Sellers offering a $5,000 closing credit, which can be used at the buyers discretion for closing costs, rate buy downs, improvements, etc. Contact agent directly to talk about downpayment assistance programs for first time homebuyers and examples of how the credit could produce a lower monthly payment. Some opportunities are simply twice as nice, and this 1945 home is no exception. Set on a corner lot, this property offers room to spread out and create something special. But the magic doesn't stop at the lot line. The 812 square foot exterior entry basement, mirroring the homes footprint, is ready for whatever sawdust and daydreams you can imagine! Inside, the home lives simply with two bedrooms, one full bath, and defined living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Fresh paint and new carpet bring a crisp refresh; the perfect canvas for your personal style and future updates. Enjoy slow mornings on the porch or unwind in the evening overlooking a yard full of possibility. Whether your vision includes gardens and gatherings or expansion and community living, this property offers the kind of flexibility that rarely comes along. Double the footprint. Double the potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$270Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Courtney Eason• Inhabit Real Estate
Bought with Alicia Acuna• Acuna Realty & Investments
Est. $1,663 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1501 Fairfax Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10170499
Jul 30, 2026
Sold
$220,000
$270/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Pending
—
May 29, 2026
Listed
$235,000
$288/sq ft
TMLS #10141851
Apr 13, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2026
Price Changed
$234,900
$288/sq ft
Jan 16, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$307/sq ft
TMLS #2343318
Dec 2, 2020
Sold
$160,000
$196/sq ft
Nov 3, 2020
Contingent
—
Oct 28, 2020
Price Changed
$164,900
$202/sq ft
Sep 17, 2020
Listed
$174,900
$215/sq ft
+22
Move in ready in Sherwood Forest! FRESHLY Painted & newer Berber carpet! FULL BASEMENT! Newer windows throughout offers lots of natural light! Large lot! Cute covered porch opens into bright spacious Family Room that flows into hallway leading to 2 good size bedrooms with ceiling fans. Bathroom features tile walls & new flooring. Hall closet great for linens. Side entry into kitchen with white cabinetry & New flooring. Fenced in backyard with beautiful mature trees offers privacy. NO HOA!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,982 (+47.3%)
$102,000 + $97,957
$199,957
2024
$1,345 (+6.5%)
$102,000 + $97,957
$199,957
2023
$1,263 (+2.3%)
$23,900 + $72,548
$96,448
2022
$1,234 (+0.5%)
$23,900 + $72,548
$96,448
2021
$1,229 (+104.8%)
$23,900 + $72,548
$96,448
2020
$600
$23,900 + $72,548
$96,448
2019
$600 (+81.7%)
$23,900 + $72,548
$96,448
2018
$330 (+0.7%)
$11,950 + $36,712
$48,662
2017
$328 (+3.7%)
$11,950 + $36,712
$48,662
2016
$316 (−24.4%)
$11,950 + $36,712
$48,662
2014
$418 (+2.9%)
$10,412 + $50,107
$60,519
2013
$406 (+2.3%)
$10,412 + $50,107
$60,519
2012
$397 (+0.7%)
$10,412 + $50,107
$60,519
2011
$394
$10,412 + $50,107
$60,519
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
727
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
120465
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
RU-5
F/J-B
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.
Zone overlays
Watershed Protection Overlay - Falls/Jordan District B
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking Total: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup