Last Sold Price
3 beds2,002 sqft$287/sqft
2753 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Description

Natural light moves throughout this lovingly restored 3/2.5 Duke Forest Mid Century on large wooded lot. Spacious and graciously appointed rooms overlooking beautiful patio. New roof, paint (inside and out) kitchen/b'fast floor. Original marble entry, hall bath floor, multiple light fixtures (restored), and moldings. Updated windows and doors. Refinished original hardwood floors. New kitchen and front doors. New paver patio. Extra lot available to purchase together.Natural light moves throughout this lovingly restored 3/2.5 Duke Forest Mid Century on large wooded lot. Spacious and graciously appointed rooms overlooking beautiful patio. New roof, paint (inside and out) kitchen/b'fast floor. Original marble entry, hall bath floor, multiple light fixtures (restored), and moldings. Updated windows and doors. Refinished original hardwood floors. New kitchen and front doors. New paver patio. Extra lot available to purchase together.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/18/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Peyton S Irby • Irby Stinson Realty

Property Details for 2753 McDowell Road

Status
MLS #
2455592
Taxes
$4,933 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
View
No
Subdivision
Duke University Homesites
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$575,000

Avg days on market

37

Sale-to-list ratio

97.0%

Durham, NC

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Location

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Building Information for 2753 McDowell Road

Stories1Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF

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$3,334 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,923

Property Taxes

$411

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 2753 McDowell Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Duke University Dr west to left on Academy Dr. Right on Pinecrest. Left on McDowell. House will be on the left.
  • Cross Street: 21x16
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.978329
  • Longitude: -78.943483
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Lot: -
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,933.00
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other (SFH incl)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 91 x 200 x 181 x 200
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 31
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • 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 Veneer
  • Exterior Features: CornerLot, Porch, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Roof Age 0-5 Years, Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick Veneer, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Flooring: Ceramic, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: 1st Floor, Utility Room WD
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Smooth Ceilings
  • Equipment Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Interior: Circular Driveway, Brick Veneer, 1st Floor, Utility Room WD
  • Equipment: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, 1st Floor, Utility Room WD, Circular Driveway
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • For Sale YN: No
  • Property Class Name: Residential

Property History for 2753 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 18, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

$575,000
Aug 18, 2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

Aug 18, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

$575,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/18/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

$575,000
08/18/2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

08/18/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2455592

$575,000

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

Public Records for 2753 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$341,000Additions$423,509Total$764,509
Tax Record2025$7,579 ($632 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,013 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,013 SqFtStories1Lot Size23,958 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101180

Schools near 2753 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: 2753 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$575,000
3
2,002
24,393
$775,000
4
2,651
21,344
$220,000
23,958
10,890
$577,000
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31,798
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