2008 Pershing St, Durham, NC 27705
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OFF MARKET

2008 Pershing St
Durham, NC 27705

Watts Hospital-Hillandale
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,240 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$821,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,800/mo*
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$821,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,800/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
2,240 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
2,240 sqft
Price/Sqft
$367
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

1950s brick ranch on a large lot in sought-after Watts-Hillandale neighborhood, close to all Durham has to offer. Walkable to Ninth St., Duke, parks and trails. Flexible arrangement allows for 2 bedrooms plus family room downstairs; 2 rooms upstairs can be used for bedrooms, office, workshop, studio, yoga spot, kid’s playroom… A shed dormer could increase this space as well. Natural light throughout, incl. central bay window in living room. Large arched openings, hardwoods and midcentury tiled baths. Plenty of storage, including attic and garage. Gardener’s delight, with large landscaped and fenced yard (lot .29 acres). Magnificent flower garden and flowering shrubs/trees incl. pollinator habitat/ certified wildlife habitat. Lots of outdoor seating areas with large deck and screen porch overlooking back yard. Separate building w/ garage/storage & screen porch. Chicken coop with protected run at the rear of the lot.
2008 Pershing St, Durham, NC 27705 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,240 sqft single-family home in Watts Hospital-Hillandale, built in 1955. It last sold for $755,000 on Aug 25, 2023 (1% above the $745,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $821,300, with a rent estimate of $3,700/month.

Home Details for 2008 Pershing St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2240 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Laundry ClosetRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
Has a View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, Porch, ScreenedExterior: Fenced YardNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,Driveway,Garage,On Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2240 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Cottage, Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick VeneerNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $745,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: DurhamCommunity: Not in a Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - E K PoweJr High / Middle School: Durham - BrogdenHigh School: Durham - Riverside

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2240 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Historical Area

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2521982Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2240

Additional Information

Historical AreaSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Lou Perron, (919) 286-7506
West Durham Realty
Bought with: Sue Fox, (919) 396-0863, Inhabit Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#2521982

Price History for 2008 Pershing St

DatePriceEventSource
08/25/2023$755,000Sold
Doorify MLS #2521982
07/21/2023$745,000ContingentDoorify MLS #2521982
07/17/2023$745,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #2521982
04/17/2023ListingRemovedDoorify MLS #2503767
04/06/2023$762,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #2503767

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$6,852
Assessment$691,258
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2008 Pershing St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2101 Sunset Ave, Durham, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$705,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,500
2116 Pershing St, Durham, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$824,000
04/14/26
3
2
2,059
1401 Maryland Ave, Durham, NC
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,295,000
05/18/26
3
2
2,790
2111 Pershing St, Durham, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$880,000
05/29/26
3
2
2,092
1505 Oakland Ave, Durham, NC
0.29
Single-Family Home
$700,000
12/11/25
3
2
1,500
1608 Maryland Ave, Durham, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$397,500
02/27/26
3
2
1,287
1206 Sedgefield St, Durham, NC
0.43
Single-Family Home
$800,000
03/09/26
4
3.5
2,199
2031 Englewood Ave, Durham, NC
0.37
Single-Family Home
$980,000
08/14/25
3
2.5
2,159
1612 Maryland Ave, Durham, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$328,673
03/25/26
2
2
1,346
1204 Sedgefield St, Durham, NC
0.43
Single-Family Home
$842,500
03/27/26
4
3.5
2,374

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Neighborhood Overview

Watts Hospital-Hillandale
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What Locals Say about Watts Hospital-Hillandale

At least 23 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

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    "Great neighborhood spirit, fabulous location near parks, shopping, amenities. Best neighborhood in Durha,"
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    "Great neighborhood, nice people, spacious, eclectic homes, lots of families, spacious, relatively safe"
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  • Btarpleyjr3157
    "Even though there are several main streets that run through the neighborhood. I feel it is safe for kids to ride bikes and play outside."
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  • Carleenhardin89
    "I commute to Cary every day, so it’s a bit hectic, especially in the evening rush hour on I-40/Durham Freeway."
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  • Navidod
    "Watts Hospital is ideally located for communities to Duke, downtown, RTP, and Chapel Hill. Bike and auto commuting is the norm."
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  • Kepanuska
    "there are a lot of families and parks, groceries and stores are easy to walk to, there are a bunch of great toddler playgrounds neighbors are very friendly. "
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  • Courtney M.
    "Great neighborhood, lived here for over a year and a half and I love it. You can walk to near by stores and grocery stores. There are parks within walking distance as well. "
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  • Damica H.
    "It’s overall pleasant. Although I chose not to intertwine with the neighbors, they’re all respectful "
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  • Cornellpatrickjordan
    "It has a good mix of families, young professionals, and lifelong citizens. It is walkable and people are easy going."
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  • JJmart
    "Great Area, safe and neighborhood is very friendly and connected. "
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  • J W.
    "A great area to live in because it's very close to Duke University, has a golf course and Indian Trail Park within walking distance, and is low traffic so great for families with kids."
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Frequently asked questions about 2008 Pershing St

  • What is 2008 Pershing St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2008 Pershing St in Durham, NC is $821,300.
  • What is the price history for 2008 Pershing St?
    2008 Pershing St in Durham, NC last sold for $755,000 in August 2023.
  • Is Durham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Durham is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Durham?
    The median sale price in Durham is $400K. That is up $19.85K from the prior month.
  • Does 2008 Pershing St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2008 Pershing St in Durham, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 2008 Pershing St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2008 Pershing St in Durham, NC has laundry facilities.
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