Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,822 sqft$152/sqft
2617 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.85 acresLot Size
1964Year Built
$152/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Live in the Forest - DUKE FOREST ! Beautifully landscaped (gorgeous magnolia trees). This Split Foyer floor plan on a large lot (.85 acre) w/ 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. Built in 1964, this home features hardwood floors on main level, Large, bright eat-in Kitchen w/3 pantries + closet. Spacious Family Room w/gas log fireplace. Abundance of closets and storage. Relax on the Deck overlooking a lovely wooded back yard. Replacement windows. 2-car Garage. Walking trails nearby. Convenient to Duke, UNC, RTP &...Live in the Forest - DUKE FOREST ! Beautifully landscaped (gorgeous magnolia trees). This Split Foyer floor plan on a large lot (.85 acre) w/ 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. Built in 1964, this home features hardwood floors on main level, Large, bright eat-in Kitchen w/3 pantries + closet. Spacious Family Room w/gas log fireplace. Abundance of closets and storage. Relax on the Deck overlooking a lovely wooded back yard. Replacement windows. 2-car Garage. Walking trails nearby. Convenient to Duke, UNC, RTP & I-40.
  • Listed by: Ethel Snuggs 919.286.5611 ensbroker@nc.rr.com Brokerage DRE #C2003 • Marie Austin Realty
Listing closed: 06/28/2017 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2128998

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$505,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Durham, NC

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Location

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Property Information for 2617 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision: Duke University Homesites
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Lot Size: 0.85 AC / 37,026 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on 15/501 take right on 751/Cameron/Academy to right on Pinecrest, left on McDowell.
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.98387
  • Longitude: -78.94278
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Unknown
  • Association: No
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Lot Number: B05
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
  • Tax Rate: 1.3
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2128998
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
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: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage, Gravel
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2822.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 171x218x171x221
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 540.0
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1141.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Masonite
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Brick, Masonite
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Lower
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 5
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Lower
Room 10
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 11
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Level: Main

Property History for 2617 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 28, 2017

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2128998

$429,000
Jun 15, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600788340

$429,000
May 20, 2017

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2128998

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/28/2017

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2128998

$429,000
06/15/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600788340

$429,000
05/20/2017

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2128998

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

Public Records for 2617 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$411,400Additions$885,211Total$1,296,611
Tax Record2025$12,853 ($1,071 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,799 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,799 SqFtStories1Lot Size37,897 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101088Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2617 McDowell 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
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2617 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$429,000
4
2,822
37,026
$820,000
4
2,286
24,829
$489,000
5
3,800
20,473
$268,000
3
2,434
30,927
$1,151,000
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23,958
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2,208
20,038

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