MOTIVATED SELLER! * * Up to $2500 in closing costs with preferred lender! * * PSST! Hey. .. You. .. The one who has grown bored with the predictable, cookie-cutter style homes that are found on every street in the nation. The one who LOVES mid-century/post-WWII design. The one who is looking for unique and charming with a touch of exclusivity: There were only about 2,500, durable, all-metal Lustron homes built in the US between 1947-1950 in an effort to provide housing for returning armed service members. Allegedly, there are only 39 of these homes in NC; now is your opportunity to own one! This Lustron Westchester Deluxe plan initially offered 3 bedrooms (one is virtually staged as an office in the photos), one bathroom, casement windows, built-ins, and a metal roof. Over time, beautiful additions and updates have been made while preserving most of the home's original features. Today, this home offers 3 fully updated bathrooms, a garage with room for a workshop or extra storage, and a spacious sunroom that could flex as a multi-generational bedroom and living space. Holiday lights go up and come down -inside and out- in a matter of minutes, just need magnetic hooks! Shaded, low-maintenance lawn! Not only do you have the opportunity to own a unique home, but the location for this one is PERFECT- Situated in the established, beautiful Duke Forest area, you'll be right in the heart of Durham! Walk, bike, or ride less than a mile to shopping, dining, and more in Lakewood! Commuting would be a breeze: Duke's West Campus is just 1.1 miles down the street, 2 miles to Duke University Medical Center, Downtown's American Tobacco Complex and the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 3 miles to NCCU or the South Square area! 20 minutes to RDU! Ask your agent for the documents on file about this awesome home! Home is being sold as-is, and has been priced accordingly.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$314Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brett Rodgers• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Duke Forest, located between Duke University and Chapel Hill, is a wooded and residential Durham neighborhood with a protected research forest and winding, low-traffic roads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Al Buehler Trail loop at Duke Forest, where runners, cyclists, and dog walkers circulate under tall pines and hardwood canopy. Nearby pillars include the Nasher Museum of Art for contemporary exhibitions, Duke Performances for campus-stage concerts, and the Carolina Theatre for classic film and live shows downtown. Architecture leans toward mid-century and traditional homes set back from the street, with deep lots and a quiet, green edge. Daily rhythms follow trail time, campus events, and coffee stops along Ninth Street.
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Market insights
2421 Perkins Rd · $599,999
DAYS ON MARKET
98 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$599,999
Median sale price in this area is $463,768. (23% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bathtub/shower combination
Shower (stall)
Double vanity
Built-in bookcases and storage
Built-in features
Ceiling fans
Living/dining room combination
Open floorplan
Pantry
Smooth ceilings
Track lighting
Granite and laminate counters
Fireplace with screen (living room, wood-burning)
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (all on the main level)
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric range
Exhaust fan
Ice maker
Refrigerator
Granite counters
Pantry
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry room on main level (inside)
Flooring
Luxury vinyl (simulated wood)
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating and air
Forced air heating
Natural gas heating
Wall furnace
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Deck
Side porch
Awning(s)
Fenced private yard with wood/privacy fencing
Garden
Private entrance
Rain gutters
Storage shed(s)
Home design
Site-built single-story home
Entry on left side of home
Home faces northeast
One-level entry
Parking
Attached garage with garage door opener (1 garage space)
Driveway
Gravel parking
On-street parking
Total parking for approximately 6 vehicles
Security
Private entrance
Construction
Steel and wood siding
Block foundation
Metal/mixed roof
Lustron Westchester Deluxe model
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Cable connected
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Other
Zoned R-10
Lot is partially wooded
Lot size approximately 0.4 acre
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Own a piece of mid century modern architectural history walking distance to Duke Forest! Lustron Homes post WWII, were constructed from enameled steel and assembled on site. These mid-century gems provided returning soldiers an economical, yet well-built home for the family. This beauty is a 3BR, 2.5 BA model has been restored and added on to with care to maintain that retro vibe. Features include new floors throughout, updated light fixtures, all new appliances, amazing tile bathrooms, on an incredible Du
TMLS #2391047
Jul 7, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jun 20, 2021
Listed
$380,000
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 2021
Sold
$280,000
$147/sq ft
TMLS #511315
May 24, 1999
Sold
$223,500
$117/sq ft
May 24, 1999
Sold
$223,500
$117/sq ft
Apr 9, 1999
Listed
$223,500
$117/sq ft
Apr 9, 1999
Listed
$223,500
$117/sq ft
Public Records
May 28, 1993
Sold
$130,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,719 (+34.1%)
$399,000 + $278,788
$677,788
2024
$5,011 (+6.5%)
$399,000 + $278,788
$677,788
2023
$4,705 (+2.3%)
$104,850 + $254,375
$359,225
2022
$4,598 (+0.5%)
$104,850 + $254,375
$359,225
2021
$4,576 (+2.4%)
$104,850 + $254,375
$359,225
2020
$4,468 (+11.9%)
$104,850 + $254,375
$359,225
2018
$3,992 (+0.7%)
$69,900 + $224,420
$294,320
2017
$3,963 (+3.5%)
$69,900 + $224,420
$294,320
2016
$3,829 (+8.8%)
$69,900 + $224,420
$294,320
2014
$3,519 (+3.1%)
$47,226 + $207,053
$254,279
2013
$3,412 (+2.3%)
$47,226 + $207,053
$254,279
2012
$3,336 (+0.7%)
$47,226 + $207,053
$254,279
2011
$3,314
$47,226 + $207,053
$254,279
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,081
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,081
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
108147
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 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
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, 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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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27705
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 2421 Perkins Rd
$584,969
$15K under list price of $600K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $550K to $699K.