Last Sold Price
4 beds2,123 sqft$227/sqft
2722 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Description

Rare chance to own a one owner mid-century jewel in Duke Forest in vintage condition. Designed by Kenneth Scott for Jack and Joan Preiss and completed in 1961, this split level features vaulted ceilings, balcony over living room with three sided fireplace, and hardwood floors. Four bedrooms, three full baths, two patios, and floor to ceiling windows with private views of woods. Large brick paved patio adjoining living area perfect for entertaining. 1/2 acre wooded lot 5 minutes from Duke’s West Campus.Rare chance to own a one owner mid-century jewel in Duke Forest in vintage condition. Designed by Kenneth Scott for Jack and Joan Preiss and completed in 1961, this split level features vaulted ceilings, balcony over living room with three sided fireplace, and hardwood floors. Four bedrooms, three full baths, two patios, and floor to ceiling windows with private views of woods. Large brick paved patio adjoining living area perfect for entertaining. 1/2 acre wooded lot 5 minutes from Duke’s West Campus.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/09/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Leslie Page • West Durham Realty
  2. Listed by Shani Bullock • West Durham Realty

Property Details for 2722 McDowell Road

Status
MLS #
2266896
Taxes
$4,309 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1961
Lot Size
0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
View
Yes
Subdivision
Duke University Homesites
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00

Location

Listing Courtesy of West Durham Realty

Sold By Marie Austin Realty Co.

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Building Information for 2722 McDowell Road

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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$2,804 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,445

Property Taxes

$359

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2722 McDowell Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Academy, turn west on Cornwallis. Take first right onto McDowell. House is on the left. From 15-501, take the Cornwallis exit and go east. Turn left on McDowell just before you reach the light at Academy.
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.980704
  • Longitude: -78.944272
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Unknown
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,309.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Lot Number: C08
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2266896
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Parking Pad
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2123.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 108 x 195 x 197 x 117
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 360
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 360
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.05
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Interior Entry, Workshop
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Skylight(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Interior: Driveway, Gravel, Parking Pad, Wood Siding, Main Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Main Level, Driveway, Gravel, Parking Pad
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 10.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 11
  • Room Description: 2nd Patio
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 12
  • Room Description: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Other
Room 13
  • Room Type: Den
Room 14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 2722 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 9, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #650577540

$481,000
Aug 9, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2266896

$481,000
Aug 9, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2266896

$481,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/09/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #650577540

$481,000
08/09/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2266896

$481,000
08/09/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2266896

$481,000

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

Public Records for 2722 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$330,000Additions$472,329Total$802,329
Tax Record2025$7,953 ($663 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,679 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,679 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101165Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2722 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: 2722 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$481,000
4
2,123
21,780
$730,000
3
2,427
23,958
$515,000
5
3,012
22,651
$435,000
5
3,821
33,541
$450,000
3
3,288
22,738
3
2
2,406
22,651

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