2809 McDowell Road

Closed 4/14/20
Closed 4/14/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$525,000
3 beds1,932 sqft$272/sqft
2809 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.54 acresLot Size
1978Year Built
$272/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

In 1978, when this sweet candle-apple-red home was built, Newton-John & Travolta were singing You're the One That I Want, & well, you get it: This is the one that you want--2nd floor master retreat, ceiling-to-floor windows on the back of the house overlooking a private tended garden, stacked stone fireplace, renovated kitchen & baths, crazy-good patio w/HOT TUB, 2-car GAR ... all in Duke Forest. There's nothing left, there's nothing left for you to do! It's the one that you want, ooh ooh ooh honey!In 1978, when this sweet candle-apple-red home was built, Newton-John & Travolta were singing You're the One That I Want, & well, you get it: This is the one that you want--2nd floor master retreat, ceiling-to-floor windows on the back of the house overlooking a private tended garden, stacked stone fireplace, renovated kitchen & baths, crazy-good patio w/HOT TUB, 2-car GAR ... all in Duke Forest. There's nothing left, there's nothing left for you to do! It's the one that you want, ooh ooh ooh honey!
  • Listed by: Tammi Brooks 919.808.4549 Staff@inhabitthetriangle.com Brokerage DRE #C27585 • Inhabit Real Estate
  • Listed by: Rebecca S Ives 919.808.4549 Staff@inhabitthetriangle.com Brokerage DRE #C27585 • Inhabit Real Estate
Listing closed: 04/14/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2305712
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Property Information for 2809 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,816 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Durham County
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 0.54 AC / 23,522 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: from the intersection of 751 and Cornwallis, head north on Cornwallis. Turn L on McDowell, home on L.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.97734
  • Longitude: -78.943583
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,816.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Lot Number: 2
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2305712
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
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: Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, On Street
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1932.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 115x217x120x193
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1563.0
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.09
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • Security Features: Security System
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Cedar
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Gas Pack
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Sauna, Tile Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Living/Dining Room Combination, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Smooth Ceilings
  • Spa Features: Private
  • Spa: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Second
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Loft
Room 10
  • Type: Great Room
Room 11
  • Type: Loft
Room 12
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Level: Main

Property History for 2809 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2020

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2305712

$525,000—
Apr 3, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #667380660

$525,000

+4.1% / yr

Mar 9, 2020

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2305712

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2020

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2305712

$525,000
04/03/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #667380660

$525,000

+4.1% / yr

03/09/2020

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2305712

—

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Public Records for 2809 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$265,650Additions$300,878Total$566,528
Tax Record2025$5,616 ($468 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,611 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,611 SqFtStories1Lot Size23,522 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN179653Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2809 McDowell Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Morehead Montessori
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Charles E Jordan Sr High School
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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