Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in Durham's popular Colonial Village neighborhood! Ideally located within walking distance of Northgate Park, local shopping, coffee shops, and Kings Red & White, this lovingly maintained brick home offers comfortable living in a convenient and inviting setting. A welcoming front porch overlooks the spacious, sunny front yard—perfect for gardening, relaxing, or enjoying your morning coffee. Inside, the home features a bright living/dining room with beautiful hardwood floors and plenty of space to gather. The kitchen offers a functional island with seating for 2-3, plus a new electric range and a convenient pantry. Both bedrooms feature hardwood floors and ample room for a queen-size bed and furniture. Thoughtful storage throughout the home, including generous hall storage, adds to its everyday practicality. The bathroom features a tiled tub surround and updated fixtures. With its classic brick exterior, low-maintenance appeal, inviting outdoor spaces, and fantastic Colonial Village location, this delightful cottage is ready to welcome you home.
For sale
$247,500
804 E Ellerbee St, Durham, NC 27704
2beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lovingly maintained brick homeWelcoming front porchClassic brick exteriorBeautiful hardwood floorsUpdated fixturesLow-maintenance appealSpacious sunny front yard
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Page 919-602-1963,
West Durham Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10196385
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.3 x 12.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 138.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 12.4
Dining room
- Description: As part of overall living room dimensions-see floor plan
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 115 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 11.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 16.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Gas Pack
Cooling
- Electric, Gas Pack
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Living/Dining Room Combination, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 120165
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Boulevard Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $212,221
- Annual tax amount: $2,156
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $247,500+97.2%$286/sqft |
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| 3/14/2017 | Sold | $125,500+3.3%$145/sqft |
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| 2/13/2017 | Pending sale | $121,500$141/sqft |
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| 2/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $121,500$141/sqft |
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| 7/23/2014 | Listing removed | $700$1/sqft |
Source: Patty Taylor Properties Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2014 | Price change | $700+3.7%$1/sqft |
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| 5/2/2014 | Listed for rent | $675$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,323 +11.2% | $234,307 +56.5% |
| 2024 | $2,088 +6.5% | $149,700 |
| 2023 | $1,961 +2.3% | $149,700 |
| 2022 | $1,916 +0.5% | $149,700 |
| 2021 | $1,907 +2.4% | $149,700 |
| 2020 | $1,862 | $149,700 -4.2% |
| 2019 | $1,862 | $156,342 +87.5% |
| 2018 | $1,862 +65.9% | $83,376 |
| 2017 | $1,123 +3.5% | $83,376 -16.6% |
| 2016 | $1,085 | $99,930 +41.2% |
| 2015 | $1,085 +10.7% | $70,785 |
| 2014 | $980 | $70,785 |
| 2013 | -- | $70,785 |
| 2012 | -- | $70,785 |
| 2011 | $923 +0.4% | $70,785 |
| 2010 | $919 +4% | $70,785 |
| 2009 | $883 | $70,785 |
| 2008 | $883 -10.9% | $70,785 +0.7% |
| 2007 | $992 +1.4% | $70,261 |
| 2006 | $978 | $70,261 |
| 2005 | $978 +1.4% | $70,261 |
| 2004 | $965 | $70,261 |
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Neighborhood: Colonial Village
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Glenn Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Brogden Middle
- 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.






