1804 Sunset Ave

Durham, NC 27705

$1,025,000
Price
3
Beds
2,970 Sq. Ft.
$345 / Sq. Ft.
2,970
Sq. Ft.
$345
per Sq. Ft.
a view of house with a tree in front
a view of a back yard
a bathroom with a shower
a room with furniture and a piano
a view of entryway with wooden floor and stairs
a view of living room and wooden floor
a picture of a mirror and cabinets
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a window
a living room with furniture and a wooden floor
a living room with furniture a mirror and a fireplace
a kitchen with lots of counter top space a sink and stainless steel appliances
a kitchen with a sink a stove and a refrigerator
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a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop sink stove and refrigerator
a kitchen with a stove and a white cabinets
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a living room with furniture and a window
a hallway with wooden floor and stairs
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
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a workspace with furniture and a potted plant
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a bathroom with a toilet and a shower
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a bedroom with a bed and glass window
a bed room with a bed and furniture
a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
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a bedroom with a bed and window
a spacious bathroom with a granite countertop sink mirror and a bathtub
a bathroom with a tub a sink and a window
a en suite bathroom with a sink
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a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a large mirror and a bathtub
a room with furniture and musical instruments
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Description

We welcome you to 1804 Sunset Ave, nestled in the historic Watts Hillandale neighborhood - one of Durham's most desirable areas! This 2005 build was the first Green Build Initiative certified home in NC. Recognized in NC Modernist, the home was the brainchild of Randy Lanou of Buildsense, was featured on HGTV and won the AIA Triangle Merit Award. Stunning bamboo floors traverse both the main and upper levels while a polished concrete finishes off the lower level. Open concept living, towering ceilings,...We welcome you to 1804 Sunset Ave, nestled in the historic Watts Hillandale neighborhood - one of Durham's most desirable areas! This 2005 build was the first Green Build Initiative certified home in NC. Recognized in NC Modernist, the home was the brainchild of Randy Lanou of Buildsense, was featured on HGTV and won the AIA Triangle Merit Award. Stunning bamboo floors traverse both the main and upper levels while a polished concrete finishes off the lower level. Open concept living, towering ceilings, lots of glass affording loads of natural light - this home is built to please. As you enter from the front door you are greeted by a spectacular floating staircase leading to a second level primary suite and loft - gorgeous! The main level consists of beautifully designed living/dining and kitchen spaces, flowing seamlessly from one to the other. Perfect for entertaining! And side screen porch adjoins allowing for outdoor fun on warm summer nights. The private fenced backyard offers a cozy patio space surrounded by lush greenery and well thought out, easy to maintain landscaping. Minutes away from Duke and Ninth Street. Parks and trails abound!

Property Details for 1804 Sunset Avenue

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Yes
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 11/10/2025 02:51 AM

Property Details for 1804 Sunset Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #10129736
Days on Market43
Taxes$8,112 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
CountyDurham County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Urban Durham Realty
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Building Information for 1804 Sunset Avenue

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,741 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,065

Property Taxes

$676

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1804 Sunset Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Traveling west on Club Blvd, turn right on to Maryland Ave. Go through circle and continue on to right on Sunset. Home will be on your left.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.024793
  • Longitude: -78.923182
  • Neighborhood: Watts Hospital Hillandale
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,112.46
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 15
  • 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 - E K Powe
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • High School: Durham - Riverside
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2970.0
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Modern
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 100954
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 49
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1090.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Security Service
  • New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, Metal Siding, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Concrete
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dressing Room, Dry Bar, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Sound System, Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wired for Sound
  • Equipment Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior: Driveway, On Street, Fiber Cement, Metal Siding, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Fire Alarm, Security Service
  • Equipment: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Driveway, On Street
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Loft
Room 6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1804 Sunset Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10129736

$1,025,000—
May 21, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
May 21, 2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
May 20, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000—
May 20, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000—
May 15, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644830728

$725,000

+16.1% / yr

Apr 10, 2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
Apr 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000—
Apr 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000—
Nov 23, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #560226176

$432,000

+24.2% / yr

Nov 23, 2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000—
Nov 23, 2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
Nov 23, 2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000—
Nov 22, 2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000—
Nov 22, 2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
Sep 28, 2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
Sep 24, 2015

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$425,000—
Sep 24, 2015

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$425,000—
Apr 14, 2004

Sold

AMLS #718319

$35,000—
Apr 14, 2004

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

$35,000—
Apr 13, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594785499

$35,000—
Mar 31, 2004

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

—
Nov 21, 2003

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

$59,000—
Nov 21, 2003

Listed (Active)

AMLS #718319

$59,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10129736

$1,025,000
05/21/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
05/21/2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
05/20/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000
05/20/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000
05/15/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644830728

$725,000

+16.1% / yr

04/10/2019

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

—
04/04/2019

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000
04/04/2019

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2246470

$725,000
11/23/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #560226176

$432,000

+24.2% / yr

11/23/2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000
11/23/2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
11/23/2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000
11/22/2015

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$430,000
11/22/2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
09/28/2015

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

—
09/24/2015

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$425,000
09/24/2015

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2031381

$425,000
04/14/2004

Sold

AMLS #718319

$35,000
04/14/2004

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

$35,000
04/13/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594785499

$35,000
03/31/2004

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

—
11/21/2003

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #718319

$59,000
11/21/2003

Listed (Active)

AMLS #718319

$59,000

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

Public Records for 1804 Sunset Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$272,250Additions$546,116Total$818,366
Tax Record2024$8,112 ($676 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,108 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,108 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,148 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN100954Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1804 Sunset Avenue

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

W G Pearson 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 1804 Sunset Avenue, Durham, NC 27705

1804 Sunset Avenue is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27705. This property was listed for sale on October 24, 2025 by Urban Durham Realty, it's currently listed at $1,025,000. It has been on the market for a total of 43 days and was last sold on May 21, 2019. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include E K Powe Elementary, W G Pearson Elementary and Brogden Middle. 1804 Sunset Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,970 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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