204 E Lynch St, Durham, NC 27701
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SOLD
SEP 16, 2025

204 E Lynch St
Durham, NC 27701

Old North Durham
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,204 sqft

$225,000

Last Sold: Sep 16, 2025
18% below list $275K
$187/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,342/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$225,000

Last Sold: Sep 16, 2025
18% below list $275K
$187/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,342/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,204 sqft

Local Information

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

Description

Unlock the potential of this charming 1930s single-family home in the bustling heart of Durham. Offering a unique blend of historic charm and location, this property is an exceptional find for investors or those seeking a beloved family home with room for personalization. This modest residence is thoughtfully designed with three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, original hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen retains its original cabinetry, laminate flooring, and is equipped with a new refrigerator and a gas stove. Convenient breezeway leading off kitchen and back room that leads down to an unfinished basement with laundry. The main water line connecting the water meter to the house was replaced in the summer of 2024. Having served as a rental property since 2003, this estate sale presents a rare opportunity at an AS-IS price reflecting its future potential for upgrades.
204 E Lynch St, Durham, NC 27701 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,204 sqft single-family home in Old North Durham, built in 1932. It last sold for $225,000 on Sep 16, 2025 (18% below the $275,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2011 with an asking price of $850 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 5, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $465,900, with a rent estimate of $2,544/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Open Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$187/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 204 E Lynch St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block, Dirt Floor, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Unheated, Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1204 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Range, Washer, Water HeaterDryerLaundry: In BasementWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s), Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: NoneFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1204 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1932
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: B

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $275,000Price Per Sqft: $187/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: DurhamCommunity: Not in a Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - George WattsJr High / Middle School: Durham - LucasHigh School: Durham - Northern

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1204 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10111215Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1204
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Samantha Greaves, (919) 448-5079
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Bought with: Tina Caul, (919) 665-8210, EXP Realty LLC
Co-Buyer's Agent: Wesley Lynn, (919) 746-3839, EXP Realty LLC
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10111215

Price History for 204 E Lynch St

DatePriceEventSource
04/30/2026$475,000ListingRemovedDoorify MLS #10157418
04/09/2026$475,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10157418
04/03/2026$485,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10157418
03/25/2026$485,000ListingRemovedDoorify MLS #10143817
02/26/2026$485,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10143817
01/30/2026$499,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10143817
09/16/2025$225,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10111215
09/04/2025$275,000PendingDoorify MLS #10111215
08/26/2025$275,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10111215
08/11/2025$295,000PendingToActiveDoorify MLS #10111215
08/04/2025$295,000PendingDoorify MLS #10111215
07/23/2025$295,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10111215
03/03/2025$400,000ListingRemovedDoorify MLS #10057502
10/10/2024$400,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10057502
01/05/2012$850ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/22/2011$850Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/14/2011$15,500Sold
N/A
03/02/2011$850ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/04/2011$850Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Durham

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$380K
$8.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$223
$2MoM
Available listings
1226
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,250
Assessment$428,732
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 204 E Lynch St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1410 Shawnee St, Durham, NC
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$510,000
01/30/26
2
2
1,212
1109 N Elizabeth St, Durham, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$480,000
05/11/26
3
2
1,531
113 W Lynch St, Durham, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$500,000
08/20/25
3
1
1,251
407A Edward St, Durham, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$374,000
05/12/26
2
1
1,133
1712 Rosetta Dr, Durham, NC
0.16
Single-Family Home
$280,000
07/15/25
2
1
734
212 Edward St, Durham, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$430,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,658

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Neighborhood Overview

Old North Durham
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What Locals Say about Old North Durham

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

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    "almost every house has a dog or two around here. very dog friendly area. fenced-in dog parks are pretty small, but lots of area to run in larger parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "Farmers market each Saturday at Durham Central Park is within walking distance. Durham also celebrates various festivals. "
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    "Neighbors hanging out in their yards with their kids and pets. Easy to meet new friends! Safe and friendly vibe. "
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  • MacKenzie P.
    "I see people walking dogs around here all the time. It’s pretty quiet and there are a good number of sidewalks. Duke Park is close and has a dog park!"
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  • Bigc150
    "Live here. Lots of foot traffic and night bar life, which always makes for an interesting evening! Wouldn’t change it!"
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