Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds4,904 sqft$243/sqft
2832 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.63 acresLot Size
1970Year Built
$243/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Desirable Duke Forest. Walking Access to Duke Forest Trails. Architectural Design by Jessica Braverman. Amazing Renovation Updated to Maximize the Flow & Usage. Raised the Ceiling Heights. Vaulted Great Room Ceilings. Features Transom Windows, Sky lights, Lower Level Windows Added to Capture the Most Natural Light. Hardwoods, Bosch SS Appliances, Covered Porch w composite Decking, In Law-Suite w Full Kitchen & Separate Entrance. Laundry Room Main Floor & Lower Level. Ample Storage. 2 Miles to Duke.Desirable Duke Forest. Walking Access to Duke Forest Trails. Architectural Design by Jessica Braverman. Amazing Renovation Updated to Maximize the Flow & Usage. Raised the Ceiling Heights. Vaulted Great Room Ceilings. Features Transom Windows, Sky lights, Lower Level Windows Added to Capture the Most Natural Light. Hardwoods, Bosch SS Appliances, Covered Porch w composite Decking, In Law-Suite w Full Kitchen & Separate Entrance. Laundry Room Main Floor & Lower Level. Ample Storage. 2 Miles to Duke.
  • Listed by: Kathryn White 919.619.6722 kfinneyw@yahoo.com Brokerage DRE #C9751 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
  • Listed by: Anna Peel Jones 919.280.6200 anna.jones@bhhsysu.com Brokerage DRE #C9751 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing closed: 06/01/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2503647

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,243,000

Avg days on market

53

Sale-to-list ratio

84.4%

Durham, NC

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Location

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Sold By Coldwell Banker HPW

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Property Information for 2832 McDowell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,888 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision: Duke University Homesites
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Lot Size: 0.63 AC / 27,442 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Academy/751 Exit from 15/501. Turn Left & Cross over 15/501. Left on Pickett. Right on McDowell. House on the Left.
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.975701
  • Longitude: -78.944639
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,888.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37063
  • Lot Number: 1
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
  • Tax Rate: 1.24
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2503647
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: Less Than 1 Year
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View Elementary
  • Elementary School 2: Durham - Pearsontown Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle
  • Middle School 2: Durham - Rogers Herr Middle
  • High School: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
  • High School 2: Durham - The School for Creative Studies
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Rear, On Street
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4904.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Wooded, Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 235x126x21x190x110
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Has Primary Residence: No
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2452.0
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Brick
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Heated
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Gas Pack
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Kitchen, Main Level, Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Apartment/Suite, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Bathtub Only, Quartz Counters
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 14.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Office
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
Room 10
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Basement
Room 11
  • Type: Bedroom 5
  • Level: Basement
Room 12
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Main
Room 13
  • Type: Bonus Room
  • Level: Basement
  • Description: Finished Bonus Room
Room 14
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: W&D
Room 15
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Basement
  • Description: Den

Property History for 2832 McDowell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2023

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2503647

$1,192,500
May 25, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1511835361

$1,192,500

+159.0% / yr

Apr 17, 2023

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2503647

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2023

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2503647

$1,192,500
05/25/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1511835361

$1,192,500

+159.0% / yr

04/17/2023

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2503647

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

Public Records for 2832 McDowell Road

Taxable ValueLand$281,175Additions$760,841Total$1,042,016
Tax Record2025$10,330 ($861 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,894 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,894 SqFtStories1Lot Size27,443 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1970ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN179659Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2832 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: 2832 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705
$1,192,500
5
4,904
27,442
$760,000
3
2,635
27,442
$231,500
3
1,947
26,136
$697,500
4
3,924
23,173
$650,000
4
3,047
24,393
$420,000
4
3,020
21,780

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