This wonderfully renovated home is a true gem, offering convenient access to all that Durham has in store. Located just a short walk from the NCCU campus, it features four generously proportioned bedrooms, three full bathrooms, an office space, and a spacious open layout. The property has undergone an extensive renovation, including new windows, updated kitchen and bathrooms, and modern appliances. The large privately enclosed backyard presents a perfect backdrop for outdoor leisure, and there's the added potential for rental income by introducing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). This is an outstanding opportunity you won't want to miss. Get closing cost/down payment assistance OR 100 percent Financing with no PMI with Truist.
Sold for $370,000
$370,000
521 Burlington Ave, Durham, NC 27707
4beds
2,100sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1968
0.25 Acres Lot
$394,200 Zestimate®
$176/sqft
$2,515 Estimated rent
Home value
$394,200
$371,000 - $422,000
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Listed by:
Carson Changela 919-369-1356,
Equitable Realty Group LLC
Bought with:
Denise Gabrielle Kern, 325782
Better Realty LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10003770
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Vinyl, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,100
- Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,100
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Concrete, Covered, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split, Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Partial, Wood
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 61 x 182
- Features: Back Yard, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 0820976802
- Special conditions: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Slab
- Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $176/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,533
- Annual tax amount: $2,403
- Date on market: 2/17/2024
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | Listing removed | $2,799$1/sqft |
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| 5/24/2025 | Price change | $2,799-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,888$1/sqft |
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| 4/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/15/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,888+11.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Sold | $370,000-3.9%$176/sqft |
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| 3/1/2024 | Pending sale | $385,000$183/sqft |
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| 2/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $385,000$183/sqft |
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| 1/27/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/2/2024 | Pending sale | $385,000$183/sqft |
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| 12/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $385,000+0%$183/sqft |
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| 12/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,600$1/sqft |
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| 11/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/11/2023 | Price change | $384,999-3.7%$183/sqft |
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| 11/3/2023 | Price change | $399,8990%$190/sqft |
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| 10/30/2023 | Price change | $399,999-3.6%$190/sqft |
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| 10/26/2023 | Price change | $414,999-2.4%$198/sqft |
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| 10/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $424,999+77.1%$202/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Sold | $240,000$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,673 +43.5% | $370,533 +102% |
| 2024 | $2,559 +6.5% | $183,458 |
| 2023 | $2,403 +2.3% | $183,458 |
| 2022 | $2,348 +0.5% | $183,458 |
| 2021 | $2,337 +2.4% | $183,458 |
| 2020 | $2,282 | $183,458 |
| 2019 | $2,282 +9.6% | $183,458 +42% |
| 2018 | $2,082 +19.7% | $129,201 |
| 2017 | $1,740 +3.5% | $129,201 |
| 2016 | $1,681 | $129,201 +11% |
| 2015 | $1,681 +4.4% | $116,356 |
| 2014 | $1,611 | $116,356 |
| 2013 | -- | $116,356 |
| 2012 | -- | $116,356 |
| 2011 | $1,517 +0.4% | $116,356 |
| 2010 | $1,510 +4% | $116,356 |
| 2009 | $1,452 | $116,356 |
| 2008 | $1,452 +9.1% | $116,356 +23.5% |
| 2007 | $1,331 +1.4% | $94,248 |
| 2006 | $1,312 | $94,248 |
| 2005 | $1,312 +1.4% | $94,248 |
| 2004 | $1,294 | $94,248 |
| 2003 | -- | $94,248 |
| 2002 | $1,190 -7.5% | $94,248 +18.6% |
| 2000 | $1,287 | $79,475 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southside / St. Teresa
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fayetteville Street ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10James E Shepard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Hillside HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Fayetteville
- Middle: Durham - Githens
- High: Durham - Hillside
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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- North Carolina
- Durham County
- Durham
- 27707
- Southside / St. Teresa
- 521 Burlington Ave
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