Ideally located in Trinity Heights, Durham within a block from Duke University’s east campus, and close to Watts Elementary, Whole Foods, 9th St. Shopping, Central Park and downtown Durham. This home boasts historic charming architecture with an iconic Southern front porch and large backyard. Enter the house through a large foyer with high ceilings and heartwood pine flooring throughout most of the house. There are fireplaces in the spacious living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms. The primary bedroom has a wall of bay windows, a cedar closet, and a half bath. There is a bonus study room off the primary bedroom with a bay window seat overlooking the back garden. The large full bath has a walk-in dual-head shower and an iconic large clawfoot tub. The kitchen is a chef’s delight and features brand-new stainless appliances and quartz counters. Adjoining the kitchen is a sunny dining area that leads to the lovely backyard garden. This charming historic home is a rare find in Durham.
Sold for $690,000 on 04/06/23
$690,000
811 Lancaster St, Durham, NC 27701
2beds
1,682sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1935
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$699,500 Zestimate®
$410/sqft
$2,464 Estimated rent
Home value
$699,500
$658,000 - $741,000
$2,464/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2025 at 08:33pm
Listed by:
Chris M Culbreth,
Tony Hall & Associates
Bought with:
Joan Austin, 28248
Marie Austin Realty Co.
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 2501199
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Induction Cooktop
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Family Room, Masonry, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,682
- Total interior livable area: 1,682 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,682
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Unpaved
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Features: Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 100183
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Trinity Heights
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Unknown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2023 | Sold | $690,000+25.7%$410/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #2501199 | ||
| 3/26/2023 | Pending sale | $549,000$326/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2501199 | ||
| 3/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $549,000+184.5%$326/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2501199 | ||
| 7/23/2004 | Sold | $193,000+19.9%$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 7/25/2001 | Sold | $161,000+184.6%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,261 +16.5% | $631,644 +63.9% |
| 2024 | $5,375 +32.3% | $385,359 +24.2% |
| 2023 | $4,064 +2.3% | $310,259 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Trinity Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10E K Powe ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - E K Powe
- Middle: Durham - Brogden
- High: Durham - Riverside
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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Estimated market value
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