Welcome to this charming, 1960s split-level home—a perfect blend of nostalgia and opportunity! Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom gem invites new owners to create their own cherished memories. Tucked in a serene setting, the home comes with two additional vacant lots, each just under half an acre, ideal for gardening, expansion, or future investment. Inside, the lower level is cleverly designed as a self-contained apartment with a private entry. Complete with a kitchenette, a cozy family/dining area, a full bathroom, and a bedroom, this space has a proven track record as a short-term rental, offering great potential for added income or multi-generational living. Outdoors, you'll find a backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool, a cabana with a bar area, and a tranquil goldfish pond surrounded by lush, flowering plants. The screen porch doubles as a cozy sunroom in winter, with an adjacent workshop featuring a roll-up garage door, making it easy to work on projects with views of the garden and nearby lot. The home awaits a few updates, but it's full of character and ready for you to enjoy as-is or personalize to make it your own. Embrace the charm, invest in the land, and experience the possibilities this delightful property offers!
Sold for $350,000
$350,000
228 Olive Branch Rd, Durham, NC 27703
4beds
1,814sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1968
1.39 Acres Lot
$343,200 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$2,232 Estimated rent
Home value
$343,200
$316,000 - $371,000
$2,232/mo
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Listed by:
Seth Roberts 919-632-7384,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10061061
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,814
- Total interior livable area: 1,814 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,213
- Finished area below ground: 601
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Carport, Open
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Entrance
- Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.39 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: See tax cards in Docs File
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Combination, Slab, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Shaw Hills Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,242
- Annual tax amount: $2,838
- Date on market: 11/17/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/3/2025 | Sold | $350,000-26%$193/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10061061 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2024 | Pending sale | $473,000$261/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10061061 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $473,000$261/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10061061 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,604 +23.2% | $350,242 +82.2% |
| 2024 | $2,115 +4.6% | $192,240 |
| 2023 | $2,022 +19.9% | $192,240 |
| 2022 | $1,686 | $192,240 |
| 2021 | $1,686 +2.3% | $192,240 |
| 2020 | $1,648 +1.2% | $192,240 |
| 2019 | $1,628 -8.9% | $192,240 +32.7% |
| 2018 | $1,787 +23.1% | $144,819 |
| 2017 | $1,452 +2.8% | $144,819 |
| 2016 | $1,412 | $144,819 -6.1% |
| 2015 | $1,412 -10.1% | $154,215 |
| 2014 | $1,570 | $154,215 |
| 2013 | -- | $154,215 |
| 2012 | -- | $154,215 |
| 2011 | $1,305 +1.2% | $154,215 |
| 2010 | $1,289 +4.7% | $154,215 |
| 2009 | $1,231 | $154,215 |
| 2008 | $1,231 +5.2% | $154,215 +15.2% |
| 2007 | $1,170 | $133,847 |
| 2006 | $1,170 | $133,847 |
| 2005 | $1,170 +2.2% | $133,847 |
| 2004 | $1,144 | $133,847 |
| 2003 | -- | $133,847 |
| 2002 | $1,049 +23.3% | $133,847 +54.9% |
| 2000 | $851 | $86,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 27703
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Spring Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2 mi
- 5/10Neal MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Southern School of Energy and SustainabilityGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Spring Valley
- Middle: Durham - Neal
- High: Durham - Southern
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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