NEW renovations just completed making this Duke Forest home better than ever! Nestled on a quiet, wooded lot in one of Durham's most coveted neighborhoods, this refreshed home offers rare privacy just minutes from Duke University, dining, and downtown Durham. Recent upgrades include a newly renovated kitchen with fresh cabinetry, backsplash, and countertops along with a completely updated secondary bathroom. Fresh interior paint, new carpet, a new roof (2024), and a whole-house generator add peace of mind and true move-in-ready appeal. The home features an expansive walk-out basement, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a versatile bonus space currently designed as a custom walk-in closet for the primary suite - easily converted back to a bedroom or office if needed. Located just 3 miles from Duke University West Campus and Medical Center, this Duke Forest opportunity combines modern updates, a serene setting, and an unbeatable location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.63 acresLot Size
$288Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Vanessa Miller• Real Broker, LLC
Listed by Tanner Miller• Real Broker, LLC
Bought with Ashley M Smith• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Est. $3,325 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2828 Mcdowell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10139293
Mar 11, 2026
Sold
$760,000
$288/sq ft
Jan 29, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 5, 2026
Listed
$750,000
$285/sq ft
TMLS #10126995
Dec 5, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Nov 13, 2025
Price Changed
$740,000
$281/sq ft
Oct 10, 2025
Listed
$750,000
$285/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,458 (−7.1%)
$281,175 + $269,441
$550,616
2024
$5,873 (+6.5%)
$281,175 + $269,441
$550,616
2023
$5,515 (+2.3%)
$122,025 + $299,033
$421,058
2022
$5,389 (+0.5%)
$122,025 + $299,033
$421,058
2021
$5,364 (+2.4%)
$122,025 + $299,033
$421,058
2020
$5,238
$122,025 + $299,033
$421,058
2019
$5,238 (+5.4%)
$122,025 + $299,033
$421,058
2018
$4,970 (+0.7%)
$81,350 + $285,040
$366,390
2017
$4,933 (+3.5%)
$81,350 + $285,040
$366,390
2016
$4,767 (+8.2%)
$81,350 + $285,040
$366,390
2014
$4,407 (+3.2%)
$72,104 + $246,253
$318,357
2013
$4,272 (+2.3%)
$72,104 + $246,253
$318,357
2012
$4,177 (+0.7%)
$72,104 + $246,253
$318,357
2011
$4,149
$72,104 + $246,253
$318,357
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,530
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
179660
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
Mar 5, 2026 • Active
Mechanical
Replace the heat pump and air handler in a residential building. The air handler is located in the attic.
HVAC
Mar 3, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Replace a heat pump and fan coil unit.
Electrical
HVAC
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: Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Room Information
Has Basement
Finished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Masonite
Building Area Total: 2635.0
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath, Standby Generator
Living Area: 2,635
Above Grade Finished Area: 2635.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Multi/Split
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.63
Lot Size Area: 0.63
Lot Size Square Feet: 27443.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 5458.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: VA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Heading East on University Dr, turn right onto Academy Rd, left on Pickett, right onto McDowell. House is on your left.
Latitude: 35.976024
Longitude: -78.944733
Postal Code: 27705
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,530
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 179660
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-03-12
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-01-05T13:05:09Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-01-05T13:05:09Z
Around this home
Schools
Lakewood Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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 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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$831,000 – $1.01M
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