Move-in ready historic home offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 1,983 square feet above grade across the main floor and upstairs, plus a partially finished basement with additional flexible living space. Beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, hardwood floors throughout the main level, and spacious living areas full of character and charm. The main floor offers comfortable living and entertaining space, while the upstairs provides additional bedrooms and privacy. The basement includes an additional bedroom, dedicated office, and a huge multi-use area perfect for a media room, recreation room, gym, playroom, or second living area. Detached 2-car garage provides ample room for parking, storage, or use as a workshop. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown and NC-147 and only 5 minutes from North Carolina Central University. Ideal as a primary residence or an investment opportunity with strong potential for student rental use. Situated on a .19-acre lot, this home combines historic appeal, modern updates, and a highly convenient location.
Sold for $325,000
$325,000
125 Nelson St, Durham, NC 27707
4beds
3,142sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1953
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$324,900 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$2,634 Estimated rent
Home value
$324,900
$309,000 - $341,000
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Listed by:
Michael Dwayne Jones 919-824-7657,
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Bought with:
Jean Fletcher, 250529
NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10162056
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smart Appliance(s), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bidet, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Combination, Concrete, Hardwood
- Basement: Partial, Walk-Up Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,142
- Total interior livable area: 3,142 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,983
- Finished area below ground: 1,159
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Awning(s)
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 117098
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: College Heights
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Sold | $325,000-11.9%$103/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10162056 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2026 | Pending sale | $369,000$117/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10162056 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,000+152.7%$117/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10162056 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2006 | Sold | $146,000$46/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,333 +18.7% | $336,214 +67.1% |
| 2024 | $2,807 +6.5% | $201,217 |
| 2023 | $2,636 +2.3% | $201,217 |
| 2022 | $2,575 +0.5% | $201,217 |
| 2021 | $2,563 +2.4% | $201,217 |
| 2020 | $2,503 | $201,217 |
| 2019 | $2,503 | $201,217 +42.4% |
| 2018 | $2,503 +31.6% | $141,266 |
| 2017 | $1,902 +3.5% | $141,266 |
| 2016 | $1,838 | $141,266 -10.4% |
| 2015 | $1,838 -15.8% | $157,749 |
| 2014 | $2,184 | $157,749 |
| 2013 | -- | $157,749 |
| 2012 | -- | $157,749 |
| 2011 | $2,056 +0.4% | $157,749 |
| 2010 | $2,047 +4% | $157,749 |
| 2009 | $1,969 | $157,749 |
| 2008 | $1,969 +18.5% | $157,749 +34.1% |
| 2007 | $1,661 +1.4% | $117,624 |
| 2006 | $1,637 | $117,624 |
| 2005 | $1,637 +1.4% | $117,624 |
| 2004 | $1,615 | $117,624 |
| 2003 | -- | $117,624 |
| 2002 | $1,486 +14.3% | $117,624 +46.6% |
| 2000 | $1,299 | $80,225 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southside / St. Teresa
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10C. C. Spaulding ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Sherwood Githens MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 4/10Charles E Jordan Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - C C Spaulding Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle
- High: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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