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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,693 sqft$214/sqft
2745 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.73 acresLot Size
1965Year Built
$214/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

California patio-home meets classic 1960s split-level in this one-of-a-kind mid-century modern Duke Forest home. Built to engage the occupant with its natural surroundings, ceiling-to-floor glass along the entire back living room wall requires one to just sit down and take it all in, including the Malm fireplace. Clerestory windows provide diffuse light throughout the day. An enclosed patio surrounded by the living room and kitchen offers complete privacy in the outdoor spaces. NEW HVAC system 2018.California patio-home meets classic 1960s split-level in this one-of-a-kind mid-century modern Duke Forest home. Built to engage the occupant with its natural surroundings, ceiling-to-floor glass along the entire back living room wall requires one to just sit down and take it all in, including the Malm fireplace. Clerestory windows provide diffuse light throughout the day. An enclosed patio surrounded by the living room and kitchen offers complete privacy in the outdoor spaces. NEW HVAC system 2018.
  • Listed by: Tammi Brooks • Inhabit Real Estate
  • Listed by: Rebecca S Ives • Inhabit Real Estate
Listing closed: 03/29/2019 12:00 AM • Source: TRIANGLEMLS, MLS#: 2240867

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$601,000

Avg days on market

41

Sale-to-list ratio

95.0%

Durham, NC

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Location

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Property Information for 2745 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,313 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • View: No
  • Subdivision: Duke University Homesites
  • HOA Fees: $.00
  • Association Fee2: $.00
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Lot Size: 0.73 AC / 31,798 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From 15-501, take Cornwallis towards Academy. Turn left onto McDowell. Home is third on the right.
  • Cross Street: 29.2x15.5
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.978878
  • Longitude: -78.943377
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None Known
  • Tax Lot: 25
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,313.00
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other (SFH incl)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 2 Carport, DW/Asphalt, On Street
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Hardwood Trees
  • Architectural Style: Modernist
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: City Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Water_Sewer: City Water, City Sewer, Cable Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Ext
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Fenced Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Rubber
  • New Construction Type: Wood Ext, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Split Level
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Windows Treatment: Skylight(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, A/C Age 0-3 Years
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Age 0-3 Yrs, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Utility Room WD
  • Interior Features: Office, Rec Room, Utility Room, 10Ft+ Ceiling, Bookcases, Smooth Ceilings, Kitchen Island
  • Equipment Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior: Cable Available, 2 Carport, DW/Asphalt, On Street, Wood Ext, Utility Room WD
  • Equipment: Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Utility Room WD, 2 Carport, DW/Asphalt, On Street
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • For Sale YN: No
  • Property Class Name: Residential

Property History for 2745 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 29, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2240867

$577,000
Mar 29, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2240867

$577,000
Mar 26, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641803946

$577,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/29/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2240867

$577,000
03/29/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2240867

$577,000
03/26/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641803946

$577,000

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Public Records for 2745 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$380,600Additions$652,107Total$1,032,707
Tax Record2025$10,237 ($853 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,297 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,297 SqFtStories1Lot Size31,799 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101178Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2745 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: 2745 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$577,000
4
2,693
31,798
$775,000
4
2,651
21,344
$319,900
4
2,280
32,670
$599,000
3
2
1,665
21,344
10,890
$575,000
3
2,002
24,393

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