2605 McDowell Road

Closed 5/8/01
Closed 5/8/01
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$268,000
3 beds2,434 sqft$110/sqft
2605 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.71 acresLot Size
1961Year Built
$110/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Hurry to see this terrific contemporary home in duke forest! Decking dimen- sions approximate. Cathedral ceilings, lots of updating, wonderful wooded setting. Multiple decks. Wonderful decor. Tiled foyer. Office could be converted back into 4th bedroom. Large family room and office.Hurry to see this terrific contemporary home in duke forest! Decking dimen- sions approximate. Cathedral ceilings, lots of updating, wonderful wooded setting. Multiple decks. Wonderful decor. Tiled foyer. Office could be converted back into 4th bedroom. Large family room and office.
  • Listed by: Amy Pomerantz 919.401.7600 Brokerage DRE #C1232 • Coldwell Banker HPW
Listing closed: 05/08/2001 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 586067

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$450,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

99.0%

Durham, NC

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Property Information for 2605 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Durham County
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Lot Size: 0.71 AC / 30,927 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: RES
  • Directions: FROM S.S 15-501 BYPASS EXIT. CORNWALLIS RD. R. AT END OF EXI T. L. ON MCDOWELL OR ACADEMY L. PINECREST TO MCDOWELL
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.984653
  • Longitude: -78.942886
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Tax Rate: 1.62
Contract Information
  • Legacy Commission Data: buyer agent: 3%, sub agent: 3%
  • Original Listing ID: 586067
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle
  • High School: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2434.0
  • Lot Features: Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 226 X 29+35+72X 135 X 182
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 115.0
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.98
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 949.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Windows Treatment: Skylight(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination
  • Spa Features: Private
  • Spa: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 10.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 5
  • Type: Office
  • Level: Lower
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Lower
Room 10
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 11
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Lower
  • Description: STORAG
Room 12
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Lower
  • Description: DECK

Property History for 2605 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2001

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

$268,000—
Mar 24, 2001

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

—
Mar 8, 2001

Listed (Active)

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

$274,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2001

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

$268,000
03/24/2001

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

—
03/08/2001

Listed (Active)

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #586067

$274,000

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

Public Records for 2605 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$371,800Additions$520,109Total$891,909
Tax Record2025$8,841 ($737 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,056 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101084Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2605 McDowell Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Morehead Montessori
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Morehead Montessori
PublicPK to 5

Lakewood Elementary
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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This home: 2605 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$268,000
3
2,434
30,927
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4
2,286
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2,831
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2617 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
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4
2,822
37,026
2604 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
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4
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38,768
2612 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$645,000
4
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