In 1960, when JFK was running his campaign for president & Wilt Chamberlain was scoring 100 points in a game, this sweet split level was being built. Tucked away on a private . 55 acres, the home lives large, inside & out. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated, with loads of storage. Hardwood floors throughout the main & upper floors. LVP on the lower level. Separate workroom houses washer/dryer. Outside find tended gardens, patio, huge deck, & beautiful, rolling lawn. Walk to Al Buehler Trail.
Classic Duke Forest home on stunning LARGE lot! Wonderful true HW floors, mostly replacement windows, spacious hobby/workshop room, updated kitchen, almost new smooth-top stove, all appliances convey, FOREST VIEW ELEMENTARY and JORDAN HIGH!!! IT DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER - IT ONLY GETS MORE EXPENSIVE!!!
TMLS #2254031
Jun 28, 2019
Sold
$425,000
$204/sq ft
May 13, 2019
Contingent
—
May 9, 2019
Listed
$399,900
$192/sq ft
In 1960, when JFK was running his campaign for president & Wilt Chamberlain was scoring 100 points in a game, this sweet split level was being built. Tucked away on a private . 55 acres, the home lives large, inside & out. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated, with loads of storage. Hardwood floors throughout the main & upper floors. LVP on the lower level. Separate workroom houses washer/dryer. Outside find tended gardens, patio, huge deck, & beautiful, rolling lawn. Walk to Al Buehler Trail.
TMLS #1681470
Nov 12, 2009
Sold
$198,000
$95/sq ft
Oct 9, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Aug 22, 2009
Listed
$209,000
$100/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 24, 2003
Sold
$188,500
$90/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1993
Sold
$145,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,920 (+25.9%)
$341,000 + $357,045
$698,045
2024
$5,497 (+6.5%)
$341,000 + $357,045
$698,045
2023
$5,162 (+2.3%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2022
$5,044 (+0.5%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2021
$5,020 (+2.4%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2020
$4,902
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2019
$4,902 (+24.7%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2018
$3,930 (+0.7%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2017
$3,901 (+3.5%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2016
$3,769 (+16.7%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2014
$3,229 (+3.1%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2013
$3,131 (+2.3%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2012
$3,061 (+0.7%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2011
$3,041
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
Tax history for 2714 Mcdowell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,920 (+25.9%)
$341,000 + $357,045
$698,045
2024
$5,497 (+6.5%)
$341,000 + $357,045
$698,045
2023
$5,162 (+2.3%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2022
$5,044 (+0.5%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2021
$5,020 (+2.4%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2020
$4,902
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2019
$4,902 (+24.7%)
$116,250 + $277,821
$394,071
2018
$3,930 (+0.7%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2017
$3,901 (+3.5%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2016
$3,769 (+16.7%)
$69,750 + $219,998
$289,748
2014
$3,229 (+3.1%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2013
$3,131 (+2.3%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2012
$3,061 (+0.7%)
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
2011
$3,041
$62,978 + $170,328
$233,306
*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
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,076
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
101167
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 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
Feb 12, 2026 • Final
Building
Addition
Jan 16, 2026 • Final
Plumbing
Perform alterations to the basement, closet, and kitchen. Install plumbing fixtures including a toilet, sink, shower, and dishwasher.
Plumbing
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
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, On Street, Parking Lot
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator