Calling all investors, visionaries, and flippers—this charming 1950s ranch is brimming with opportunity! Situated on a rare 1.57-acre lot in the heart of Durham, this 4-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,710 sq ft of living space and limitless potential to update, expand, or reimagine. The single-story layout provides a solid foundation with classic character and an easy flow between living and dining areas. The expansive lot opens endless possibilities—add a detached garage, accessory dwelling, garden oasis, or simply hold and land-bank in an area seeing tremendous growth. With a little cosmetic vision or a full-scale renovation, this property could transform into a beautiful primary residence, profitable flip, or long-term investment. Opportunities like this—with acreage, location, and flexibility—don't come often in Durham. Don't miss the chance to own this large-lot ranch! Schedule your tour today!
Pending
$299,000
2505 Roanoke St, Durham, NC 27704
4beds
1,710sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
1.57 Acres Lot
$295,100 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large-lot ranchLong-term investmentGarden oasisDetached garageCosmetic visionProfitable flipClassic character
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- 28 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 14, 2025 at 10:39am
Listed by:
Jade Cornae Rucker 919-495-6223,
Red Door Company
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10131542
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, See Remarks
- Basement: Concrete, Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,710
- Total interior livable area: 1,710 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,710
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.57 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 129378
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
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: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,509
- Annual tax amount: $2,281
- Date on market: 11/6/2025
Estimated market value
$295,100
$280,000 - $310,000
$1,869/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Pending sale | $299,000$175/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000+1893.3%$175/sqft |
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| 5/28/2009 | Sold | $15,000$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,949 +29.3% | $297,509 +81.9% |
| 2024 | $2,281 +6.5% | $163,548 |
| 2023 | $2,142 +2.3% | $163,548 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,716/mo
Principal & interest
$1432
Property taxes
$179
Home insurance
$105
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27704
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sandy Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Lucas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 2/10Northern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Glenn
- Middle: Durham - Lucas
- High: Durham - Northern
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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