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Olumide Olurinmade

olumide@covenantrealty.com +1(919) 699-2200

Listed by Inhabit Real Estate

$549,000

Est. payment - /mo

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,257 SqFt

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Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Pending

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,257 sqft

Price per Sqft $436

Subdivision Not In A Subdivision

MLS Listing ID 10173537

Style Bungalow,Cape Cod

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1948

Annual Tax Amount $4,613

Lot Size 1,257 Sqft

Acres 0.21

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Doorify MLS

Land Area 1257

Property Description

Welcome to 2131 Sunset Avenue, a charming cottage in Durham's beloved Watts-Hillandale neighborhood, where thoughtful updates and an unbeatable location create the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and a family room addition give this home style, functionality, and a little extra room to spread out. Known for its historic character, walkable streets, and strong sense of community, Watts-Hillandale remains one of Durham's most sought-after neighborhoods. Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, Ninth Street, local restaurants, and everyday shopping are all just minutes away. For those who appreciate both urban convenience and access to nature, the location is hard to beat. Ellerbe Creek Trail and Indian Trail Park are just one block away, while two additional neighborhood parks are within easy walking distance. At home, a private fenced backyard offers a peaceful retreat for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. The main-floor primary suite features a spacious en-suite bath and direct access to the deck. Two additional flex spaces—one on the main level and one upstairs—provide options for guest rooms, home offices, hobbies, or additional living space. The upstairs room features sloped ceilings and is not included in the reported square footage because less than 50% of the area has a ceiling height above 7 feet. However, it has long functioned as a bedroom and has been reported as livable space in both MLS records and city documentation. Additional storage is available through bonus closets on the second floor and a backyard storage shed. Major improvements include a roof installed in 2019 and a water heater replaced in 2025. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the character of an established Durham neighborhood while benefiting from nearby parks, trails, Duke, and downtown amenities.

Location

State NC

County Durham

Community Not In A Subdivision

Area 0.21

Zoning R-5

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Cooling Central Air, Electric

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Family Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher

Exterior

Exterior Feature Private Yard, Storage

Parking Features Driveway

Fence Fenced

Roof Type Shingle, Architectural Shingle

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard

Story Two

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow, Cape Cod

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Durham - E K Powe Elementary

Middle Schools Durham - Brogden Middle

High Schools Durham - Riverside High

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 101245

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

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2131 Sunset AVE Durham, NC 27705

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