117 S Driver St, Durham, NC 27703
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OFF MARKET

117 S Driver St
Durham, NC 27703

Old East Durham
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,544 sqft

$404,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,363/mo*
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$404,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,363/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,544 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

KEY FEATURES
Year Built: 1920
Sq Footage: 1700 sq ft.
Bedrooms: 3 Beds
Bathrooms: 2 Full Baths
Parking: Detached Garage and Private Driveway
Lease Duration: 1 Year
Deposit: $1500
Pets Policy: One Dog Upon Approval
Laundry: In Unit
Property Type: Single Family House
Fence: Yes

Welcome to the Downtown Durham Historic Cheek-Thomas house on the National Register, completely renovated in 2015! This spacious 1700 square foot home has Three Bedrooms and Two Full Bathrooms. This 1920 Tri-Gable house has vintage details throughout, situated in quickly revitalizing Old East Durham. Big ole' front porch with bay windows and rocking chair included.

One car detached garage at the end of a private driveway- who has a garage in Durham?? Keep your car cool in the summer and not so cold in the winter. It also means extra storage space. Or maybe it's your new workshop?

Beautiful, refinished hardwood floors throughout. Stackable washer/dryer in unit. Vinyl windows to keep out the draft. New security system. Stainless steel appliances are all brand new in a gorgeous kitchen with vaulted ceiling, custom built island and long bar for breakfast and entertaining. Deck to enjoy the private, fenced-in backyard. Mature crepe myrtles in front and back of property. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living room.

Easy straight shot, just 1 mile to downtown on Main St. Having Maureen Joy school close means it's quiet every evening and weekend. Great neighbors on S Driver St.!

Yard maintenance is included in rent. Tenant will be responsible for all other utilities including electric, water, garbage, internet and security system. Wired for internet and cable in every room.

One dog ok upon approval with pet deposit. $39.99 application/credit check fee. Apply directly here: https
home.cozy.co/apply/31568

Yard maintenance is included in rent. Tenant will be responsible for all other utilities including electric, water, garbage, internet and security system. Wired for internet and cable in every room. One dog ok upon approval with pet deposit. $39.99 application/credit check fee. Apply directly here: https
home.cozy.co/apply/31568
117 S Driver St, Durham, NC 27703 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,544 sqft single-family home in Old East Durham, built in 1920. It last sold for $305,000 on Jun 15, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2018 with an asking price of $1,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 7, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $404,700, with a rent estimate of $2,121/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 117 S Driver St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric, GasCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Family Room, Office, WorkshopStorageCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleDeckExterior: Shingle, Wood, BrickLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 2015
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10193 sqft

Price History for 117 S Driver St

DatePriceEventSource
06/15/2020$305,000Sold
Doorify MLS #2318107
05/14/2020$285,000PendingAgent Provided
05/08/2020$285,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/07/2018$1,600ListingRemovedN/A
02/06/2018$1,600Listed For RentN/A
11/20/2016$1,500ListingRemovedN/A
09/04/2015$1,450ListingRemovedN/A
08/06/2015$1,450Listed For RentN/A
07/01/2015$92,000Sold
N/A
09/05/2008$48,000Sold
N/A
11/21/2006$80,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Durham

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$400K
$19.85KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$229
$6MoM
Available listings
1205
25MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,646
Assessment$367,780
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 117 S Driver St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
206 S Guthrie Ave, Durham, NC
0.08
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/06/26
3
2
1,693
1918 Hart St, Durham, NC
0.10
Single-Family Home
$343,000
05/14/26
3
2
1,271
213 S Driver St, Durham, NC
0.10
Single-Family Home
$332,500
05/21/26
3
2
1,300
208 S Guthrie Ave, Durham, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$417,000
08/05/25
3
2
2,002
101 S Briggs Ave, Durham, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$420,000
05/12/26
3
2
1,604
304 Cherry Grove St, Durham, NC
0.25
Single-Family Home
$350,000
11/07/25
3
2
1,486
2307 Harvard Ave, Durham, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$180,000
02/13/26
4
2
1,575
309 Cody St, Durham, NC
0.25
Single-Family Home
$158,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,537
1920 Hart St, Durham, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$410,000
10/15/25
3
2.5
1,551
307 N Guthrie Ave, Durham, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/19/25
2
2
1,304

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Neighborhood Overview

Old East Durham
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What Locals Say about Old East Durham

At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 29 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say people would walk alone at night

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    "I live here for 15 years and I like it good people help each other no problems u can walk anytime running playing "
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    "This neighborhood is horrible just Bc some one put on a fresh coat of paint and some new appliances doesn’t mean it’s safe for anyone. Random shootings and stabbings.. "
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