2828 McDowell Rd
Durham, NC 27705

$750,000

Price

Beds

Baths

2,635 Sq. Ft.

$285 / Sq. Ft.

2,635

Sq. Ft.

$285

per Sq. Ft.

Description

NEW renovations just completed making this Duke Forest home better than ever! Nestled on a quiet, wooded lot in one of Durham's most coveted neighborhoods, this refreshed home offers rare privacy just minutes from Duke University, dining, and downtown Durham. Recent upgrades include a newly renovated kitchen with fresh cabinetry, backsplash, and countertops along with a completely updated secondary bathroom. Fresh interior paint, new carpet, a new roof (2024), and a whole-house generator add peace...NEW renovations just completed making this Duke Forest home better than ever! Nestled on a quiet, wooded lot in one of Durham's most coveted neighborhoods, this refreshed home offers rare privacy just minutes from Duke University, dining, and downtown Durham. Recent upgrades include a newly renovated kitchen with fresh cabinetry, backsplash, and countertops along with a completely updated secondary bathroom. Fresh interior paint, new carpet, a new roof (2024), and a whole-house generator add peace of mind and true move-in-ready appeal. The home features an expansive walk-out basement, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a versatile bonus space currently designed as a custom walk-in closet for the primary suite - easily converted back to a bedroom or office if needed. Located just 3 miles from Duke University West Campus and Medical Center, this Duke Forest opportunity combines modern updates, a serene setting, and an unbeatable location!

Listed by Vanessa Lynn Miller • Real Broker, LLC
Listed by Tanner Miller • Real Broker, LLC

Property Details for 2828 McDowell Road

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Subdivision

Duke University Homesites

LISTING UPDATED: 01/05/2026 10:53 AM

Property Details for 2828 McDowell Road

Status	Active
MLS #	10139293
Days on Market	1
Taxes	$5,458 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built	1971
Lot Size	0.63 AC / 27,442 SF
County	Durham County

Location

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Building Information for 2828 McDowell Road

Stories-Year Built1971Building Size-Lot Size0.63 AC / 27,442 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,110 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,655

Property Taxes

$455

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 2828 McDowell Road

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Heading East on University Dr, turn right onto Academy Rd, left on Pickett, right onto McDowell. House is on your left.
Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites

Latitude: 35.976024
Longitude: -78.944733

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $5,458.00

City Limits Of: Durham
City Limits YN: Yes
Lot Number: 2
Restrictive Covenants YN: No

Contract Information

Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Property Leased YN: No

Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens

High School: Durham - Jordan

Parking

Parking Features: Garage
Attached Garage: Yes

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 2635.0
Lot Features: Wooded

Architectural Style: Transitional
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Parcel Number: 179660
Structure Type: House
Enhanced Accessible: No
Primary Residence YN: No

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Photos Count: 44

Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Senior Community: No

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath, Standby Generator
Construction Materials: Brick, Masonite

Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Back Yard
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle
New Construction Type: Brick, Masonite, House

Interior Features

Levels: Multi/Split
Basement Description: Finished, Walk-Out Access

Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling?: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Heating?: Yes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior: Garage, Brick, Masonite, Laundry Room
Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Laundry Room, Garage

Room Information

Rooms Total: 8.0

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 14.33 x 14
Room Width: 14.0

Room Length: 14.33
Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 12.42 x 13
Room Width: 13.0

Room Length: 12.42
Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Bedroom 2

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 12.42 x 15
Room Width: 15.0

Room Length: 12.42
Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Bedroom 3

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 11 x 12.25
Room Width: 12.25

Room Length: 11.0
Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Bonus Room

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 11.42 x 11.25
Room Width: 11.25

Room Length: 11.42
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 14 x 19.25
Room Width: 19.25

Room Length: 14.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Family Room

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 24.33 x 18
Room Width: 18.0

Room Length: 24.33
Room Level: Lower
Room Type: Den

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 6 x 8
Room Width: 8.0

Room Length: 6.0
Room Level: Lower
Room Type: Laundry

Agent

Sale and Listing

Property Type: Residential
Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 2828 McDowell Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jan 5, 2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10139293	$750,000	—
Dec 5, 2025	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #10126995		—
Nov 13, 2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10126995	$740,000	—
Oct 10, 2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10126995	$750,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
01/05/2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10139293	$750,000
12/05/2025	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #10126995	—
11/13/2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10126995	$740,000
10/10/2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10126995	$750,000

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

Public Records for 2828 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$281,175Additions$269,441Total$550,616

Tax Record2025$5,458 ($455 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,530 SqFtStories1Lot Size27,443 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1971ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN179660Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2828 McDowell Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Morehead Montessori	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.9 mi
3/10	Lakewood Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.7 mi
10/10	Lakewood Montessori Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.1 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	3.8 mi
4/10	Ignite Online Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	3.0 mi
6/10	School for Creative Studies	Public - Nearby school	6 to 12	9.5 mi
NR	Durham Academy Middle School Div	Private - Nearby school	5 to 8	0.6 mi
NR	International Montessori School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.4 mi
NR	Lerner Jewish Community Day School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Morehead Montessori PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.9 mi
3/10	Lakewood Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.7 mi
10/10	Lakewood Montessori Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.1 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	3.8 mi
4/10	Ignite Online Academy PublicK to 12 Nearby school	3.0 mi
6/10	School for Creative Studies Public6 to 12 Nearby school	9.5 mi
NR	Durham Academy Middle School Div Private5 to 8 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	International Montessori School PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	0.4 mi
NR	Lerner Jewish Community Day School PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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More information about 2828 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705

2828 McDowell Road is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27705. This property was listed for sale on January 5, 2026 by Real Broker, LLC, it's currently listed at $750,000. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include Morehead Montessori, Lakewood Elementary and Lakewood Montessori Middle School. 2828 McDowell Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,635 sqft single family home built in 1971.

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