Charming Cottage Near Duke with Garden Oasis & Income Potential! Come home to this inviting one-level, 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage tucked away in a quiet neighborhood just north of Duke University Medical Center. This unique and lovingly maintained home blends warmth and creativity, offering both comfortable living and flexible possibilities for the next owner. From the moment you arrive, you'll be charmed by the cottage feel—hardwood floors, large windows, and a welcoming front porch. Inside, enjoy thoughtfully updated spaces throughout, including hardwoods, fresh paint, new light fixtures, and a renovated mudroom that adds extra living space and functionality. The updated kitchen includes updated counters, a stainless steel stove and dishwasher, and beautifully coordinated finishes. The home's flexible layout allows for a potential short-term rental setup or private guest suite, complete with a kitchenette and proven rental history. Whether you'd like to continue generating income or enjoy the home entirely as a single-family residence, the design offers privacy and versatility. Step outside into a true backyard sanctuary—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy peaceful evenings around the fire pit, tend to your garden beds, or rinse off in the outdoor hot/cold solar shower. Thoughtful improvements continue outdoors, including new patios and walkways with Chapel Hill gravel (just like Duke Gardens!), fencing, a pergola, and professional drainage. Major updates provide peace of mind: new roof in 2018, upgraded electrical panel, encapsulated crawlspace with dehumidifier, newer HVAC and ductwork, newer plumbing, and newer windows throughout most of the home. Two garages, outdoor lighting, and abundant storage complete the picture. A truly special property filled with character and comfort—ready for its next creative owner to make it their own!
Pending
$435,000
2811 Omah St, Durham, NC 27705
3beds
1,854sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
0.29 Acres Lot
$351,700 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Backyard sanctuaryHardwood floorsNew patios and walkwaysProfessional drainageThoughtfully updated spacesLarge windowsNew roof
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 05, 2025 at 10:40pm
Listed by:
Bert Woodall 919-414-3699,
West & Woodall Real Estate - D,
Kirk West 919-524-5138,
West & Woodall Real Estate - D
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10129136
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Apartment/Suite, Bar, Crown Molding, Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,854
- Total interior livable area: 1,854 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,854
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Gravel, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Second Garage, Storage, Workshop, See Remarks
- Parcel number: 0823012333
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage, Craftsman, Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $365,637
- Annual tax amount: $3,049
- Date on market: 10/22/2025
- Lease term: Month To Month
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$351,700
$320,000 - $387,000
$1,629/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Pending sale | $435,000$235/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000+97.7%$235/sqft |
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| 5/27/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/28/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,650+22.2%$1/sqft |
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| 2/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,625 +18.8% | $365,637 +67.2% |
| 2024 | $3,050 +6.5% | $218,645 |
| 2023 | $2,864 +2.3% | $218,645 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,513/mo
Principal & interest
$2100
Property taxes
$261
Home insurance
$152
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Omah Street
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hillandale ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10George L Carrington MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Hillandale
- Middle: Durham - Carrington
- 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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