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Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$405Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Colleen Ellis• Real Estate By Design
Bought with Dee Love• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Source:TMLS #2437357
Redfin Estimate
$666,553
$37K since sold in March 2024$0 since August
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This home's estimate is 9% higher than the average sale price ($612K) of 6 comparable homes.
The roaring 20s are back and better than ever! This 102 year old piece of Durham history has been restored and enhanced! Modern upgrades and updates accented with original quality and character - every nook of this home shines. Original hardwoods, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range, refinished original moldings, generous closets, primary suite on the main level, grand porches for sweet tea sippin’ - the list goes on! Don’t wait! Scoop up this glorious historic home today!
Public Records
Apr 29, 2021
Sold
$260,000
$158/sq ft
TMLS #491816
Nov 3, 1998
Sold
$115,000
$70/sq ft
Nov 3, 1998
Sold
$115,000
$70/sq ft
Sep 22, 1998
Listed
$115,000
$70/sq ft
Sep 22, 1998
Listed
$115,000
$70/sq ft
Public Records
May 28, 1996
Sold
$103,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,205 (+21.1%)
$190,500 + $435,454
$625,954
2024
$5,125 (+19.6%)
$190,500 + $435,454
$625,954
2023
$4,285 (+2.3%)
$50,840 + $316,536
$367,376
2022
$4,187 (+0.5%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2021
$4,167 (+2.4%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2020
$4,069
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2019
$4,069 (+50.2%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2018
$2,709 (+0.7%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2017
$2,689 (+3.5%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2016
$2,598 (+74.1%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2014
$1,492 (+3.1%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2013
$1,447 (+2.3%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2012
$1,415 (+0.7%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2011
$1,405
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
Tax history for 809 Colonial St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,205 (+21.1%)
$190,500 + $435,454
$625,954
2024
$5,125 (+19.6%)
$190,500 + $435,454
$625,954
2023
$4,285 (+2.3%)
$50,840 + $316,536
$367,376
2022
$4,187 (+0.5%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2021
$4,167 (+2.4%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2020
$4,069
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2019
$4,069 (+50.2%)
$50,840 + $276,304
$327,144
2018
$2,709 (+0.7%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2017
$2,689 (+3.5%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2016
$2,598 (+74.1%)
$31,775 + $167,941
$199,716
2014
$1,492 (+3.1%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2013
$1,447 (+2.3%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2012
$1,415 (+0.7%)
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
2011
$1,405
$22,620 + $85,200
$107,820
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RU-5(2)
F/J-B
-MTC
Residential Urban Districts
The RU Districts are established to provide for orderly urban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the urban neighborhood. Such uses should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Zone overlays
Watershed Protection Overlay - Falls/Jordan District B
Major Transportation Corridor Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Library
Mar 11, 2022 • Final
Building
Widen wall openings. Install a new half bathroom and relocate the laundry area. Replace existing cabinets, fixtures, and lighting.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Mar 9, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Bathroom
Electrical
Kitchen
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Cape Cod
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Roof Shape Type: Wood Truss
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: PROP-GEER F C ESTATE
Living Sq. Ft: 1,647
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,647
Building Sq. Ft: 1,647
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: PROP-GEER F C EST/BLK:15/LT#20-22 PT NKA PROP LT#1
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 11,761
Legal Lot Number: 20
Legal Block Number: 15
Municipality Name: CNTY-DRHM/CITY-DURHAM
Acres: 0.27
Depth Footage: 127
Front Footage: 90
Zoning Code: RU-5(2)
County Use Description: RES/ 1-FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,647
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 109685
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Club Boulevard Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Brogden Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
Riverside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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 106° 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
Durham, NC • 27701
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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
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Estimated sale price
$634,000 – $767,000
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