Delightful bright home with separate studio in Trinity Park! Large windows and hardwoods throughout w/ carpet in study that leads into large master bed/bath. Updated (2011) bathrooms, granite counter tops in kitchen, (2013) HVAC and water heater. Beautifully landscaped lg corner lot w/ established flowering shrubs. Driveway and carport behind home. Darkroom in full basement. Studio is heated/cooled w/ large windows and separate driveway. Walking zone for Club Blvd. Humanities Elementary. A jewel!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
8,625 sq ftLot Size
$306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Emily Biggs• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Bought with Sudi Swirles• Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
Source:TMLS #2094167
Redfin Estimate
$581,695
$32K since sold in September 2021$29K since August
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This home's estimate is 9.8% higher than the average sale price ($530K) of 6 comparable homes.
Delightful bright home with separate studio in Trinity Park! Large windows and hardwoods throughout w/ carpet in study that leads into large master bed/bath. Updated (2011) bathrooms, granite counter tops in kitchen, (2013) HVAC and water heater. Beautifully landscaped lg corner lot w/ established flowering shrubs. Driveway and carport behind home. Darkroom in full basement. Studio is heated/cooled w/ large windows and separate driveway. Walking zone for Club Blvd. Humanities Elementary. A jewel!
TMLS #1771604
Sep 23, 2011
Sold
$165,000
$87/sq ft
Sep 15, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2011
Listed
$169,900
$89/sq ft
+15
Flexible floor plan - master bedroom could be den or playroom and study could be bedroom or nursery. Recently painted kitchen w/ dishwasher and breakfast bar. New carpet in MBR and study. FP in LR, hardwood floors in LR, DR & 2nd BR. W/ D currently in closet in MBR but could be moved to the basement. Replacement windows. Corner lot with fenced yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,301 (+1.5%)
$270,000 + $365,616
$635,616
2024
$6,210 (+6.5%)
$270,000 + $365,616
$635,616
2023
$5,832 (+5.0%)
$120,000 + $325,203
$445,203
2022
$5,552 (+18.2%)
$120,000 + $325,203
$445,203
2021
$4,698 (+2.4%)
$119,800 + $313,977
$433,777
2020
$4,588 (+12.4%)
$119,800 + $249,027
$368,827
2019
$4,081 (+15.7%)
$119,800 + $208,288
$328,088
2018
$3,526 (+4.4%)
$53,910 + $206,008
$259,918
2017
$3,378 (+3.5%)
$53,910 + $196,960
$250,870
2016
$3,264 (+31.3%)
$53,910 + $196,960
$250,870
2014
$2,485 (+3.1%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2013
$2,410 (+2.3%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2012
$2,356 (+0.7%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2011
$2,341
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
Tax history for 1500 Ruffin St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,301 (+1.5%)
$270,000 + $365,616
$635,616
2024
$6,210 (+6.5%)
$270,000 + $365,616
$635,616
2023
$5,832 (+5.0%)
$120,000 + $325,203
$445,203
2022
$5,552 (+18.2%)
$120,000 + $325,203
$445,203
2021
$4,698 (+2.4%)
$119,800 + $313,977
$433,777
2020
$4,588 (+12.4%)
$119,800 + $249,027
$368,827
2019
$4,081 (+15.7%)
$119,800 + $208,288
$328,088
2018
$3,526 (+4.4%)
$53,910 + $206,008
$259,918
2017
$3,378 (+3.5%)
$53,910 + $196,960
$250,870
2016
$3,264 (+31.3%)
$53,910 + $196,960
$250,870
2014
$2,485 (+3.1%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2013
$2,410 (+2.3%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2012
$2,356 (+0.7%)
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
2011
$2,341
$34,156 + $145,415
$179,571
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RU-5
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:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Feb 4, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Plumbing
Nov 23, 2021 • 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.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 240
Basement Type: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 5
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Package
Heating Type: Package
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Ranch
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Vinyl
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Roof Shape Type: Wood Truss
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SECURITY HM BLDRS INC PRT JOHN
Living Sq. Ft: 1,407
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,236
Building Sq. Ft: 1,407
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: PROP-SECURITY HOME BUILDERS/BLK:A/LT#05
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Carport
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 360
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 2
Land Sq. Ft: 8,712
Legal Lot Number: 5
Municipality Name: CNTY-DRHM/CITY-DURHAM
Acres: 0.2
Zoning Code: RU-5
County Use Description: RES/ 1-FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,900
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,625 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Durham County
APN: 105799
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 29, 2024
Around this home
Schools
Club Boulevard Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Brogden Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Riverside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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 • 27701
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$664,000 – $803,000
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