Take hold of this rare chance to secure two desirable parcels in one of Durham's most popular and fast-growing areas. This offering includes the charming 1.5-story cottage at 2014 Wa Wa Avenue along with the vacant adjoining lot at 107 Hiawatha Avenue, creating exceptional flexibility for both homeowners and investors. The existing 2BR/1BA home features beautiful hardwood floors, a welcoming screened porch, a detached garage with workshop, and a basement storage/laundry area -- ideal for those seeking character, functionality, and room to personalize. For builders and developers, the combined parcels present a compelling infill redevelopment opportunity. With strong demand for new construction and an easy commute to Duke University, Downtown Durham, RTP, and major highways, this location supports a variety of strategies, from renovation and expansion to tear-down redevelopment or the creation of a small subdivision (buyer to verify zoning and density options). Whether you're looking for a classic cottage with land or a strategic investment with long-term upside, this property delivers location, versatility, and potential in one of Durham's most sought-after pockets.
For sale
$525,000
2014 Wa Wa Ave, Durham, NC 27707
2beds
1,167sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1948
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$507,400 Zestimate®
$450/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garage with workshopBeautiful hardwood floorsWelcoming screened porch
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- 388 |
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Listed by:
Latrice N Harris 919-599-9694,
L.Harris Realty, LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10169775
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Microwave
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partial, Unfinished, Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,167
- Total interior livable area: 1,167 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,002
- Finished area below ground: 165
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Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Exterior features: Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 104487
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wa Wa Yanda
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $450/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $393,875
- Annual tax amount: $3,904
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$507,400
$482,000 - $533,000
$1,754/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+281.8%$450/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10169775 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2013 | Sold | $137,500-5.1%$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $144,900+47.1%$124/sqft |
Source: Trammel Brothers Realtors #1875629 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2002 | Sold | $98,500$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,904 +35.9% | $393,875 +91.2% |
| 2024 | $2,874 +6.5% | $206,007 |
| 2023 | $2,698 +2.3% | $206,007 |
| 2022 | $2,637 +0.5% | $206,007 |
| 2021 | $2,624 +2.4% | $206,007 |
| 2020 | $2,563 | $206,007 |
| 2019 | $2,563 | $206,007 +17.8% |
| 2018 | $2,563 +8.8% | $174,857 |
| 2017 | $2,354 +3.5% | $174,857 |
| 2016 | $2,275 | $174,857 +51.9% |
| 2015 | $2,275 +42.8% | $115,102 |
| 2014 | $1,593 | $115,102 +3% |
| 2013 | -- | $111,710 |
| 2012 | -- | $111,710 |
| 2011 | $1,456 +0.4% | $111,710 |
| 2010 | $1,450 +4% | $111,710 |
| 2009 | $1,394 | $111,710 |
| 2008 | $1,394 +24.9% | $111,710 +41.3% |
| 2007 | $1,116 +1.4% | $79,056 |
| 2006 | $1,100 | $79,056 |
| 2005 | $1,100 +1.4% | $79,056 |
| 2004 | $1,085 +8.7% | $79,056 |
| 2002 | $998 +27.1% | $79,056 +63% |
| 2000 | $786 | $48,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Tuscaloosa-Lakewood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lakewood ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Lakewood Montessori Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Charles E Jordan Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Lakewood Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
- High: Durham - Jordan
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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