Spectacular Opportunity! 16.8 acres located in Durhams highly sought after Rural Tier. The property includes 1400+ sf home sitting back from the road on mostly cleared, flat land while still offering wooded secluded space. The opportunities are endless. 3 miles to Falls Lake, 7 to 11 miles to the areas dining and entertainment hot spots. 2917 & 2901 Redwood Road are being sold together. 2901 Redwood Road consists of 5.43 ac.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
10.91 acresLot Size
$677Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michael Smith• Homes For Life Real Estate, LL
Listed by Ruth Odom• Homes For Life Real Estate, LL
Northeast Durham, located between Downtown Durham and Research Triangle Park, is a residential and industrial Durham neighborhood with a rail-lined edge and a patchwork of wooded creeks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Roxboro Street (US-501) corridor near Club Boulevard, where taquerias, barbershops, corner markets, and auto shops set a steady, street-level rhythm. Housing ranges from mid-century ranches and brick bungalows to newer infill along wider arterials. The Museum of Life and Science and the Durham Athletic Park anchor local culture with hands-on exhibits and classic ballpark energy. Greenway segments and creek corridors thread through pockets of shade, while nearby warehouses and light-industry buildings hint at Durham’s working landscape. Commutes and errands often orbit I-85 ramps and the Roxboro spine.
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Offer insights
2917 Redwood Rd · $999,000
$985K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $985K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
159 days
The average home goes pending in 40 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Bathtub/shower combination
Ceiling fans
Sliding doors
Storm doors
Water heater
Water softener
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms (both on the main level)
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Range hood
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Stacked washer/dryer
Flooring
Concrete
Hardwood
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas heating
Wood stove
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Enclosed patio/porch
Front porch
Side porch
Grassed and wooded vegetation
Home design
Site-built house
One story
Rural/residential zoning (RR)
Construction
Built with a mix of brick, brick veneer, block, frame, concrete and asphalt materials
Concrete and block foundation
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
Well water
Septic tank
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
HOA & community
No association
Other
Approximately 10.91 acres lot
Living area approximately 1,476
Basement: full basement with concrete/block construction, interior and exterior entry, walk-up/walk-out access, and sump pump
Electricity and solar
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All brick, full unfinished basement, extremely well-maintained on 10.9+ acres. 2 BR/2 Full Bath, Living, Dining, Kitchen and Sunroom. Old sheds/barns are sold as-is. Beautiful, established landscaping, private and convenient. Perfectly nestled off the road. Ready for a new owner. 5+ Adjoining acres can be purchased with this property also!!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,470 (+45.8%)
$312,652 + $167,640
$480,292
2024
$2,381 (+6.5%)
$312,652 + $167,640
$480,292
2023
$2,235 (+4.8%)
$94,484 + $126,974
$221,458
2022
$2,132 (+14.0%)
$94,484 + $126,974
$221,458
2021
$1,871 (+1.2%)
$94,484 + $126,974
$221,458
2020
$1,849
$94,484 + $126,974
$221,458
2019
$1,849 (+13.7%)
$94,484 + $126,974
$221,458
2018
$1,625 (+1.1%)
$80,718 + $97,443
$178,161
2017
$1,608 (+3.2%)
$80,718 + $97,443
$178,161
2016
$1,558 (−2.5%)
$80,718 + $97,443
$178,161
2014
$1,598 (+5.0%)
$81,844 + $89,706
$171,550
2013
$1,521 (+3.5%)
$81,844 + $89,706
$171,550
2012
$1,470 (−0.2%)
$81,844 + $89,706
$171,550
2011
$1,473
$81,844 + $89,706
$171,550
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,476
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,476
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
170364
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RR
F/J-B
Residential Rural District
The RR District is established to provide for agricultural activities and residential development on lots of one acre or greater and in conservation subdivisions. Commercial and industrial development is generally prohibited. This district is used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as the Rural Tier. Lands within other Tiers that have existing RR zoning are acknowledged; however, such lands may be rezoned to more intensive zoning districts consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The regulations of this district are designed to discourage the development of urban services and to encourage the maintenance of an open and rural character.
Zone overlays
Falls of the Neuse / Jordan Lake Protected Area
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
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, 17 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 • 27704
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2917 Redwood Rd
$930,094
$69K under list price of $999K
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