City Council just Rezoned!! Incredible Investment Opportunity! Prime location in fast growing area of Durham, perfectly situated between Downtown Durham and RTP. Just minutes in either direction to reach these employment and economic hubs. The property consists of two separate lots at the corner of Ellis and Riddle Roads. Once combined, it will be roughly 1.25 acres and ready to develop. City Council approved plan for 20 residences is in the photo and document section. This sale includes 1202 and 1206 Ellis Rd.
Ed Cook, located between Duke University’s West Campus and the Ninth Street District, is a residential and walkable Durham neighborhood with leafy blocks and a close-in, campus-adjacent feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Ninth Street and Main Street crossroads, where sidewalk patios, indie storefronts, and late-night bites set the tempo. Local pillars include Regulator Bookshop for readings and browsing, Monuts Donuts for coffee-and-doughnut lines, and the Carolina Theatre downtown for film and stage nights. Housing leans toward early-to-mid-century homes and compact infill, with mature trees framing front porches. A short ride leads to Duke Gardens’ formal paths and seasonal color. Nearby trails and green space at Oval Drive Park add a calm counterpoint to the street life.
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Offer insights
1202 Ellis Rd · $1,000,000
$985K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $985K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
366 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
Interior features
Flooring: see remarks
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Flooring
See remarks
Heating & cooling
Heat pump heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Shingle roof
Public maintained road access
Property located at the corner of Ellis Rd. and Riddle Rd.
Home design
Site-built property
Two levels
Construction
Construction materials: Unknown
Foundation: see remarks
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No homeowner association
Other
Lot size approximately 0.89 acres
Living area approximately 1,350
No horse privileges
County: Durham
Electricity and solar
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This ranch style home with a new roof & Approx . 83 acres is an investors DREAM given it's Prime location, right across from 2021 built townhome communities & 2022/2023 builds in progress. Owner is also willing to sell the adjacent home which will give you TWO houses on more than an acre lot to do with as you please. Appraisal and professional measurements coming soon. Being sold AS-IS.
RENT. #1
Jul 4, 2022
Price Changed
$1,530
$1/sq ft
TMLS #2453378
Aug 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Jun 3, 2022
Listed
$240,000
$178/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 2019
Sold
$115,000
$85/sq ft
TMLS #940525
Jan 11, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2007
Listed
$139,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 20, 2006
Sold
$117,000
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 14, 2004
Sold
$32,500
$24/sq ft
TMLS #770900
Dec 14, 2004
Sold
$90,000
$67/sq ft
Dec 14, 2004
Sold
$90,000
$67/sq ft
Nov 16, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Oct 24, 2004
Listed
$96,900
$72/sq ft
Oct 24, 2004
Listed
$96,900
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,733 (+18.0%)
$179,550 + $96,179
$275,729
2024
$2,315 (+6.5%)
$179,550 + $96,179
$275,729
2023
$2,174 (+2.3%)
$37,700 + $128,291
$165,991
2022
$2,125 (+0.5%)
$37,700 + $128,291
$165,991
2021
$2,115 (+2.4%)
$37,700 + $128,291
$165,991
2020
$2,065
$37,700 + $128,291
$165,991
2019
$2,065 (+46.9%)
$37,700 + $128,291
$165,991
2018
$1,406 (+0.7%)
$28,275 + $75,361
$103,636
2017
$1,395 (+3.5%)
$28,275 + $75,361
$103,636
2016
$1,348 (+25.5%)
$28,275 + $75,361
$103,636
2014
$1,074 (+3.1%)
$27,800 + $49,831
$77,631
2013
$1,042 (+2.3%)
$27,800 + $49,831
$77,631
2012
$1,018 (+0.7%)
$27,800 + $49,831
$77,631
2011
$1,012
$27,800 + $49,831
$77,631
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,364
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,364
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
156871
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RR
Residential Rural District
The RR District is established to provide for agricultural activities and residential development on lots of one acre or greater and in conservation subdivisions. Commercial and industrial development is generally prohibited.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Jan 22, 2020 • Final
Building
Perform interior alterations including the installation of support beams and girders.
Remodel
Oct 29, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Replace a damaged electrical meter socket.
Electrical
Electric meter
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, 15 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 • 27703
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1202 Ellis Rd
$914,879
$85K under list price of $1.00M
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