2502 Englewood Avenue, Durham, NC 27705
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2502 Englewood Avenue, Durham, NC 27705
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Olumide Olurinmade

Olumide Olurinmade

+1(919) 699-2200
Listed by Nest Realty of the Triangle
$699,000
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,357 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,357 sqft

Price per Sqft $515

Subdivision Not In A Subdivision

MLS Listing ID 10156028

Style House,Site Built

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,357

Year Built 1920

Annual Tax Amount $5,265

Lot Size 7,405 Sqft

Acres 0.17

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Triangle MLS

Property Description

Tucked into beloved Watts-Hillandale — recently named Durham Magazine's "Best Neighborhood" — this rare 1920s bungalow offers the kind of charm and livability that is increasingly hard to find. With 1,757 total heated and cooled square feet, the property blends beauty and functionality in all the right ways: a thoughtfully updated 1,357-square-foot main house plus a finished 400-square-foot detached garage studio perfect for guests, work, art, music, workouts, or simply extra breathing room for everyday life. Meticulously renovated and exceptionally well maintained, this home offers all the character people love about historic houses while blending seamlessly with modern living. Oversized windows flood the home with natural light, while 10-foot ceilings, original trim, built-ins, arched doorways, and a unique double-sided fireplace create spaces that feel warm, inviting, and effortlessly stylish. Even the details tell a story here - from the historic brass pineapple door knocker to the playful modern pineapple-themed doormats, there's a thoughtful blend of old and new woven throughout the home. The renovated kitchen balances timeless design with everyday functionality, featuring solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and under-cabinet lighting. Site-finished red oak hardwoods run throughout the home, while the fully remodeled primary bathroom and additional ensuite bathroom added during the renovation make the layout live beautifully for modern life. At the heart of the home, the historic double-sided fireplace between the spacious living and dining rooms creates an easy flow from one space to the next and gives the home a surprisingly current, open feel while preserving its original soul. What truly sets this property apart is the level of care and investment poured into it. Major system updates have already been completed, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof replacement, refinished floors, new drywall ceilings and walls, updated light fixtures and ceiling fans, a rebuilt rocking-chair front porch, fresh interior paint, and a fully finished detached garage studio. Even more importantly, the seller took the uncommon step of proactively having the home evaluated before listing by an electrician, plumber, structural engineer, roofer, HVAC contractor, and pest company. Recommended repairs and improvements were completed, documentation is organized, and the result is a home that feels remarkably turnkey and confidence-inspiring. It's a rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty and craftsmanship of a historic home with the peace of mind typically associated with newer construction. The detached heated and cooled studio space (approximately 400 square feet) adds incredible flexibility - ideal for a home office, gym, creative studio, guest retreat, or future Airbnb setup if plumbing is added. It's the kind of bonus space that adapts easily as life evolves. Outside, the rebuilt rocking-chair front porch overlooks beautiful tiered garden beds and offers the perfect place to catch up with neighbors or unwind at the end of the day. The fenced backyard, shaded by a mature magnolia tree, feels peaceful, private, and manageable - offering just enough outdoor space to entertain, garden, or relax without spending every weekend maintaining it. And the lifestyle here is hard to overstate. Located just minutes from Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, parks, trails, and some of Durham's favorite local spots, Watts-Hillandale remains one of the city's most beloved historic neighborhoods for good reason. Coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, banks, LocoPops, Ninth Street, and Broad Street are all nearby, creating a connected, walkable lifestyle that's increasingly hard to find. E.K. Powe Elementary School and Oval Park are also close by, adding to the neighborhood's charm and convenience. This is the kind of home that makes it easy to simplify without sacrificing beauty!

Location

State NC

County Durham

Direction From Main Street, turn onto 9th St, then left onto Englewood. Property will be on your right.

Rooms

Other Rooms • Primary Bedroom: 11.0 x 13.6 (Main)
• Bedroom 2: 12.5 x 12.0 (Main)
• Bedroom 3: 11.8 x 10.6 (Main)
• Dining Room: 14.8 x 14.6 (Main)
• Kitchen: 11.3 x 10.6 (Main)

Primary Bedroom Level Main

Interior

Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower

Heating Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Double Sided, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Blinds

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater

Laundry Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Fenced Yard, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage

Garage Spaces 1.0

Fence Back Yard, Wood

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

View Y/N Yes

Roof Type Shingle

Porch Covered, Front Porch, Patio

Garage Yes

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, City Lot, Cleared, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private

Faces From Main Street, turn onto 9th St, then left onto Englewood. Property will be on your right.

Foundation Permanent

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow

Structure Type Brick,Cedar

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Durham - E K Powe Elementary

Middle Schools Durham - Brogden Middle

High Schools Durham - Riverside

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 103685

Special Listing Condition Standard

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