1920 Cook Road is one of those once in a lifetime opportunities in PRIME Durham locations where you combine new construction & land in this stunning custom built single story Modern Home. Home was destined for entertaining. Immediately you are blown away by the 15 ft soaring ceilings thru-out w/ an abundance of natural light w/ chic/stylish design selections thru-out. No detail overlooked - floating vanities, frameless showers, luxury vinyl plank thru-out, oversized island w/ quartz countertops, custom designed primary closet & so much more. In addition to 3 bedrooms, home features private office space. The double driveways provide plenty of parking & even the possibility to add an AUD w/ private driveway & parking - let your imagination run wild with this. On . 78 lot. No HOA allows for the flexibility to create the zen space or income producing space you've always dreamed of. Centrally located between Duke & UNC. Minutes to downtown Durham, Southpoint mall & RTP. Furnishings to convey if buyer would like. This is the one you've been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
2022Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$271Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Matt Perry• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Bought with Patrick Shin• Long & Foster Real Estate INC
YOU GOT TO SEE THE DREAM TO KNOW THE DREAM!!! WELCOME TO DURHAM!! SOUTHSIDE OF MLK. This 1950 ranch is nestle on a ". 787" ARCE LOT. Whether tear down OR major rehab/ add on, this "LOT" is waiting for YOU!! With City Water, City Sewer, Natural Gas & Electrical on site. Per the city the only option for an "ADDITIONAL" housing unit on the property is to construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit. Possible "MAIN" HOUSE and a ( ADU). GREAT PLACE TO BUILD!!! COME SEE AND MAKE A OFFER!!!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,539 (+3.9%)
$246,125 + $514,373
$760,498
2024
$7,255 (+6.5%)
$246,125 + $514,373
$760,498
2023
$6,813 (+224.2%)
$100,687 + $419,426
$520,113
2022
$2,102 (+0.5%)
$100,687 + $419,426
$520,113
2021
$2,092 (+2.4%)
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2020
$2,043
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2019
$2,043 (+38.0%)
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2018
$1,480 (+0.7%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2017
$1,469 (+3.5%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2016
$1,419 (+3.0%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2014
$1,378 (+106.2%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2013
$668 (+2.3%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2012
$653 (+0.7%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2011
$649
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
Tax history for 1920 Cook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,539 (+3.9%)
$246,125 + $514,373
$760,498
2024
$7,255 (+6.5%)
$246,125 + $514,373
$760,498
2023
$6,813 (+224.2%)
$100,687 + $419,426
$520,113
2022
$2,102 (+0.5%)
$100,687 + $419,426
$520,113
2021
$2,092 (+2.4%)
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2020
$2,043
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2019
$2,043 (+38.0%)
$100,518 + $63,693
$164,211
2018
$1,480 (+0.7%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2017
$1,469 (+3.5%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2016
$1,419 (+3.0%)
$55,843 + $53,252
$109,095
2014
$1,378 (+106.2%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2013
$668 (+2.3%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2012
$653 (+0.7%)
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
2011
$649
$70,131 + $29,467
$99,598
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
824
Year built
2022
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
147424
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-20
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
Apr 30, 2025 • Final
Building
Addition
Bathroom
Remodel
Apr 17, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Convert the garage into a living space, office, and bathroom.
Bathroom
Electrical
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
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Tankless Water Heater