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  • $625,000

    1308 Ruffin St, Durham, NC 27701

    3beds
    1,553sqft
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    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
    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.
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    Listed by:

    Zuri Hunter 919-408-9292,

    Urban Durham Realty,

    Ryan Kennedy 919-669-1632,

    Urban Durham Realty

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10181610MLS Logo

      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

        $2,532/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Listed for sale$625,000+0.8%$402/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10181610 Report a problem
        4/22/2022Sold$620,000+12.7%$399/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2436744 Report a problem
        3/24/2022Contingent$550,000$354/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2436744 Report a problem
        3/18/2022Listed for sale$550,000+54.9%$354/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2436744 Report a problem
        12/28/2018Sold$355,000$229/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2225471 Report a problem
        12/4/2018Pending sale$355,000$229/sqft
        Source: 501 Realty #2225471 Report a problem
        11/22/2018Listed for sale$355,000+84.9%$229/sqft
        Source: 501 Realty #2225471 Report a problem
        5/2/2018Sold$192,000+37.1%$124/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/31/2002Sold$140,000$90/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Trinity Park

        Getting around

        39 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        43 / 100
        Some Transit
        81 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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.

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