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2502 Englewood Ave, Durham, NC

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For Sale

Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$699,000

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MLS® 10156028

Open House
Sun Jun 21, 2:00-4:00 PM EDT

Overview

Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 1357 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes $5,265
Days Active 82
Lot Size 0.17 Acres
Approx. Age 1920
Avg. Price Per Sqft $515
MLS® Number 10156028

Property Address: 2502 Englewood Ave, Durham, NC, 27705-4083

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Tucked into beloved Watts-Hillandale — recently named Durham Magazine's "Best Neighborhood" — this rare 1920s bungalow offers the kind of charm and livability that is increasingly hard to find. With 1, 757 total heated and cooled square feet, the property blends beauty and functionality in all the right ways: a thoughtfully updated 1, 357-square-foot main house plus a finished 400-square-foot detached garage studio perfect for guests, work, art, music, workouts, or simply extra breathing room for everyday life. Meticulously renovated and exceptionally well maintained, this home offers all the character people love about historic houses while blending seamlessly with modern living. Oversized windows flood the home with natural light, while 10-foot ceilings, original trim, built-ins, arched doorways, and a unique double-sided fireplace create spaces that feel warm, inviting, and effortlessly stylish. Even the details tell a story here - from the historic brass pineapple door knocker to the playful modern pineapple-themed doormats, there's a thoughtful blend of old and new woven throughout the home. The renovated kitchen balances timeless design with everyday functionality, featuring solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and under-cabinet lighting. Site-finished red oak hardwoods run throughout the home, while the fully remodeled primary bathroom and additional ensuite bathroom added during the renovation make the layout live beautifully for modern life. At the heart of the home, the historic double-sided fireplace between the spacious living and dining rooms creates an easy flow from one space to the next and gives the home a surprisingly current, open feel while preserving its original soul. What truly sets this property apart is the level of care and investment poured into it. Major system updates have already been completed, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof replacement, refinished floors, new drywall ceilings and walls, updated light fixtures and ceiling fans, a rebuilt rocking-chair front porch, fresh interior paint, and a fully finished detached garage studio. Even more importantly, the seller took the uncommon step of proactively having the home evaluated before listing by an electrician, plumber, structural engineer, roofer, HVAC contractor, and pest company. Recommended repairs and improvements were completed, documentation is organized, and the result is a home that feels remarkably turnkey and confidence-inspiring. It's a rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty and craftsmanship of a historic home with the peace of mind typically associated with newer construction. The detached heated and cooled studio space (approximately 400 square feet) adds incredible flexibility - ideal for a home office, gym, creative studio, guest retreat, or future Airbnb setup if plumbing is added. It's the kind of bonus space that adapts easily as life evolves. Outside, the rebuilt rocking-chair front porch overlooks beautiful tiered garden beds and offers the perfect place to catch up with neighbors or unwind at the end of the day. The fenced backyard, shaded by a mature magnolia tree, feels peaceful, private, and manageable - offering just enough outdoor space to entertain, garden, or relax without spending every weekend maintaining it. And the lifestyle here is hard to overstate. Located just minutes from Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, parks, trails, and some of Durham's favorite local spots, Watts-Hillandale remains one of the city's most beloved historic neighborhoods for good reason. Coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, banks, LocoPops, Ninth Street, and Broad Street are all nearby, creating a connected, walkable lifestyle that's increasingly hard to find. E.K. Powe Elementary School and Oval Park are also close by, adding to the neighborhood's charm and convenience. This is the kind of home that makes it easy to simplify without sacrificing beauty!
MLS® Number10156028
Laundry LevelMain
Central VacNo
FireplaceYes
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1920
Basement
DrivewayDriveway, Garage, On Street
Garage Spaces
HeatCentral, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
A/CCeiling Fan(s), Central Air

Extras

Rooms

Change to metres

Bedroom 3:Main Floor10.6 × 11.8 ft
Living Room:Main Floor13.5 × 15.2 ft
Other:Main Floor13.6 × 11 ft
Kitchen:Main Floor10.6 × 11.3 ft
Bedroom 2:Main Floor12 × 12.5 ft
Dining Room:Main Floor14.6 × 14.8 ft
How Much House Can I Afford?

Home Estimate Zoopraisal®

This property is estimated to sell between: $620,000 and $739,000.
Similar properties in this area sold on average for: $620,988
Expected to sell very soon! Similar properties sold in 67 days. This home has been on Zoocasa for 82 days.

The estimated sale price does not take into account many variables such as recent renovations, type of appliances, school district etc. To get a more accurate estimate please contact agent.

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