There's something special about a home that's stood the test of time, and this 1942 Northgate Park bungalow is no exception. Full of warmth and character, you'll find original architectural details, hardwood floors, graceful archways, a bay window, and a cozy fireplace that make this home feel instantly inviting. With thoughtful improvements throughout, the layout includes 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a flexible office or bonus room to fit today's lifestyle. Outside, the generous backyard offers endless possibilities ... from entertaining friends to gardening or creating your own outdoor retreat. The detached garage/shed provides additional storage, workshop space, or room for your next creative project. Located just minutes from Northgate Park, Ellerbe Creek Trail, downtown Durham, Duke, coffee shops, and local favorites, this home offers the perfect balance of neighborhood charm and city convenience. In the coveted Club Boulevard Elementary school zone, which is walkable from this cutie, what are you waiting for? Come home!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (9/29)
$289,900
113 Higbee St, Durham, NC 27704
2beds
1,169sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$285,000 Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 66 days
- 1,212
- 154
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tammi Brooks 919-308-4910,
Inhabit Real Estate,
Tamara Talansky 312-933-5987,
Inhabit Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10183489
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 14.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 12.2
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.0 x 10.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 10.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 16.6
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 110.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 11.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, None
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,169
- Total interior livable area: 1,169 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,169
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Native Plants, Flood Plains
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 109211
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $329,430
- Annual tax amount: $3,265
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$285,000
$271,000 - $299,000
$2,061/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Price change | $289,900-1.7%$248/sqft |
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| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $294,900-1.7%$252/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$257/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $309,900+3.3%$265/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Listing removed | $300,000$257/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $300,000-4.8%$257/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Price change | $315,000-4.5%$269/sqft |
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| 3/22/2026 | Price change | $330,000-2.5%$282/sqft |
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| 2/28/2026 | Price change | $338,500-1.9%$290/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $344,900-1.4%$295/sqft |
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| 2/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900-7.9%$299/sqft |
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| 1/25/2026 | Listing removed | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 12/26/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 10/4/2025 | Listing removed | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listing removed | $380,000$325/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Price change | $380,000-1.7%$325/sqft |
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| 10/29/2024 | Price change | $386,500-0.6%$331/sqft |
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| 10/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $389,000+29.7%$333/sqft |
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| 7/1/2022 | Sold | $300,000-3.2%$257/sqft |
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| 5/26/2022 | Contingent | $310,000$265/sqft |
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| 5/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $310,000+174.3%$265/sqft |
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| 9/17/2013 | Listing removed | $113,000$97/sqft |
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| 4/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $113,000+1.3%$97/sqft |
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| 9/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $111,500-3%$95/sqft |
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| 6/1/2012 | Listing removed | $115,000$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,266 +28.7% | $329,430 +81% |
| 2024 | $2,538 +6.5% | $181,959 |
| 2023 | $2,383 +18.8% | $181,959 +16.1% |
| 2022 | $2,007 +0.5% | $156,772 |
| 2021 | $1,997 +2.4% | $156,772 |
| 2020 | $1,950 | $156,772 |
| 2019 | $1,950 | $156,772 +31% |
| 2018 | $1,950 +21% | $119,664 |
| 2017 | $1,611 +3.5% | $119,664 |
| 2016 | $1,557 | $119,664 -6.2% |
| 2015 | $1,557 -11.8% | $127,531 |
| 2014 | $1,765 | $127,531 |
| 2013 | -- | $127,531 |
| 2012 | -- | $127,531 |
| 2011 | $1,662 +0.4% | $127,531 |
| 2010 | $1,655 +4% | $127,531 |
| 2009 | $1,592 | $127,531 |
| 2008 | $1,592 +17.1% | $127,531 +32.5% |
| 2007 | $1,359 +1.4% | $96,248 |
| 2006 | $1,340 | $96,248 |
| 2005 | $1,340 +1.4% | $96,248 |
| 2004 | $1,321 | $96,248 |
| 2003 | -- | $96,248 |
| 2002 | $1,216 +42.4% | $96,248 +82.6% |
| 2000 | $854 | $52,700 |
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Neighborhood: Northgate Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Club Boulevard Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Brogden Middle
- High: Durham - Riverside High
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







