For sale

$325,000

1702 E Main St, Durham, NC 27703

2beds

1,436sqft

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1918

6,098 Square Feet Lot

$324,600 Zestimate^®

$226/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic front porchMarble tile floorsFrench drains and waterproofingTwo spacious bedroomsRe-pointing the brick stepsPainting inside and outNew roof

You CAN have it all in this wonderfully renovated 1918 cottage close to downtown Durham: great price, convenient location and full renovation of this charming bungalow. The home features a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry, a beautiful bath with walk in shower and marble tile floors, a living room and two spacious bedrooms. Original hardwood floors were refinished and some additional vintage wood (1910) flooring was laid. All the expensive improvements have been made: they include a new roof (2025), french drains and waterproofing (2026), re-pointing the brick steps and painting inside and out. HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems were all updated in 2022. The backyard is partially fenced. Enjoy sitting on the classic front porch or sit on the covered rear porch while you grill and visit with friends. Many newer and renovated homes are nearby. Restaurants, shops, music venues and DPAC are just minutes away, Come home to the vibrancy of downtown Durham!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Central, None

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Master Downstairs, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower
Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Reclaimed Wood, Tile
Windows: Wood Frames
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,436
Total interior livable area: 1,436 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,436
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
Uncovered spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Level Flooring

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
Fencing: Partial
Has view: Yes
View description: City

Lot

Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Cleared, Front Yard, Level

Details

Parcel number: 112106
Zoning: R-3
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow, Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Clapboard
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1918

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer 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: $226/sqft
Tax assessed value: $283,670
Annual tax amount: $2,812
Date on market: 6/28/2026
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$324,600

$308,000 - $341,000

$1,668/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/28/2026	Listed for sale	$325,000+27.5%$226/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10177030 Report a problem
2/15/2022	Sold	$255,000+264.3%$178/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/19/2017	Sold	$70,000-9.7%$49/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #2145934 Report a problem
8/25/2017	Pending sale	$77,500$54/sqft
Source: Seagroves Realty #2145934 Report a problem
8/23/2017	Price change	$77,500-6.1%$54/sqft
Source: Seagroves Realty #2145934 Report a problem
8/15/2017	Listed for sale	$82,500+587.5%$57/sqft
Source: Seagroves Realty #2145934 Report a problem
2/5/1999	Sold	$12,000$8/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,812 +60.5%	$283,670 +125.9%
2024	$1,752 +6.5%	$125,574
2023	$1,645 +112.3%	$125,574 +107.4%
2022	$775 +0.5%	$60,539
2021	$771 +2.4%	$60,539
2020	$753	$60,539
2019	$753	$60,539 +15.8%
2018	$753 +6.9%	$52,300
2017	$704 +3.5%	$52,300
2016	$680	$52,300 +40.3%
2015	$680 +31.9%	$37,277
2014	$516	$37,277
2013	--	$37,277
2012	--	$37,277
2011	$486 +0.4%	$37,277
2010	$484 +4%	$37,277
2009	$465	$37,277
2008	$465 +1.1%	$37,277 +14.4%
2007	$460 +1.4%	$32,599
2006	$454	$32,599
2005	$454 +1.4%	$32,599
2004	$448	$32,599

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