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Driveway, Gravel, Clapboard, Laundry Closet, Main Level, See Remarks
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Driveway, Gravel
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 5.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1702 East Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10177030

$325,000—
Jan 3, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483469357

$255,000

+33.7% / yr

Oct 19, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2145934

$70,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/28/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10177030

$325,000
01/03/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483469357

$255,000

+33.7% / yr

10/19/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2145934

$70,000

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

Public Records for 1702 East Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$102,600Additions$181,070Total$283,670
Tax Record2025$2,812 ($234 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,436 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,436 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918ZoningRU-5(2)CountyDURHAMAPN112106Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1702 East Main Street

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 1702 East Main Street, Durham, NC 27703

1702 East Main Street is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27703. This property was listed for sale on June 28, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $325,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on January 3, 2022. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include W G Pearson Elementary, Y E Smith Elementary and Brogden Middle. 1702 East Main Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,436 sqft single family home built in 1918.

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