2117 Ruffin St, Durham, NC 27704
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OFF MARKET

2117 Ruffin St
Durham, NC 27704

Northgate Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,743 sqft (on 0.47 acres)

$583,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,352/mo*

$583,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,352/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,743 sqft
(on 0.47 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

There's nothing rough about this diamond located on a crown jewel of a lot in popular Northgate Park. This timeless three-bedroom, two-bath home sparkles with style and character, and its highly functional floor plan offers multifaceted uses to its new owners. The polished kitchen was thoughtfully updated and provides a flawless work triangle and abundant counter space to help you pull off your dinner party hosting dreams. The bathrooms have been similarly updated and possess a twenty-first century sheen with a nod to a twentieth-century aesthetic. There is no doubt that the nook off the living room will be coveted by all, no matter its intended use: Playroom, art studio, dog containment zone, or dedicated office. The upstairs consists of a true primary suite, with none of the typical tiny closet issues you see in older houses, as an ample walk-in attic space was brilliantly converted to a space worthy of all your fashion and storage needs. The detached garage shines as a unique characteristic of houses of this age and location and will offer tons of overflow storage, workshop space, or just somewhere safe to park your whip to keep the paint job lustrous. Spring evenings will be spent sitting on the large brick patio with the stars twinkling overhead. The huge, flat backyard will be celebrated by your precious four legged family members. This house is a real gem!
2117 Ruffin St, Durham, NC 27704 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,743 sqft single-family home in Northgate Park, built in 1951. It last sold for $590,000 on Mar 29, 2024 (9% above the $542,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $583,000, with a rent estimate of $1,954/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2117 Ruffin St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage SpaceNumber of Rooms: 13
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1743 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer/DryerRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas, Gas Log, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
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Has a View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Patio, PorchFencing: Back Yard, WoodExterior: Fenced YardFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Carport,Driveway,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1743 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0822876790

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $542,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1743 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.47 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10014783Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1743
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Alison J Domnas, (919) 260-4324
Inhabit Real Estate
Bought with: Kenneth Martin Jackson, (828) 279-2198, Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10014783

Price History for 2117 Ruffin St

DatePriceEventSource
03/29/2024$590,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10014783
03/04/2024$542,000PendingDoorify MLS #10014783
03/02/2024$542,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10014783
05/26/2010$202,000Sold
N/A
03/04/1998$97,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Durham

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

Year2025
Tax$4,537
Assessment$457,674
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2117 Ruffin St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.23
Single-Family Home
$625,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,890
0.26
Single-Family Home
$503,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,673
0.24
Single-Family Home
$380,000
11/20/25
3
2
1,336
0.26
Single-Family Home
$495,000
02/12/26
2
2
1,780
0.21
Single-Family Home
$349,000
07/31/25
3
2
1,400
0.14
Single-Family Home
$270,000
01/16/26
3
1.5
1,239
0.11
Single-Family Home
$395,000
05/13/26
3
1
1,198
0.18
Single-Family Home
$417,500
12/01/25
3
1
1,301

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Northgate Park

At least 15 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 46 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Chloe Benjamin
    "Friendly neighbors and old homes. Lots of personality. Big trees. Coffee in the park. Sons crime but not too much "
  • Trulia User
    "Great location close to downtown and just a few minutes away from both hospitals lots of food in this area also a great location to relax and raise your family "
  • Maria R.
    "Dog park is near by in Northgate Park, most streets are low traffic enough to make walking dogs easy, Ellerbe Creek Trail una through the neighborhood, neighborhood listserv is very active and has helped get lost dogs home."
  • sgreennc
    "Where old school neighborhood living meets modern life. Diverse, friendly, green, safe."
  • Page B.
    "Northgate Park is a wonderful neighborhood! It's safe, walkable and diverse, and has a great sense of community. Amenities include the huge family-friendly park, close proximity to the Museum of Life and Science, walking trails, and a dog park. Cute post-war era cottages are predominate, but there are some larger houses as well. Large/deep lots with lots of mature trees are the norm, and people maintain their landscaping and the houses as well. Magnet elementary school is within walking distance of most."
  • Joyce h.
    "Excellent neighborhood, great community feeling, neighbors helping neighbors."

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