3516 Preston Ave

Durham, NC 27705

$295,000
Price
2
Beds
1,079 Sq. Ft.
$273 / Sq. Ft.
1,079
Sq. Ft.
$273
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending
Pending
Front Exterior
Front Exterior
Front Exterior
Living Room Entry
Living Room
Living Room
Dining Room
Dining Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Hall Bathroom
Second Bedroom
Second Bedroom
Back Patio
Back Exterior
Backyard
Lot
Backyard
Storage
Floor Plan

Description

Sweet brick ranch with so much to love. A great option for a first-time buyer or investor, this home offers hardwood floors, updated fixtures, and a charming kitchen with a new marble counter and tile backsplash. All appliances convey, making move-in even easier. The bathroom features a double-sink granite-top vanity. Step outside to enjoy the extended concrete patio, large fenced backyard, and 12x8 storage. Conveniently located just minutes to Duke, Downtown, and nearby city parks and trails. Roof...Sweet brick ranch with so much to love. A great option for a first-time buyer or investor, this home offers hardwood floors, updated fixtures, and a charming kitchen with a new marble counter and tile backsplash. All appliances convey, making move-in even easier. The bathroom features a double-sink granite-top vanity. Step outside to enjoy the extended concrete patio, large fenced backyard, and 12x8 storage. Conveniently located just minutes to Duke, Downtown, and nearby city parks and trails. Roof replaced in 2021, HVAC in 2016, and double-pane windows add comfort and efficiency.
  1. Listed by Stacie Dye • Your Connection Realty LLC

Property Details for 3516 Preston Avenue

View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
Kirkwood
LISTING UPDATED: 05/08/2026 08:12 PM

Property Details for 3516 Preston Avenue

StatusPending
MLS #10155387
Days on Market23
Taxes$2,682 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountyDurham County
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Building Information for 3516 Preston Avenue

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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Property Information for 3516 Preston Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-10
  • Directions: From Durham, I-85, take the Guess Road Exit. Go North on Guess. Turn right on Kirkwood Drive. Turn right on Preston, and the home is on the left.
  • Subdivision Name: Kirkwood
  • Latitude: 36.042448
  • Longitude: -78.926382
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,681.96
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 1
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
  • School District Link: https://www.dpsnc.net/
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-06-04
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Hillandale
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Carrington
  • High School: Durham - Riverside
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1079.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 126677
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Power Production YN: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 24
  • 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: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Gas Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Full
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Smooth Ceilings, Storage
  • Spa: No
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Interior: Driveway, Gravel, Brick, Wood Siding, Laundry Room
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Laundry Room, Driveway, Gravel
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15.7 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 15.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11.2 x 12.8
  • Room Width: 12.8
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 19.9 x 11
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length: 19.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.6 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 12.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 9.11 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 9.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 2.11 x 7
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Length: 2.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 7
  • Room Description: Storage
  • Room Dimensions: 8.1 x 14.3
  • Room Width: 14.3
  • Room Length: 8.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 3516 Preston Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

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Apr 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

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Apr 4, 2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

—
04/24/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

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04/04/2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10155387

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Public Records for 3516 Preston Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$150,750Additions$119,800Total$270,550
Tax Record2025$2,682 ($223 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,122 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,122 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN126677

Schools near 3516 Preston Avenue

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hillandale Elementary
Public - PK to 5
George L Carrington Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Riverside High School
Public - 9 to 12
City Of Medicine Academy
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Hillandale Elementary
PublicPK to 5

George L Carrington Middle
Public6 to 8

Riverside High School
Public9 to 12

City Of Medicine Academy
Public9 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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