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1603 N Alston Ave, Durham, NC, 27701

$889,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
3,247 SqFt
$274/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1603 N Alston Ave, Durham$889,000

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$10,000*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1954
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceFamily Room, Primary Bedroom
MLS #10022688
Lot Size0.49 Acres
StatusActive

About 1603 N Alston Ave

Welcome to a harmonious blend of classic charm and contemporary sophistication! Nestled on a generous half-acre corner lot, this expansive ranch with a 2-car garage seamlessly merges traditional elegance with modern design. Renovated to perfection in 2018, every detail of this home has been meticulously crafted with designer finishes. Enter inside to be greeted by original hardwood floors adorning the spacious main level, where you'll discover three bedrooms, including the luxurious owner's retreat. The heart of this home lies in the stunning kitchen, featuring a captivating waterfall edge center island, gas cooktop, and designer finishes that are sure to impress. Escape to the indulgent owner's suite, complete with a sprawling custom walk-in closet and a spa-like bath featuring a striking oversized shower with dual rain heads. The finished walk-out basement offers versatile living space, including a wet bar, full bathroom, and a room that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom or office. Venture outside and bask in the serenity of the outdoor setting, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. Plus, an additional wooded adjacent to the home, owned by the city of Durham, is available at zero cost to the new owner if desired! Amazing location! Only 1.5-miles to downtown Durham! Don't let this opportunity pass you by—experience the best of both worlds in this exceptional ranch-meets-contemporary masterpiece!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Living Area: 3,247 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 584-9831
  • Listing Agent: Tina F Caul, Emily Brown

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Primary Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.49 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • J D Clement Early College High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • City of Medicine Academy, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Hillside New Tech High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Lucas Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Eastway Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
  • R N Harris Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Holt Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From I85 take Roxboro Road toward town. Take Left on Geer St., right on Alston, 1st house facing Alston on right. Corner of Alston and Lee St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $889,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $274/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $6,535
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Durham, NC

City

Med. Sold Price

$414.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$231

Avg. Days On Market

33

# of Sold Homes

326

1603 N Alston Ave vs Durham

19 DAYS ON ROCKET

-14 Days

$889,000

+$474K More

$274/SqFt

+$43 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $474K more than the Median Sold Price and $43/SqFt more than other homes in Durham, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Triangle MLS
  • MLS Number: #10022688

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 584-9831
  • Listing Agent: Tina F Caul, Emily Brown

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Feb 20, 2018Home Sold
$162,000
Feb 24, 2016Home Sold
$86,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$6,535$513,012
2020 - $513,012
2019$7,074$568,723
2018$1,394$102,763
2017$1,384$102,763

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Eastway Elementary School

  • 610 N Alston Ave

  • 0.80 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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7
/10

  • R N Harris Elementary School

  • 1520 Cooper St

  • 2.14 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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5
/10

  • Holt Elementary School

  • 4019 Holt School Rd

  • 3.92 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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6
/10

  • Lucas Middle School

  • 923 Snow Hill Rd

  • 7.38 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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10
/10

  • J D Clement Early College High School

  • 1801 Fayetteville St

  • 2.02 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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8
/10

  • City of Medicine Academy

  • 301 Crutchfield St

  • 2.64 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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6
/10

  • Hillside New Tech High School

  • 3727 Fayetteville St

  • 3.50 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $14,566. Most Durham, NC residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1603 N Alston Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1603 N Alston Ave property is $889,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1603 N Alston Ave is a house located in Durham, North Carolina, 27701.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1603 N Alston Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1603 N Alston Ave are:
Eastway Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
R N Harris Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Holt Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Lucas Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
J D Clement Early College High School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10
City of Medicine Academy: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Hillside New Tech High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $6,535 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on February 20, 2018 for $162,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1603 N Alston Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1603 N Alston Ave is 3,247 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1603 N Alston Ave is 1954.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›Durham County›Durham›27701›1603 N Alston Ave

This home is located at 1603 N Alston Ave in Durham, NC and zip code 27701. This 3,247 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.49 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $889,000.

In April 2024, from all listings sold in Durham, NC there were more than 135 sold above asking price, over 113 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Durham, NC between March 2024 and April 2024 decreased by 0.5%. Listings spent 33 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $414,939 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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