Absolutely charming cottage in Duke Forest a walk/bike from Duke. Full acre of completely fenced & wooded land w/ 11,000 bulbs and perennial landscaping. Beautifully refinished hardwoods in lvg/dng area surrounded by windows w/ outdoor view; brk FP. Enduring brick ext. , classy stone wall in front, side patio, b'fast nook, att. garage, new HVAC system. Excellent condition - MUST SEE
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$485Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Len Stanley• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with Tony Hall• Tony Hall & Associates
Source:TMLS #818727
Redfin Estimate
$855,073
$545K since sold in October 2015$4,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 47.9% higher than the average sale price ($578K) of 6 comparable homes.
FOR COMPS ONLY. HOUSE SOLD IN 'AS IS' CONDITION. ORIGINAL KITCHEN, OIL FURNACE & C/T BATHS. HDWD FLRS-WONDERFUL LOT W/ HDWOOD TREES & PRIVACY-HOUSE NEEDS TLC IDEAL DUKE FOREST LOCATION-BIKE TO CAMPUS!
Public Records
Oct 14, 2015
Sold
$310,000
$176/sq ft
TMLS #818727
Dec 12, 2005
Sold
$205,000
$116/sq ft
Aug 12, 2005
Listed
$210,000
$119/sq ft
Absolutely charming cottage in Duke Forest a walk/bike from Duke. Full acre of completely fenced & wooded land w/ 11,000 bulbs and perennial landscaping. Beautifully refinished hardwoods in lvg/dng area surrounded by windows w/ outdoor view; brk FP. Enduring brick ext. , classy stone wall in front, side patio, b'fast nook, att. garage, new HVAC system. Excellent condition - MUST SEE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,067 (+380.3%)
$570,000 + $445,502
$1,015,502
2024
$2,096 (+6.5%)
$570,000 + $445,502
$1,015,502
2023
$1,968 (+2.3%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2022
$1,923 (−63.2%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2021
$5,226 (+2.4%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2020
$5,103
$149,925 + $260,309
$410,234
2019
$5,103 (+32.6%)
$149,925 + $260,309
$410,234
2018
$3,848 (+0.7%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2017
$3,820 (+3.5%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2016
$3,690 (+25.7%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2014
$2,936 (+3.1%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2013
$2,847 (+2.3%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2012
$2,783 (+0.7%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2011
$2,765
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
Tax history for 2511 Perkins Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,067 (+380.3%)
$570,000 + $445,502
$1,015,502
2024
$2,096 (+6.5%)
$570,000 + $445,502
$1,015,502
2023
$1,968 (+2.3%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2022
$1,923 (−63.2%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2021
$5,226 (+2.4%)
$149,925 + $338
$150,263
2020
$5,103
$149,925 + $260,309
$410,234
2019
$5,103 (+32.6%)
$149,925 + $260,309
$410,234
2018
$3,848 (+0.7%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2017
$3,820 (+3.5%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2016
$3,690 (+25.7%)
$99,950 + $183,728
$283,678
2014
$2,936 (+3.1%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2013
$2,847 (+2.3%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2012
$2,783 (+0.7%)
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
2011
$2,765
$74,306 + $137,832
$212,138
*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
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
Apr 3, 2025 • Final
Building
New construction
Apr 1, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
New construction
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
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 7
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Package
Heating Type: Package
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Ranch
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick Veneer
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Roof Shape Type: Wood Truss
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: DUKE UNIV HOMESITES
Living Sq. Ft: 1,764
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,388
Building Sq. Ft: 2,086
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: DUKE UNIVERSITY HOMESITES/LT#H-7B H-8 H-9A H-9A/R
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 322
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 43,560
Legal Lot Number: H
Municipality Name: CNTY-DRHM/CITY-DURHAM
Acres: 1
Depth Footage: 246
Front Footage: 169
Zoning Code: RS-10
County Use Description: VAC RES/ LOT-SML TRA
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,764
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Durham County
APN: 108113
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lakewood Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
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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, 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
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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
$813,000 – $984,000
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