Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,814 sqft
228 Olive Branch Rd, Durham, NC 27703
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.39 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$193/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming, 1960s split-level home—a perfect blend of nostalgia and opportunity! Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom gem invites new owners to create their own cherished memories. Tucked in a serene setting, the home comes with two additional vacant lots, each just under half an acre, ideal for gardening, expansion, or future investment. Inside, the lower level is cleverly designed as a self-contained apartment with a private entry. Complete with a kitchenette, a cozy...Welcome to this charming, 1960s split-level home—a perfect blend of nostalgia and opportunity! Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom gem invites new owners to create their own cherished memories. Tucked in a serene setting, the home comes with two additional vacant lots, each just under half an acre, ideal for gardening, expansion, or future investment. Inside, the lower level is cleverly designed as a self-contained apartment with a private entry. Complete with a kitchenette, a cozy family/dining area, a full bathroom, and a bedroom, this space has a proven track record as a short-term rental, offering great potential for added income or multi-generational living. Outdoors, you'll find a backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool, a cabana with a bar area, and a tranquil goldfish pond surrounded by lush, flowering plants. The screen porch doubles as a cozy sunroom in winter, with an adjacent workshop featuring a roll-up garage door, making it easy to work on projects with views of the garden and nearby lot. The home awaits a few updates, but it's full of character and ready for you to enjoy as-is or personalize to make it your own. Embrace the charm, invest in the land, and experience the possibilities this delightful property offers!
  • Listed by: Seth Roberts 919.632.7384 sethcroberts@yahoo.com Brokerage DRE #C9751 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing closed: 02/03/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10061061

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Property Information for 228 Olive Branch Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,838 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Waterfront: No
  • Showings Expected to Begin: 11-17-2024
  • Subdivision: Shaw Hills Estates
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 1.39 AC / 60,548 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From Durham take Hwy 98 from Sherron Road west, right on Olive Branch, home on right. GPS works
  • Subdivision Name: Shaw Hills Estates
  • Latitude: 35.971658
  • Longitude: -78.785103
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,838.21
  • Has City Limits: No
  • Lot Number: 19-23
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2025-01-04
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Spring Valley Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Neal Middle
  • High School: Durham - Southern School of Energy and Sustainability
Parking
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1814.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Parcel Number: See tax cards in Docs File
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
  • Has Power Production: No
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.74
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 601.0
  • Community Features: None
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Entrance
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Slab, Other
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Stories: 2
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Spa: No
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 11.0
  • Width: 4.0
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Living/Dining
  • Length: 11.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Description: Lower Level
  • Length: 22.0
  • Width: 11.5
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 12.4
  • Width: 10.4
Room 5
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 14.1
  • Width: 13.5
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 10.3
  • Width: 9.69
Room 7
  • Type: Bathroom 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 9.69
  • Width: 9.5
Room 8
  • Type: Bathroom 4
  • Level: Lower
  • Length: 11.8
  • Width: 10.5
Room 9
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 15.0
  • Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Type: Workshop
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 14.0
Room 11
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Screened Porch
  • Length: 18.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 12
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Patio
  • Length: 18.0
  • Width: 16.0
Room 13
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Pool House
  • Length: 16.0
  • Width: 8.0
Room 14
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Deck
  • Length: 24.0
  • Width: 11.0
Room 15
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Unfinished floored Attic
  • Length: 27.0
  • Width: 10.0

Property History for 228 Olive Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 3, 2025

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10061061

$350,000—
Jan 30, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1550374282

$350,000—
Dec 5, 2024

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10061061

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/03/2025

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10061061

$350,000
01/30/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1550374282

$350,000
12/05/2024

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10061061

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Public Records for 228 Olive Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$120,625Additions$259,482Total$380,107
Tax Record2025$2,604 ($217 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,792 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,792 SqFtLot Size40,511 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningRRCountyDURHAMAPN243746

Schools near 228 Olive Branch Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Spring Valley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Neal Middle
Public6 to 8

Durham's Performance Learning
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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