Welcome to your private sanctuary in the countryside of West Durham! Situated on over 3 acres of land, the homesite sits on roughly 2 fenced-in acres of private open space, encompassed with privacy fences and driveway gate. Adjacent parcel of about 1 acre located in the back of the property for further possible expansion. No HOA or restrictive covenants! Charming renovated 2-bedroom ranch home offers a dynamic flexible floorplan with each bedroom offering a private entrance, 2 full baths with tile walk-in-showers and luxurious fixtures & vanities (with the primary bath featuring a jetted spa tub!). Main entrance and living area opens up to eat-in kitchen then to the wrap-around screened-in porch that leads to both expansive front and back patios for fluid indoor/outdoor living! Front patio connects to carport and shed/outbuilding with covered patio area for leisure or additional storage/parking. Shed is hooked up with electricity and lights for a possible workshop/office/gym/storage/etc. Despite being in such a remote secluded setting, you're conveniently minutes away from I-85 access and a close proximity to Downtown Durham, Duke, Chapel Hill, Historic Hillsborough and so much more. If you're looking for space, privacy, and quiet - this is the one for you! Lots of possibilities with a versatile floorplan, dynamic indoor/outdoor living and a huge open lot! Schedule your showing today!
Sale and tax history for 3002 University Station Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10199267
Oct 19, 2026
Listed
$499,000
$332/sq ft
TMLS #2397856
Sep 17, 2021
Sold
$310,000
$207/sq ft
Jul 28, 2021
Contingent
—
Jul 26, 2021
Listed
$300,000
$200/sq ft
+25
Welcome home sweet home! Retreat to this peaceful space in the county yet so close to town! This spacious and superbly maintained 1931 home also has plenty of spaces outdoors for entertainment, garden, birdwatching and more. Porcelain tiled kitchen and screened porch, outdoor lighting, patios galore. Homesite sits on 2+ acres with an additional 1 acre adjacent that can be prepared for a much larger garden space and more. Railroad tracks nearby - enjoy the rhythmic sound of "choo choo" as it passes.
Public Records
Nov 23, 1998
Sold
$90,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,874 (+19.7%)
$171,600 + $205,600
$377,200
2024
$2,401 (+4.6%)
$57,800 + $172,500
$230,300
2023
$2,296 (+0.4%)
$57,800 + $172,500
$230,300
2022
$2,286 (+25.7%)
$57,800 + $172,500
$230,300
2021
$1,818 (+3.7%)
$57,800 + $126,700
$184,500
2020
$1,754 (+1.6%)
$52,900 + $111,300
$164,200
2019
$1,726 (+2.3%)
$52,900 + $111,300
$164,200
2018
$1,687 (+2.5%)
$52,900 + $111,300
$164,200
2017
$1,646 (+1.9%)
$52,900 + $111,300
$164,200
2016
$1,616
$52,900 + $111,300
$164,200
2015
$1,616 (+1.3%)
$57,300 + $100,300
$157,600
2014
$1,596 (+2.7%)
$57,300 + $100,300
$157,600
2013
$1,554 (+2.2%)
$57,300 + $100,300
$157,600
2011
$1,521 (+0.7%)
$57,333 + $99,103
$156,436
2010
$1,511
$57,333 + $99,103
$156,436
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.11 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,326
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,326
Year built
1931
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9893022879
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
R1
Rural Residential District
The purpose of the Rural Residential (R-1) District is to provide locations for rural non-farm residential development, at very low intensities, in areas where the short and long-term solutions to domestic water supply and sewage disposal shall be individual wells and ground absorption system.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Park & open space
Dec 19, 2013 • Final
Residential simple trade
Replace a gas package unit.
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being 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 • 27705
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3002 University Station Rd
$495,672
$3,328 under list price of $499K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $331K to $480K.