3217 Rowena Ave

Durham, NC 27703

$1,200,000
Price
3
Beds
1,658 Sq. Ft.
$724 / Sq. Ft.
1,658
Sq. Ft.
$724
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Development potential. Over 8.5 acres with pond in Durham. Property includes 1950's 3 bed 2 bath ranch. Kitchen with breakfast area flowing into Dining Room. Large Family Room and separate Living Room. Master bedroom includes dual closets and privacy bath. Oversized back patio and large covered front porch. Do not walk property without licensed real estate agent. Please submit offer prior to scheduling showing of home.Development potential. Over 8.5 acres with pond in Durham. Property includes 1950's 3 bed 2 bath ranch. Kitchen with breakfast area flowing into Dining Room. Large Family Room and separate Living Room. Master bedroom includes dual closets and privacy bath. Oversized back patio and large covered front porch. Do not walk property without licensed real estate agent. Please submit offer prior to scheduling showing of home.
  1. Listed by Mark Heizer • HCO Properties

Property Details for 3217 Rowena Avenue

View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 04/17/2026 06:54 AM

Property Details for 3217 Rowena Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #10110917
Days on Market355
Taxes$2,109 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size8.72 AC / 379,843 SF
CountyDurham County
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Building Information for 3217 Rowena Avenue

Stories1Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size8.72 AC / 379,843 SF

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Property Information for 3217 Rowena Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take 40E to exit 279B (NC-147). Merge. Take Briggs Ave exit. Turn right. Turn right on E Pettigrew St. Turn left on Ellis Rd. Turn right on AngierAve. Turn left on Carter Ave. Turn left on Rowena Ave.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.970668
  • Longitude: -78.857727
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,109.13
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 74
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
  • Tax Lot: D/69-74
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Bethesda
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Lowes Grove
  • High School: Durham - Hillside
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1658.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 171 x 209 x 1244 x 310 x 1190
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Parcel Number: 131148
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 30
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Permanent
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Spa: No
  • Equipment Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Interior: Driveway, Gravel, Vinyl Siding, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Equipment: Electric Water Heater, Laundry Room, Main Level, Driveway, Gravel
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 3217 Rowena Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 31, 2025

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2515559

—
Jul 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10110917

$1,200,000—
Dec 31, 2024

Expired

NCRMLS #100389196

$1,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/31/2025

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2515559

—
07/22/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10110917

$1,200,000
12/31/2024

Expired

NCRMLS #100389196

$1,500,000

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Public Records for 3217 Rowena Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$335,328Additions$232,269Total$567,597
Tax Record2025$5,627 ($469 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtStories1Lot Size379,843 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1950ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN131148Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3217 Rowena Avenue

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bethesda Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Neal Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability
Public - 9 to 12
Middle College High School @ DTCC
Public - 11 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Bethesda Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Neal Middle
Public6 to 8

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability
Public9 to 12

Middle College High School @ DTCC
Public11 to 13

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 3217 Rowena Avenue, Durham, NC 27703

3217 Rowena Avenue is a single family home for sale in Durham, NC 27703. This property was listed for sale on July 22, 2025 by HCO Properties, it's currently listed at $1,200,000. It has been on the market for a total of 355 days and was last sold on March 29, 2019. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include Bethesda Elementary, Neal Middle and Southern School of Energy and Sustainability. 3217 Rowena Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,658 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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