2243 Cranford Road
Closed 10/15/25
Closed 10/15/25
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.5 acresLot Size
1941Year Built
$336/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces
Description
Nestled in a highly desirable Duke Forest neighborhood, this rare single-story residence combines timeless charm with modern updates. A full 2014 renovation added nearly 1,000 square feet, creating an inviting home filled with thoughtful design and exceptional quality. This property has been meticulously maintained. Welcoming front steps and a distinctive curved wrought iron handrail lead to a spacious porch entry. Inside, refinished hardwood floors connect three generous bedrooms, a warm study,...Nestled in a highly desirable Duke Forest neighborhood, this rare single-story residence combines timeless charm with modern updates. A full 2014 renovation added nearly 1,000 square feet, creating an inviting home filled with thoughtful design and exceptional quality. This property has been meticulously maintained. Welcoming front steps and a distinctive curved wrought iron handrail lead to a spacious porch entry. Inside, refinished hardwood floors connect three generous bedrooms, a warm study, a large laundry room, and multiple flexible living spaces. The gourmet kitchen showcases high-end appliances, a functional island, and a bay window overlooking a hand-built stone wall. One bedroom even offers a private exterior entrance—ideal for guests or a home office. The attached 1.5-car garage with epoxy flooring provides extra space for a workshop or storage. Energy-efficient upgrades include top-grade insulation, a sealed crawlspace, thermal windows, a tankless gas water heater, and a high-efficiency HVAC system, all helping to keep utility costs low. Both the interior and exterior were recently painted. The expansive living room, anchored by a gas fireplace, features floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the beautifully landscaped backyard. Outdoor living is a true highlight with a large patio and automatic awning, complemented by a cozy sunroom and a screened porch with custom blinds. The fully fenced backyard is a serene retreat with slate stepping stones, a wooden bridge, natural rock pathways, and a variety of redwood, cypress, and maple trees. Seasonal perennials provide vibrant color from spring through fall. This property balances privacy with community—tucked away yet part of an active neighborhood. Located just one mile from Duke's West Campus and within walking distance of the Vita exercise course and the scenic Washington Duke 3-mile loop, this home offers both convenience and tranquility.
- Listed by: Kristin-Tiki Marie Gwynne • Just Be Home Realty
Listing closed: 10/15/2025 12:00 AM • Source: TRIANGLEMLS, MLS#: 10118221
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Sale-to-list ratio
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Location
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1Property Information for 2243 Cranford Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $8,706 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Durham County
- View: Garden, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- View: Yes
- Waterfront: No
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1941
- Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zoning: R-10
- Directions: Between Anderson Rd and Academy (751)
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.990701
- Longitude: -78.93591
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $8,706.13
- City Limits Of: Durham
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: 23
- Restrictive Covenants YN: No
- School District Link: https://www.dpsnc.net/
- Tax Lot: 23
Contract Information
- Comp Sale YN: No
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2025-10-06
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
- Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
- High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Enclosed, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad, Paved, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Carport: No
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1.0
- Garage Spaces: 1.0
- Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Total: 3112.0
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Private, Rectangular Lot, Secluded, Views, Wooded
- Lot Size Dimensions: 99 x 226 x 99 x 218
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage, Ranch, Transitional
- Other Area Above Grade: 375
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 375
- Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel Number: 108185
- Structure Type: House
- Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Power Production YN: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
- Sold PriceList Price: 0.95
Property and Assessments
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 48
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
- Below Grade Finished Area: 517.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Community Features: Curbs, Park
- Senior Community: No
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
- Water Source: Public
- Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Green Features
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Exposure/Shade, HVAC, Insulation, Water Heater, Windows
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Accessibility Features: Level Flooring
- Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Covered Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Gate, Perimeter, Wrought Iron
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Screened
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- New Construction Type: HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding, House
Interior Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Basement Description: Block, Concrete, Daylight, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Workshop
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace Screen, Gas, Gas Log, Glass Doors, Library, Living Room, Masonry
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Marble, Stone
- Door Features: French Doors
- Windows Treatment: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Garden Window(s), Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Window Treatments
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan, Other
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Exhaust Fan, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Spa: No
- Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned
- Interior: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities, Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Enclosed, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad, Paved, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage, HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup, Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Enclosed, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad, Paved, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Additional Equipment: Dehumidifier
Room Information
Room Information
- Rooms Total: 20.0
Room 1
- Room Dimensions: 13.5 x 16
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Length: 13.5
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
- Room Dimensions: 8.2 x 12
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Length: 8.2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 3
- Room Description: Walk in closet
- Room Dimensions: 5.4 x 12
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Length: 5.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 4
- Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 13
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Length: 11.5
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
- Room Dimensions: 11.3 x 11.3
- Room Width: 11.3
- Room Length: 11.3
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
- Room Dimensions: 8.8 x 9.4
- Room Width: 9.4
- Room Length: 8.8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 7
- Room Dimensions: 5.6 x 7.4
- Room Width: 7.4
- Room Length: 5.6
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room 8
- Room Description: Study
- Room Dimensions: 11.8 x 18.6
- Room Width: 18.6
- Room Length: 11.8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 9
- Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 16
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Length: 12.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 10
- Room Dimensions: 9.4 x 15.8
- Room Width: 15.8
- Room Length: 9.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
- Room Dimensions: 6 x 12.5
- Room Width: 12.5
- Room Length: 6.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 12
- Room Dimensions: 15.4 x 25
- Room Width: 25.0
- Room Length: 15.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 13
- Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 15.4
- Room Width: 15.4
- Room Length: 12.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 14
- Room Dimensions: 9 x 14.7
- Room Width: 14.7
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Sunroom
Room 15
- Room Description: Screened porch
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 16
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 16
- Room Description: Garage
- Room Dimensions: 13.6 x 28.7
- Room Width: 28.7
- Room Length: 13.6
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 17
- Room Description: Patio
- Room Dimensions: 9 x 22
- Room Width: 22.0
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 18
- Room Dimensions: 17 x 18.4
- Room Width: 18.4
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 19
- Room Dimensions: 8.1 x 9
- Room Width: 9.0
- Room Length: 8.1
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Workshop
Room 20
- Room Description: Front covered porch
- Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 2243 Cranford Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | $1,045,000 | — |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1916205986 | $1,045,000 | +9.1% / yr |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | — | |
| Aug 27, 2025 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Mar 11, 2013 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 | — |
| Mar 11, 2013 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 | — |
| Mar 1, 2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #348827228 | $347,500 | — |
| Jan 29, 2013 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | — | |
| Jan 27, 2013 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 | — |
| Jan 27, 2013 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | $1,045,000 |
| 10/14/2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1916205986 | $1,045,000 +9.1% / yr |
| 09/15/2025 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | — |
| 08/27/2025 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10118221 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/11/2013 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 |
| 03/11/2013 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 |
| 03/01/2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #348827228 | $347,500 |
| 01/29/2013 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | — |
| 01/27/2013 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 |
| 01/27/2013 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1871148 | $347,500 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2243 Cranford Road
Taxable ValueLand$427,500Additions$375,711Total$803,211
Tax Record2025$7,962 ($664 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,218 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,218 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN108185Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 2243 Cranford Road
This home is within Durham Public School District.
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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 2243 Cranford Road, Durham, NC 27705 | $1,045,000 | 3 | 3 | 3,112 | 21,780 |
$950,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,330 | 23,522 | |
$350,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,610 | 40,075 | |
$900,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,933 | 27,312 | |
$275,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,904 | 21,344 | |
$405,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,639 | 23,087 | |
$360,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,300 | 27,094 | |
– | 3 | 3 | 3,746 | 22,216 | |
– | – | – | – | 1,742 | |
$1,400,000 | 5 | 5 | 3,523 | 36,154 | |
$35,000 | – | – | – | 51,836 | |
$850,000 | 4 | 4 | 4,170 | 328,442 | |
$545,875 | 3 | 2 | 2,240 | 19,602 | |
$760,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,276 | 42,253 | |
$940,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,234 | 42,688 | |
– | 3 | 2 | 1,834 | 26,572 |
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