For sale

$555,000

219 Monmouth Ave, Durham, NC 27701

3beds

1,410sqft

$3,397/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

7,840 Square Feet Lot

$535,800 Zestimate^®

$394/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Steep front gablesOriginal fireplacesDecorative brackets and trimCharming victorian cottage

Bring your vision to life in this charming Victorian cottage on a sleepy street in historic Old North Durham. The house keeps its classic character, with steep front gables, decorative brackets and trim, original fireplaces, and tall double-hung four-over-one windows that fill the space with natural light. A covered front porch with white columns and railings is the perfect spot to relax and visit with neighbors. This fixer-upper has great bones and plenty of potential. Bring your ideas and your toolbox. Home sold as-is.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 196 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.0 x 14.0

Bedroom 2

Level: First
Area: 196 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.0 x 14.0

Bedroom 3

Level: First
Area: 180 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0

Breakfast room

Level: First
Area: 36 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6.0 x 6.0

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 169 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13.0 x 13.0

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0

Laundry

Level: First
Area: 30 Square Feet
Dimensions: 5.0 x 6.0

Living room

Level: First
Area: 240 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16.0 x 15.0

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Whole House Fan

Appliances

Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Bookcases, Bathtub/Shower Combination
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Windows: Wood Frames
Number of fireplaces: 3
Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,410
Total interior livable area: 1,410 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,410
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Alley Access, Detached Carport, Driveway
Carport spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2
Details: Street parking readily available

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Entry location: Front
Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Fenced Yard
Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced,Partial,Wood

Lot

Size: 7,840 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard

Details

Parcel number: 105437
Zoning: R-5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Crawlspace
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Fixer
New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Durham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $394/sqft
Tax assessed value: $546,478
Annual tax amount: $5,553
Date on market: 11/6/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$535,800

$509,000 - $563,000

$2,013/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/6/2026	Listed for sale	$555,000+1.8%$394/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10202124 Report a problem
10/8/2025	Sold	$545,000$387/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10120860 Report a problem
9/20/2025	Pending sale	$545,000$387/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10120860 Report a problem
9/20/2025	Listed for sale	$545,000$387/sqft
Source: Doorify MLS #10120860 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,417 +4.2%	$546,478 +46.6%
2024	$5,198 +6.5%	$372,644
2023	$4,881 +2.3%	$372,644
2022	$4,769 +0.5%	$372,644
2021	$4,747 +2.4%	$372,644
2020	$4,635	$372,644
2019	$4,635	$372,644 +67.2%
2018	$4,635 +54.4%	$222,900
2017	$3,001 +3.5%	$222,900
2016	$2,900	$222,900 +44.3%
2015	$2,900 +35.6%	$154,457
2014	$2,138	$154,457
2013	--	$154,457
2012	--	$154,457
2011	$2,013 +0.4%	$154,457
2010	$2,005 +4%	$154,457
2009	$1,928	$154,457
2008	$1,928 +50.7%	$154,457 +70.5%
2007	$1,279 +1.4%	$90,604
2006	$1,261	$90,604
2005	$1,261 +1.4%	$90,604
2004	$1,244	$90,604
2003	--	$90,604
2002	$1,144 +8.2%	$90,604 +38.8%
2000	$1,057	$65,275