UNDER $200k for this Cute bungalow with a beautifully done renovation in 2020 that has been meticulously maintained! Situated on almost half an acre, this home offers stylish luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and an open floor plan perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features a breakfast bar, ample counter space, and abundant cabinetry. Enjoy recessed lighting and a cozy living room that feels warm and inviting. The bedrooms offer nicely updated bathrooms for modern comfort. Relax on the front patio or bring the firepit and enjoy the large backyard with plenty of space to gather. Low-maintenance vinyl siding is an added bonus. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Durham, DPAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, highways, shopping, dining, and Publix. Whether you are looking for a starter home, Airbnb opportunity, or rental investment, this move-in ready home is ready for its new owners.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$220Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Stacy Slone• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Bought with LUPITA Leary• Walnut Street Rentals, Inc.
Est. $1,562 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3014 Ruth St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10165706
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$190,000
$220/sq ft
Aug 28, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2026
Price Changed
$199,000
$231/sq ft
Aug 20, 2026
Price Changed
$210,000
$243/sq ft
Aug 9, 2026
Price Changed
$220,000
$255/sq ft
Jul 13, 2026
Price Changed
$225,000
$261/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Price Changed
$249,500
$289/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$259,000
$300/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$275,000
$319/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Mar 27, 2025
Rental Removed
$1,495
$2/sq ft
Mar 15, 2025
Listed for Rent
$1,495
$2/sq ft
TMLS #948167
Oct 5, 2007
Sold
$75,500
$87/sq ft
Sep 27, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 2, 2007
Listed
$73,500
$85/sq ft
+2
Darling 3BR. 1BA. well maintained home on a . 49 acre lot. Vinyl siding, updated windows, pantry, hardwood floors, ceilig fans, 23000 BTU window air conditioner, individual heat thermostats, porch, patio and much more. Great 1st time home buyer choice. Storage building does not convey.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,011 (+5.5%)
$93,125 + $154,892
$248,017
2023
$958 (+4.2%)
$33,525 + $52,955
$86,480
2022
$920 (+25.9%)
$33,525 + $52,955
$86,480
2021
$731 (+1.2%)
$33,525 + $52,955
$86,480
2020
$722
$33,525 + $52,955
$86,480
2019
$722 (+21.5%)
$33,525 + $52,955
$86,480
2018
$594 (+1.1%)
$22,350 + $42,759
$65,109
2017
$587 (+3.2%)
$22,350 + $42,759
$65,109
2016
$569 (−13.8%)
$22,350 + $42,759
$65,109
2014
$660 (+4.9%)
$22,476 + $48,438
$70,914
2013
$629 (+3.5%)
$22,476 + $48,438
$70,914
2012
$608 (−0.2%)
$22,476 + $48,438
$70,914
2011
$609
$22,476 + $48,438
$70,914
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
816
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
160159
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
RS-20
F/J-B
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. The RS Districts are used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as the Suburban Tier and within Rural Villages (as designated in the Comprehensive Plan) within the Rural Tier.
Zone overlays
Falls of the Neuse / Jordan Lake Protected Area
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Aug 7, 2020 • Final
Building
Perform an interior renovation on a house that was previously gutted.
Remodel
Aug 3, 2020 • Final
Plumbing
Perform an interior renovation on a house that was previously gutted. Install new plumbing fixtures including toilets, sinks, bathtubs, showers, a washing machine, and a 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: Driveway, Parking Pad
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Building Area Total: 863.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Roof: Metal
Property information
Living Area: 863
Above Grade Finished Area: 863.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels: One
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.49
Lot Size Area: 0.49
Lot Size Square Feet: 21344.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1780.46
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - The School for Creative Studies
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: From Old Oxford take Dearborn. Right on Ruth St. House on right.
Latitude: 36.039262
Longitude: -78.870725
Postal Code: 27704
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 816
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 160159
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-10-17
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-08-03T21:04:17Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-06-06T02:51:56Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-08-20T12:51:20Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 210000.0
Around this home
Schools
Sandy Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Lucas Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
4/10
Northern High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
2/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 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 8% for direct sun exposure in Durham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$195,000 – $236,000
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