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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Property details
Exterior
Finance
Exterior features
Partially wooded lot
Paved public road frontage
Corner location at Ellis Road and Riddle Road
Home design
Residential zoning
Construction
Lot area approximately 0.35 acres
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Utilities details: see remarks
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Other
Located in Durham County
Postal code 27703
Directions: From downtown Durham take 147 South, exit Ellis Rd, turn right; property is on the corner of Ellis and Riddle Roads.
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INVESTOR SPECIAL. Home is livable and has been updated but needs more TLC. House has new foundation. Certificate from city in docs. It is currently leased on a M2M basis. Owner would like to sell as a package with 1202 Ellis rd or separately.
TMLS #2453376
Sep 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 8, 2022
Relisted
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Aug 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Jun 3, 2022
Listed
$295,000
RENT. #1
Jul 5, 2022
Price Changed
$1,840
TMLS #2399568
Sep 30, 2021
Listing Removed
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Aug 2, 2021
Listed
$260,000
Public Records
Oct 25, 2019
Sold
$100,000
Public Records
Dec 13, 2016
Sold
$91,000
Public Records
Dec 30, 2005
Sold
$132,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,018 (+26.7%)
$128,250 + $176,180
$304,430
2024
$2,382 (+6.5%)
$128,250 + $176,180
$304,430
2023
$2,237 (+2.3%)
$26,960 + $143,825
$170,785
2022
$2,186 (+0.5%)
$26,960 + $143,825
$170,785
2021
$2,176 (+2.4%)
$26,960 + $143,825
$170,785
2020
$2,124
$26,960 + $143,825
$170,785
2019
$2,124 (+63.2%)
$26,960 + $143,825
$170,785
2018
$1,302 (+0.7%)
$20,220 + $75,750
$95,970
2017
$1,292 (+3.5%)
$20,220 + $75,750
$95,970
2016
$1,248 (+36.1%)
$20,220 + $75,750
$95,970
2014
$917 (+3.1%)
$24,924 + $41,353
$66,277
2013
$889 (+2.3%)
$24,924 + $41,353
$66,277
2012
$869 (+0.7%)
$24,924 + $41,353
$66,277
2011
$864
$24,924 + $41,353
$66,277
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,674
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,674
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
156867
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Mar 31, 2020 • Final
Building
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, 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
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1206 Ellis Rd
$912,270
$88K under list price of $1.00M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $345K to $593K.