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Sold for $635,000
    • $635,000

    1603 N Alston Ave, Durham, NC 27701

    3beds
    3,247sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1954
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $635,000 Zestimate®
    $196/sqft
    $2,995 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $635,000

    $603,000 - $667,000

    $2,995/mo

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    What's special

    Expansive fully-finished basementHardwood floorsHalf-acre corner lotLarge full custom bar
    Sleek and updated 3 bed+flex property, minutes away from Downtown Durham, completely renovated with designer finishes. Main level features hardwood floors, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, open dining & living area, gourmet kitchen with a waterfall-edge island & gas range, and laundry room w/ side entrance. All 3 bedrooms are on the main level, including the primary suite, which features a custom, expansive walk-in-closet, and a gorgeous bath with an oversized shower & dual rain heads. Property also features an expansive fully-finished basement. As you walk downstairs you'll be greeted by the open entertainment room with carpet & a decorative fireplace, large full custom bar, sunroom/foyer, full bath, and the flex/4th bedroom. There was a window before in the flex room, the window can be added again to be a legal 4th bedroom, virtual rendering shown in photos. Pool is also virtually rendered as well. This property also features many opportunities for outdoor living on a half-acre corner lot. You can not beat this location, minutes from downtown Durham's vibrant entertainment, restaurants, shopping, and much more. Minutes away from freeway access as well. Photos truly can't capture how amazing this property is, you MUST come and see it for yourself!

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    Listed by:

    Martin Verdi 919-771-7772,

    Compass -- Raleigh,

    Sam Arkhangelski 919-980-2788,

    Compass -- Raleigh

    Bought with:

    Adam Grossman, 256989

    Grossman Real Estate Group LLC

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10123323MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
    Features
    • Bar, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Windows: Blinds
    • Basement: Finished, Full, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Basement, Decorative, Electric, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,247
    • Total interior livable area: 3,247 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,002
    • Finished area below ground: 1,245

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, Private
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Screened
    • Fencing: Back Yard, Partial
    • Has view: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    • Dimensions: 150' x 134' x 145' x 146'
    • Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 110706
    • Zoning: R-3
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary, Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Brick, Brick Veneer
    • Foundation: Other
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1954

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Durham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $196/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $626,684
    • Annual tax amount: $7,515
    • Date on market: 9/22/2025
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/9/2026Sold$635,000-2.3%$196/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10123323 Report a problem
    5/31/2026Pending sale$649,990$200/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10123323 Report a problem
    5/18/2026Price change$649,990-1.5%$200/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10123323 Report a problem
    10/29/2025Price change$659,990-5.6%$203/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10123323 Report a problem
    9/22/2025Listed for sale$699,000-0.1%$215/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10123323 Report a problem
    9/6/2025Listing removed$699,900$216/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10105328 Report a problem
    8/12/2025Price change$699,900-6.6%$216/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10105328 Report a problem
    6/24/2025Listed for sale$749,500$231/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10105328 Report a problem
    6/24/2025Listing removed$749,500$231/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10084044 Report a problem
    6/24/2025Price change$749,500-5.7%$231/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10084044 Report a problem
    6/13/2025Listed for sale$795,000$245/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10084044 Report a problem
    4/24/2025Listing removed$795,000$245/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10084044 Report a problem
    3/21/2025Listed for sale$795,000+14.4%$245/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10084044 Report a problem
    10/19/2024Listing removed$695,000$214/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10051901 Report a problem
    9/11/2024Listed for sale$695,000$214/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10051901 Report a problem
    9/9/2024Listing removed$695,000$214/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10045919 Report a problem
    8/28/2024Price change$695,000-7.2%$214/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10045919 Report a problem
    8/8/2024Listed for sale$749,000-2.6%$231/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10045919 Report a problem
    7/8/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Doorify MLS #10022688 Report a problem
    6/21/2024Price change$769,000-6.2%$237/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10022688 Report a problem
    5/31/2024Price change$819,900-5.1%$253/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10022688 Report a problem
    5/15/2024Price change$864,000-2.8%$266/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10022688 Report a problem
    4/12/2024Listed for sale$889,000+448.8%$274/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10022688 Report a problem
    2/20/2018Sold$162,000+102.5%$50/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/24/2016Sold$80,000-1.8%$25/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2033214 Report a problem
    11/10/2014Listing removed$81,500$25/sqft
    Source: Seagroves Realty #1967456 Report a problem
    11/7/2014Listed for sale$81,500$25/sqft
    Source: Seagroves Realty #1967456 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,212 -13.2%$626,684 +22.2%
    2024$7,156 +6.5%$513,012
    2023$6,720 +2.3%$513,012
    2022$6,566 +0.5%$513,012
    2021$6,535 $513,012
    2020-- $513,012 -9.8%
    2019$7,074 $568,723 +453.4%
    2018$7,074 +411.3%$102,763
    2017$1,384 +3.5%$102,763
    2016$1,337 $102,763 -37.3%
    2015$1,337 -41%$163,778
    2014$2,267 $163,778
    2013-- $163,778
    2012-- $163,778
    2011$2,135 +0.4%$163,778
    2010$2,126 +4%$163,778
    2009$2,044 $163,778
    2008$2,044 -9.7%$163,778 +2.1%
    2007$2,264 +1.4%$160,332
    2006$2,232 $160,332
    2005$2,232 +1.4%$160,332
    2004$2,201 $160,332
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 27701

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Durham - Eastway Elementary
    • Middle: Durham - Lucas Middle School
    • High: Durham - Northern High

    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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