Built to last, this beautifully maintained 1940s cottage is a timeless gem nestled on a picturesque corner lot in sought-after Trinity Park. Blending classic character with thoughtful updates, this home embodies the charm of Southern living. Step inside to find gorgeous hardwood floors, exposed brick accents, an updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances with new dishwasher 2025, quartz countertops, and gorgeous cabinetry. The bathrooms offer modern comfort, while the spacious primary suite includes a private en-suite bath with a walk-in tiled shower, quartz vanity, and stylish fixtures. Enjoy multiple living spaces with both a formal living room and a generous family room, offering flexibility for entertaining or everyday living. Outside, the fully fenced and professionally landscaped backyard is your own private retreat; perfect for gardening, relaxing, or hosting unforgettable dinners under the stars on the expansive patio. A finished workshop adds even more versatility, making an ideal home office, studio, or hobby space. Just a couple of houses down from the Ellerbee Creek entrance and a short walk to all that downtown Durham has to offer this is more than a house- it's a place to call home.
For sale
$625,000
1308 Ruffin St, Durham, NC 27701
3beds
1,553sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$604,400 Zestimate®
$402/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stylish fixturesFinished workshopExposed brick accentsGorgeous hardwood floorsWalk-in tiled showerExpansive patioProfessionally landscaped backyard
- 37 days
- 1,518
- 96
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Zuri Hunter 919-408-9292,
Urban Durham Realty,
Ryan Kennedy 919-669-1632,
Urban Durham Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10181610
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- None
Cooling
- Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,553
- Total interior livable area: 1,553 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,553
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Full, Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 105506
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $402/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $531,582
- Annual tax amount: $5,402
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
Estimated market value
$604,400
$574,000 - $635,000
$2,395/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+0.8%$402/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Sold | $620,000+12.7%$399/sqft |
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| 3/24/2022 | Contingent | $550,000$354/sqft |
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| 3/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $550,000+54.9%$354/sqft |
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| 12/28/2018 | Sold | $355,000$229/sqft |
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| 12/4/2018 | Pending sale | $355,000$229/sqft |
Source: 501 Realty #2225471 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $355,000+84.9%$229/sqft |
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| 5/2/2018 | Sold | $192,000+37.1%$124/sqft |
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| 5/31/2002 | Sold | $140,000$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,270 +6% | $531,582 +49.2% |
| 2024 | $4,971 +6.5% | $356,345 |
| 2023 | $4,668 +2.3% | $356,345 |
| 2022 | $4,561 +0.5% | $356,345 |
| 2021 | $4,539 +2.4% | $356,345 |
| 2020 | $4,433 | $356,345 |
| 2019 | $4,433 | $356,345 +45.2% |
| 2018 | $4,433 +34.1% | $245,440 |
| 2017 | $3,305 +3.5% | $245,440 |
| 2016 | $3,193 | $245,440 +36.5% |
| 2015 | $3,193 +28.3% | $179,852 |
| 2014 | $2,490 | $179,852 |
| 2013 | -- | $179,852 |
| 2012 | -- | $179,852 |
| 2011 | $2,344 +0.4% | $179,852 |
| 2010 | $2,334 +4% | $179,852 |
| 2009 | $2,245 | $179,852 |
| 2008 | $2,245 +45.3% | $179,852 +64.3% |
| 2007 | $1,545 +1.4% | $109,436 |
| 2006 | $1,523 | $109,436 |
| 2005 | $1,523 +1.4% | $109,436 |
| 2004 | $1,503 | $109,436 |
| 2003 | -- | $109,436 |
| 2002 | $1,382 +28.7% | $109,436 +65% |
| 2000 | $1,074 | $66,320 |
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Neighborhood: Trinity Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Club Boulevard Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Brogden Middle
- High: Durham - Riverside High
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







