Opportunity awaits at 1805 Quess Rd in Durham! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath property offers plenty of potential for investors, renovators, or entrepreneurs looking for a value-add opportunity. The home features a comfortable living room, an eat-in kitchen, and a fenced yard, providing a solid foundation for updates and improvements. A gravel parking area accommodates up to four vehicles, offering convenient off-street parking. Outside, a spacious deck overlooks the yard and could become a fantastic outdoor entertaining space. Whether you're searching for your next rental investment or a property to customize to your needs, this home offers endless possibilities. Its flexible layout may also appeal to buyers seeking a small professional office space, such as for a CPA, massage therapist, consultant, or other service-based business, subject to local zoning and permitting requirements. Located in Durham, one of the Triangle's most dynamic and growing communities, the property offers convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, major highways, and the area's renowned employment, education, and healthcare centers. Enjoy the benefits of a vibrant city known for its thriving arts scene, diverse restaurants, and proximity to Research Triangle Park, Duke University, and downtown Durham attractions. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this versatile property!
For sale
$249,000
1805 Guess Rd, Durham, NC 27705
2beds
846sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1946
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$241,500 Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardEat-in kitchen
- 2 days |
- 223 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa H White 919-304-2323,
Keller Williams Central,
Tyler White 919-210-1037,
Keller Williams Central
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10175693
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 846
- Total interior livable area: 846 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 846
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 100754
- Zoning: OI-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
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: $294/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $243,560
- Annual tax amount: $2,414
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
Estimated market value
$241,500
$229,000 - $254,000
$1,594/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000+283.7%$294/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/8/2013 | Listing removed | $64,900$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston #1899963 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $64,900+44.2%$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston #1899963 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2009 | Sold | $45,000$53/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,414 +63.2% | $243,560 +129.7% |
| 2024 | $1,479 +6.5% | $106,026 |
| 2023 | $1,389 +2.3% | $106,026 |
| 2022 | $1,357 +0.5% | $106,026 |
| 2021 | $1,351 +2.4% | $106,026 |
| 2020 | $1,319 | $106,026 |
| 2019 | $1,319 | $106,026 +109.9% |
| 2018 | $1,319 +93.9% | $50,524 |
| 2017 | $680 +3.5% | $50,524 |
| 2016 | $657 | $50,524 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $657 -4.6% | $49,773 |
| 2014 | $689 | $49,773 |
| 2013 | -- | $49,773 |
| 2012 | -- | $49,773 |
| 2011 | $649 +0.4% | $49,773 |
| 2010 | $646 +4% | $49,773 |
| 2009 | $621 | $49,773 |
| 2008 | $621 -19.1% | $49,773 -8.5% |
| 2007 | $768 +1.4% | $54,377 |
| 2006 | $757 | $54,377 |
| 2005 | $757 +1.4% | $54,377 |
| 2004 | $747 | $54,377 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Walltown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10E K Powe ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - E K Powe 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.
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- North Carolina
- Durham County
- Durham
- 27705
- Walltown
- 1805 Guess Rd






