1702 James St
Description
Freshly repainted, the home feels bright, clean, and move-in ready. The kitchen has been thoughtfully enhanced with a brand-new refrigerator and sink, making it a functional and inviting space for cooking and gathering. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking...Welcome to this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Durham! With 1,079 square feet of cozy living space, this lovingly updated home is the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience.
Freshly repainted, the home feels bright, clean, and move-in ready. The kitchen has been thoughtfully enhanced with a brand-new refrigerator and sink, making it a functional and inviting space for cooking and gathering. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a smart investment, this home offers both charm and practicality.
Enjoy being just minutes away from Durham's best dining, shops, parks, and cultural hotspots — all while living on a quiet, friendly street.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully refreshed home in one of the most sought-after areas of the city!
Listing Agent
![Matt Lunceford Blivin]()
matt.lunceford.blivin@compass.comP: (919)-323-0527
Property Details for 1702 James Street
Property Details for 1702 James Street
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 10122370 |
| Days on Market | 25 |
| Taxes | $3,315 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1938 |
| Lot Size | 0.10 AC / 4,356 SF |
| County | Durham County |
Location
Building Information for 1702 James Street
Payment Calculator
$2,030 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$1,754
$276
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Property Information for 1702 James Street
- Directions: From University, north on James Street. Cross Ward house on the left. From Chapel Hill Road, turn onto Ward, left at the stop sign home on left.
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.981632
- Longitude: -78.926155
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $3,315.00
- City Limits Of: Durham
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: 082112823
- Restrictive Covenants YN: No
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2025-10-31
- Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
- Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
- High School: Durham - Jordan
- Open Parking: No
- Carport: No
- Garage: No
- Building Area Total: 1079.0
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
- Parcel Number: 104322
- Structure Type: House
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 21
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Senior Community: No
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
- Construction Materials: Brick, Plaster, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Shingle
- New Construction Type: Brick, Plaster, Vinyl Siding, House
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Cooling: Central Air
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters
- Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Interior: Brick, Plaster, Vinyl Siding, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
- Rooms Total: 7.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 1702 James Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1919683025 | $328,000 | +2.3% / yr |
| Oct 12, 2025 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10122370 | — | |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10122370 | $355,000 | — |
| Sep 15, 2024 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — | |
| Sep 15, 2024 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — | |
| Sep 13, 2024 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | $515,000 | — |
| Aug 10, 2024 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — | |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | $485,000 | — |
| Apr 4, 2017 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $270,000 | — |
| Apr 4, 2017 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $270,000 | — |
| Mar 25, 2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #591864773 | $270,000 | +9.4% / yr |
| Mar 1, 2017 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | — | |
| Feb 23, 2017 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $249,900 | — |
| Feb 23, 2017 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $249,900 | — |
| Nov 20, 2009 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #280013012 | $140,000 | +5.4% / yr |
| Nov 20, 2009 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 | — |
| Nov 20, 2009 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 | — |
| Oct 13, 2009 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | — | |
| Sep 7, 2009 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 | — |
| Sep 7, 2009 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 | — |
| Jun 14, 2004 | Sold AMLS #704263 | $104,000 | — |
| Jun 14, 2004 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $104,000 | — |
| Jun 14, 2004 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $104,000 | — |
| Mar 30, 2004 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #594810785 | $104,000 | — |
| Feb 11, 2004 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | — | |
| Aug 14, 2003 | Listed (Active) AMLS #704263 | $113,500 | — |
| Aug 14, 2003 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $113,500 | — |
| Aug 14, 2003 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $113,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1919683025 | $328,000 +2.3% / yr |
| 10/12/2025 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10122370 | — |
| 09/16/2025 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10122370 | $355,000 |
| 09/15/2024 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — |
| 09/15/2024 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — |
| 09/13/2024 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | $515,000 |
| 08/10/2024 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | — |
| 08/08/2024 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10045926 | $485,000 |
| 04/04/2017 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $270,000 |
| 04/04/2017 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $270,000 |
| 03/25/2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #591864773 | $270,000 +9.4% / yr |
| 03/01/2017 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | — |
| 02/23/2017 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $249,900 |
| 02/23/2017 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2111903 | $249,900 |
| 11/20/2009 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #280013012 | $140,000 +5.4% / yr |
| 11/20/2009 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 |
| 11/20/2009 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 |
| 10/13/2009 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | — |
| 09/07/2009 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 |
| 09/07/2009 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1684578 | $139,900 |
| 06/14/2004 | Sold AMLS #704263 | $104,000 |
| 06/14/2004 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $104,000 |
| 06/14/2004 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $104,000 |
| 03/30/2004 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #594810785 | $104,000 |
| 02/11/2004 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | — |
| 08/14/2003 | Listed (Active) AMLS #704263 | $113,500 |
| 08/14/2003 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $113,500 |
| 08/14/2003 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #704263 | $113,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1702 James Street
Schools near 1702 James Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lakewood Elementary PublicPK to 5 | ||
Morehead Montessori PublicPK to 5 | ||
Lakewood Montessori Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Charles E Jordan Sr 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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