MASSIVE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! At over 3800 sqft, this classic brick ranch comes with all the bells and whistles. COMPLETELY RENOVATED from top to bottom, featuring quartz countertops, new cabinets, three fully renovated bathrooms, updated plumbing and electric, fresh paint, and a whole host of upgrades.This house would make an excellent investment property or multi-generational option with a finished, walk-out basement complete with full bathroom, walk-in shower, and functional kitchen. It's not just beauty going for 420 Nelson St -- it's also location. Situated on a nearly half-acre flat lot and just two miles from Downtown Durham, this home sits on a nearly .5 acre lot. With convenient access to 147 and I-40, commuting to RTP is a breeze. 2 car garage + a detached garage large enough for your boat or RV. Fenced-in backyard. Newer roof, updated electrical and plumbing, see docs for full list of upgrades and updates!
For sale
Price cut: $25K (7/1)
$500,000
420 Nelson St, Durham, NC 27707
3beds
3,889sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1963
0.47 Acres Lot
$494,100 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished walk-out basementClassic brick ranchThree fully renovated bathroomsDetached garageFunctional kitchenNearly half-acre flat lotFenced-in backyard
- 54 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 08:58pm
Listed by:
Cory Sherman 919-849-5592,
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10103158

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Chandelier, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
- Basement: Finished, Heated, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Electric, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,889
- Total interior livable area: 3,889 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,254
- Finished area below ground: 1,635
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Outbuilding, Second Garage
- Parcel number: 116005
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: College Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $129/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $264,284
- Annual tax amount: $3,686
- Date on market: 6/14/2025
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