Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,800 sqft$129/sqft
2620 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.47 acresLot Size
1963Year Built
$129/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Park-like setting in Duke Forest - walk/bike to Duke. Large rooms/flexible use of space will suit many different/special needs. Office suite (2 rms) has exterior door - LL space w/kitchenette makes a great in-law ste/teen quarters or can be used when entertaining. Bonus or Exercise Rm has blt-in stg. cabinets. Formal DR has triple glass doors & access to large side Deck. Updates/renovations. Gorgeous grounds professionally landscaped w/brick patios, stone or brick walkways, stone terracing & gazebo.Park-like setting in Duke Forest - walk/bike to Duke. Large rooms/flexible use of space will suit many different/special needs. Office suite (2 rms) has exterior door - LL space w/kitchenette makes a great in-law ste/teen quarters or can be used when entertaining. Bonus or Exercise Rm has blt-in stg. cabinets. Formal DR has triple glass doors & access to large side Deck. Updates/renovations. Gorgeous grounds professionally landscaped w/brick patios, stone or brick walkways, stone terracing & gazebo.
  • Listed by: Fay Hislop 919.383.4663 fhislop@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C9751 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing closed: 05/29/2015 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 1990313

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$810,100

Avg days on market

33

Sale-to-list ratio

95.9%

Durham, NC

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Property Information for 2620 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Lot Size: 0.47 AC / 20,473 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 751/Academy Rd. & turn west on Pinecrest Rd., left on McDowell. House is located between Pinecrest & Woodburn.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.983711
  • Longitude: -78.943672
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Lot Number: D05
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
  • Tax Rate: 1.34
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 1990313
  • 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: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3800.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 105x200
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 3800.0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Community Features: Fitness Center
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Brick Veneer
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Parquet, Tile
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Apartment/Suite, Shower Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 15.0
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: Kitchen
  • Description: 2nd Kitchen
Room 8
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 10
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
Room 11
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Lower
Room 12
  • Type: Bedroom 5
  • Level: Lower
Room 13
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 14
  • Type: Bonus Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 15
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Lower
  • Description: 2nd Office

Property History for 2620 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2015

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1990313

$489,000
May 28, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549152440

$489,000

+1.5% / yr

Apr 6, 2015

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1990313

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2015

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1990313

$489,000
05/28/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549152440

$489,000

+1.5% / yr

04/06/2015

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1990313

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

Public Records for 2620 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$323,400Additions$554,501Total$877,901
Tax Record2025$8,703 ($725 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,658 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,658 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,473 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101109Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2620 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: 2620 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$489,000
5
3,800
20,473
3
2,208
20,038
$268,000
5
2,640
21,780
$645,000
4
2,485
20,298
$429,000
4
2,822
37,026
$540,000
4
4,520
20,821

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