Original Jim Webb designed, Duke Forest Modernist home w/ the elan you want & the updates you need. .. & it's MOVE-IN READY, y'all! A chef's kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless appliances & 6-burner gas stove. Tastefully updated Baths. Security System. Lush outdoor spaces in a park-like setting w/ small stream & bridge. What more could you want? How about your own Bomb Shelter, nestled into the backyard berm? Could be a great focal point for entertaining or even the coolest office in the Bull City.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.61 acresLot Size
$394Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rene Hendrickson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listed by Scott Hawkins• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
This contemporary modern house is located in the Duke Forest community in Durham. The house has a walk out basement with a recreation room, laundry room, and a half bath. The second floor has three bedrooms with renovated bathrooms. Beautiful design...
and the house has been nicely updated.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Mid-Century Contemporary split level renovated with modern day flair! Bright-light filled living room with fireplace and parquet flooring. Kitchen features granite counter tops, stainless appliances with 6 burner gas range. Fully re-done baths, hardwood floors in bedrooms and new A/C. Nice brick patio located in back. Wonderful private lot with small stream and it's own bridge. "Cute" large cinder block detached storage/bomb shelter. Easy commute to downtown Durham, Duke and Chapel Hill.
TMLS #1997458
Apr 10, 2015
Sold
$257,000
$118/sq ft
Mar 20, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2015
Listed
$257,000
$118/sq ft
Fantastic location steps from Duke University * Amazing opportunity * Large private lot
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,662 (+17.9%)
$354,200 + $390,421
$744,621
2023
$6,498 (+2.3%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2022
$6,349 (+0.5%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2021
$6,319 (+2.4%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2020
$6,170
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2019
$6,170 (+11.6%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2018
$5,527 (+0.7%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2017
$5,486 (+3.5%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2016
$5,301 (+60.3%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2014
$3,307 (+3.1%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2013
$3,206 (+2.3%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2012
$3,134 (+0.7%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2011
$3,114
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
Tax history for 1207 Woodburn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,662 (+17.9%)
$354,200 + $390,421
$744,621
2023
$6,498 (+2.3%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2022
$6,349 (+0.5%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2021
$6,319 (+2.4%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2020
$6,170
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2019
$6,170 (+11.6%)
$120,375 + $375,672
$496,047
2018
$5,527 (+0.7%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2017
$5,486 (+3.5%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2016
$5,301 (+60.3%)
$72,225 + $335,232
$407,457
2014
$3,307 (+3.1%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2013
$3,206 (+2.3%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2012
$3,134 (+0.7%)
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
2011
$3,114
$60,196 + $178,724
$238,920
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.61 Acres
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
2,186
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
116509
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
RS-10
Residential Suburban Districts
The RS Districts are established to provide for orderly suburban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the suburban neighborhood. Multifamily development is permitted in areas designated RS-M, which should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Aug 6, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new heat pump and air handling unit in the garage area. The heat pump will be located at the rear of the building and the air handling unit will be located on the right wall. Install new heating and air conditioning system ducts.
HVAC
Remodel
Aug 6, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Parking Pad
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Insert, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 2
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Parquet, Tile
Room Information
Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entry, Other
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Building Area Total: 2171.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1544.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 627.0
Levels: Multi/Split, One and One Half
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
Ownership Type: Other
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.61
Lot Size Area: 0.61
Lot Size Dimensions: 130x212x98x268
Lot Size Square Feet: 26571.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Amenities: Trail(s)
Association Fee: 0.0
Association Fee 2: 0.0
Association Fee Includes: Unknown
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: From Hwy 15-501: take Cornwallis Road exit. Turn LEFT on Academy Rd/Hwy 751. Turn RIGHT on Woodburn Rd. House is on the RIGHT. Long driveway to generous parking pad with room to turn around!
Latitude: 35.98129
Longitude: -78.94108
Postal Code: 27705
Road Frontage Type: Other
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,186
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Durham County
APN: 116509
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
In Basement, Laundry Room
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2018-02-06
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-18T02:11:53Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2018-02-07T04:06:48Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 500000.0
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lakewood Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$813,000 – $984,000
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