Last Sold Price
4 beds2,822 sqft$152/sqft
2617 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/28/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Ethel Snuggs • Marie Austin Realty Co.

Property Details for 2617 McDowell Road

Status
MLS #
2128998
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1964
Lot Size
0.85 AC / 37,026 SF
Subdivision
Duke University Homesites
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$770,000

Avg days on market

34

Sale-to-list ratio

94.3%

[Durham, NC]

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Square Feet
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Sold 02/19/26

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Acres
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Square Feet
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Location

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Sold By Keller Williams Realty Cary

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Building Information for 2617 McDowell Road

Stories-Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.85 AC / 37,026 SF

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$3,252 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,181

Property Taxes

$1,071

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2617 McDowell Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on 15/501 take right on 751/Cameron/Academy to right on Pinecrest, left on McDowell.
  • Cross Street: 20x15.5
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.98387
  • Longitude: -78.94278
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None Known
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: B05
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other (SFH incl)
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, DW/Gravel, Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 171 x 218 x 171 x 221
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 21
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1141.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: City Sewer
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Water_Sewer: City Water, City Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, Masonite
  • Exterior Features: Insulated Glass
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle, Roof Age 11+ Years
  • New Construction Type: Brick Front, Masonite, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Split Foyer
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Family Room
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Cooling: Central Air, A/C Age 3-6 Years
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Age 6+ Yrs, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Utility Room WD
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
  • Equipment Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior: Circular Driveway, DW/Gravel, Garage, Brick Front, Masonite, Utility Room WD
  • Equipment: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Utility Room WD, Circular Driveway, DW/Gravel, Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • For Sale YN: No
  • Property Class Name: Residential

Property History for 2617 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 28, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2128998

$429,000
Jun 28, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2128998

$429,000
Jun 15, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600788340

$429,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/28/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2128998

$429,000
06/28/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2128998

$429,000
06/15/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600788340

$429,000

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
$268,000
3
2,434
30,927
$489,000
5
3,800
20,473
$249,000
3
2,104
36,154
$1,151,000
4
2,831
23,958

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