Investor Opportunity in Prime Durham Location! Unlock the potential of 128 Nelson St, a 2-bed, 2-bath home tucked in the sought-after West College Heights community. This property is ideal for renovators, buy and-hold investors, or anyone looking to build serious equity in a rapidly growing area. Enjoy unmatched convenience with a 5-minute walk to NCCU and a 10- minute stroll to Downtown Durham, home to some of the Triangle's best dining, nightlife, and entertainment. With no HOA, flexible use possibilities, and a vacant home ready for viewing anytime, this is a rare opportunity to secure a value-add project in the heart of the Bull City. Don't miss your chance to transform this space into a profitable investment or standout rental! Some photos have been virtually staged to illustrate potential furniture placement and to digitally remove personal items or clutter; the home is not currently furnished as shown.
Pending
$209,000
128 Nelson St, Durham, NC 27707
2beds
1,570sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1951
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$205,000 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 18 days |
- 2,134 |
- 118 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 07:47am
Listed by:
Nicholas Huscroft 330-249-3499,
Chosen Real Estate Group
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10135048
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,570
- Total interior livable area: 1,570 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,570
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 117131
- Special conditions: Seller Not Owner of Record
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
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: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $269,552
- Annual tax amount: $2,139
- Date on market: 11/26/2025
Estimated market value
$205,000
$195,000 - $215,000
$2,161/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $209,000$133/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $209,000+81.7%$133/sqft |
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| 6/28/2002 | Sold | $115,000$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,672 +24.9% | $269,552 +75.8% |
| 2024 | $2,139 +6.5% | $153,322 |
| 2023 | $2,008 +2.3% | $153,322 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,254/mo
Principal & interest
$1056
Property taxes
$125
Home insurance
$73
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10C. C. Spaulding ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Sherwood Githens MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 4/10Charles E Jordan Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Spaulding
- Middle: Durham - Rogers-Herr
- High: Durham - Hillside
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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