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$599,000
↓ $16K (2.6%)
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1308 Ruffin Street

Durham, NC 27701
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,553 Ft²
$3,392
Est. Monthly

About This Property

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.
Unit Size
1,553 Ft²
Days on Market
93 days
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$386
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$450
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1945

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Last updated: 6 days ago (TMLS #10181610)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 25, 2026 Price Decreased $599,000
↓ $16K (2.6%)
Price Decreased
Sep 10, 2026 Price Decreased $615,000
↓ $10K (1.6%)
Price Decreased
Jul 22, 2026 Listed by Urban Durham Realty $625,000
Listed by Urban Durham Realty
Apr 22, 2022 Sold
Sold
Mar 16, 2022 Listed by Urban Durham Realty $550,000
Listed by Urban Durham Realty
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Fireplace
Parking Details
Parking Features: Asphalt, On Street
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Rooms: 10
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 1
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1553
Architectural Style: Cottage
Year Built: 1945
Building Area Total: 1553
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Patio and Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Square Feet: 7405
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Map Number: 01
Tax Assessed Value: $531,582
Tax Annual Amount: $5,402
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Gas Pack
Heating Type: None
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1945
  • Effective Year Built: 1945
  • Total Rooms: 3
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 8
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 5
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,841
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,300
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 600
  • Total Building Area: 1,511
  • Building Area: 1,511
  • Building Area Measurement: E

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 24
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,511
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SECURITY HME BLDRS/POPE
  • Land Acres: 0000000180
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 111
  • Legal Description 1: SECURITY HME BLDRS/POPE/B LK:C/LT#01 PL000015-000074

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Durham Public Schools
  • School Tax District Code 2: CTY DURHAM
  • Census Tract: 000302

Zoning

  • Zoning: RU-5

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: BK 15 PG 74
  • Parcel: 105506
  • Block: C
  • Lot: 1
  • Municipality: CITY OF DURHAM
  • Latitude: 36.0127
  • Longitude: -78.9026

    Address

  • Full Address: 1308 Ruffin St
  • Address - House Number: 1308
  • Address - Street Name: Ruffin
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: NC
  • City Name: Durham
  • Carrier Code: C005
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1649
  • Zip Code: 27701

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $466,776

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1468
  • Valuation Date: Nov 29, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 82
  • Final Value: 659,640
  • High Value: 756,517
  • Low Value: 562,764

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $356,345
  • Market Land Value: $93,920
  • Market Improvement Value: $262,425

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $356,345
  • Assessed Land Value: $93,920
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $262,425

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 26, 2022
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 22, 2022
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 17079
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Dec 28, 2018
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Dec 21, 2018
  • Previous Sale Amount: $355,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1308 Ruffin Street built and last sold?
The property at 1308 Ruffin Street was built in 1945 and last sold on Mar 26, 2022 for $1,240.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1308 Ruffin Street is $567,727.
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