Welcome to the perfect blend of historic Durham charm and modern convenience at 1007 Rosedale Avenue. Located one mile from Durham's sought-after American Tobacco Historic District, this beautifully updated 1925 home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths just minutes from some of the city's most iconic destinations. Enjoy easy access to Duke University, approximately 2 miles away, and the vibrant dining, entertainment, and sporting events surrounding the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, just 1 mile from your doorstep. Fenced back yard makes staying at home great too. Thoughtfully renovated by a licensed contractor in 2021, this home combines timeless character with today's most desired upgrades, including a new roof, HVAC system, and PEX plumbing. Whether you're enjoying the convenient urban lifestyle, exploring nearby restaurants and entertainment venues, or simply relaxing at home, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Durham's history with the peace of mind that comes from significant recent updates.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$277Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Melanie Jones• Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
Listed by Courtney Javornik• Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
Lakewood Park, located between Lakewood Avenue and Fayetteville Street, is a historic and residential Durham neighborhood with a walkable street grid and a pocket-park feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lakewood Avenue corridor near the Lakewood Shopping Center, where small storefronts and everyday errands set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Lakewood Social and Cocoa Cinnamon anchor local hangouts with coffee, cocktails, and a patio-forward scene. Early-20th-century bungalows and cottages line leafy blocks, with porches and modest setbacks shaping the streetscape. The American Tobacco Trail and nearby green space add a nature-thread to daily routines. Downtown Durham sits a short ride away, keeping arts and dining within reach without changing the neighborhood’s calm cadence.
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Offer insights
1007 Rosedale Ave · $500,000
$500K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $500K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
79 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bamboo and tile flooring
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (all on the main level)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bathroom
Flooring
Bamboo
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric, heat pump)
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Front porch
Back yard fencing
Home design
One-story site-built house
No shared/common walls
Parking
Driveway with parking for 2 vehicles
Construction
Fiber cement exterior
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Other
Lot approximately 0.12 acre (zoned R-3)
Electricity and solar
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This gorgeous home up on a hill is a true work of art. The light flows into this soothing space with a HUGE kitchen, open to the dining and living areas and high ceilings. Fantastic location near the Durham Co-Op, restaurants, and all that downtown has to offer! Gorgeous tile work in the kitchen and bathrooms. Beautiful calming design details. All new bamboo and tile flooring, SS appliances (+wine cooler), new plumbing, electric, roof, HVAC, etc. Check out this beautiful urban sanctuary!
Public Records
Aug 28, 2020
Sold
$944,000
$523/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,719 (+6.5%)
$168,000 + $358,357
$526,357
2023
$3,492 (+170.7%)
$61,600 + $204,990
$266,590
2022
$1,290 (+0.5%)
$61,600 + $204,990
$266,590
2021
$1,284 (+2.4%)
$61,325 + $39,476
$100,801
2020
$1,254
$61,325 + $39,476
$100,801
2019
$1,254 (+67.4%)
$61,325 + $39,476
$100,801
2018
$749 (+0.7%)
$16,725 + $38,488
$55,213
2017
$743 (+3.5%)
$16,725 + $38,488
$55,213
2016
$718 (+17.7%)
$16,725 + $38,488
$55,213
2014
$610 (+3.0%)
$13,900 + $30,229
$44,129
2013
$592 (+2.3%)
$13,900 + $30,229
$44,129
2012
$579 (+0.7%)
$13,900 + $30,229
$44,129
2011
$575
$13,900 + $30,229
$44,129
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,192
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,192
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
108365
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RU-5(2)
Residential Urban Districts
The RU Districts are established to provide for orderly urban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the urban neighborhood. Such uses should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Library
Apr 6, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Perform an addition and remodel. Install plumbing fixtures including water closets, lavatories, a shower, a sink, an electric water heater, a washing machine, and a dishwasher. The rear deck is excluded from the scope of work.
Remodel
Apr 6, 2022 • Final
Building
Perform an addition and remodel on a building. The rear deck has been removed from the scope of work.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27707
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1007 Rosedale Ave
$477,747
$22K under list price of $500K
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