Own a bit of Durham's history! Over 1/2-acre private beautifully landscaped lot in Historic Lakewood. The 100-year-old folk Victorian bungalow farmhouse was completely renovated in 2011. Ultra-maintained home, tons of upgrades to include plumbing, electrical. roof. gorgeous custom cabinets. stunning granite countertop. stainless appliances. magnificent hardwood flooring. Elevated deck off the rear of the home. Buyer has first right of refusal on adjacent lot. Enjoy Urban Durham Living at its BEST!
Tucked away on a private, 1-acre wooded lot in Historic Lakewood. This 100 year old folk Victorian bungalow farmhouse has been completely renovated. All new plumbing, mechanical and electrical. New roof. Gorgeous new custom cabinets. Stunning granite counter top. Stainless appliances. Magnificent hardwood flooring. Elevated deck off the rear of the home.
Public Records
Aug 11, 2006
Sold
$35,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,746 (+46.8%)
$371,300 + $309,259
$680,559
2023
$4,594 (+2.3%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2022
$4,489 (+0.5%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2021
$4,468 (+2.4%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2020
$4,363
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2019
$4,363 (+43.1%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2018
$3,049 (+0.9%)
$39,450 + $185,347
$224,797
2017
$3,021 (+3.5%)
$39,450 + $184,918
$224,368
2016
$2,919 (+45.5%)
$39,450 + $184,918
$224,368
2014
$2,006 (+3.1%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2013
$1,945 (+2.3%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2012
$1,901 (+4,155.7%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2011
$45
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
Tax history for 1714 Chester Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,746 (+46.8%)
$371,300 + $309,259
$680,559
2023
$4,594 (+2.3%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2022
$4,489 (+0.5%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2021
$4,468 (+2.4%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2020
$4,363
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2019
$4,363 (+43.1%)
$63,000 + $287,737
$350,737
2018
$3,049 (+0.9%)
$39,450 + $185,347
$224,797
2017
$3,021 (+3.5%)
$39,450 + $184,918
$224,368
2016
$2,919 (+45.5%)
$39,450 + $184,918
$224,368
2014
$2,006 (+3.1%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2013
$1,945 (+2.3%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2012
$1,901 (+4,155.7%)
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
2011
$45
$34,273 + $110,665
$144,938
*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
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,468
Year built
1911
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
104361
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
RU-5(2)
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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
Neighborhood Protection Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Library
Feb 18, 2025 • Final
Building
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Sep 7, 2023 • Final
Mechanical
Bathroom
Kitchen
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.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Living/Dining Room Combination, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Tile Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Whirlpool Tub
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone
Fireplaces Total: 1
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Bamboo, Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
Block, Concrete, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Walk-In Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2534.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1964.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 570.0
Levels: Two
Ownership Type: Other
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.58
Lot Size Area: 0.58
Lot Size Dimensions: 405' x 25' x 201' x 75' x 197' x 100'
Lot Size Square Feet: 25047.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4468.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
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 Cornwallis and Chapel Hill Rd, north on Chapel Hill Rd 0.8 Miles. R on Ward. R on Chester Springs. From Duke University Rd and Chapel Hill Rd, south on Chapel Hill Rd 1.1 Miles. L on Ward. R on Chester Springs.
Latitude: 35.98051
Longitude: -78.92872
Postal Code: 27707
Road Responsibility: Road Maintenance Agreement
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,468
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1911
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 104361
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: 2022-07-08
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-15T19:43:49Z
Around this home
Schools
Lakewood Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
4/10
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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 106° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$769,000 – $931,000
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