2147 Charles St, Durham, NC 27707
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OFF MARKET

2147 Charles St
Durham, NC 27707

Rockwood
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft

$354,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026

$354,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$197

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

*$500 Rental Credit with January Move In!*

Beautiful Ranch-Style 4 bed/2 Bath house in desirable Hope Valley Area in Durham NC. Featuring stunning hardwood floors throughout and tiled bathrooms. Main Bathroom and Kitchen beautifully renovated with tile backsplash. Fenced in back yard w/Detached shed, newly built 20 ft back privacy deck, Garden space, and large driveway with ample parking in front of the home. Enjoy sipping coffee on the covered front porch or dinners on the back deck in your private back yard.

Tucked in close proximity to all the best parts of Durham! Only 5 minute drive or short bike ride to Rockwood Area (Beer Study, Thai, Tacos, BBQ, Chinese, German Bakery), downtown Durham, and the American Tobacco Trail greenway. Under 10 minute drive to Duke University, Duke Hospital, Hope Valley Area, Eno River State Park, Duke Forest trails, Forrest Hills, and only 20 min drive to RDU Int'l airport.

This is a charming and historic one-story home, likely built as a log cabin some 20 - 30 years before its modernization and registration date in 1944. Part of the former Carrington Farm, owned by 19th century Durham businessman W. T. Carrington. The house sits well back on a double lot of 0.4 acres, wooded to the rear by privately owned property, and with a lovely gravel drive leading up to the farmhouse porch. Improvements in the past few decades have added an expansive front porch and gorgeous rose bushes.

650+ Credit Score and No Undergrads.
Income must be 3x monthly rental rate.
Small/Medium Dogs allowed with Approval and Deposits.
2147 Charles St, Durham, NC 27707 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home in Rockwood. It last sold for $190,000 on May 4, 2018 (8,161% above the $2,300 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2024 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 1, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $354,600, with a rent estimate of $2,447/month.

Home Details for 2147 Charles St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn

Comparable Sales for 2147 Charles St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 Burgess Ln, Durham, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$203,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,580 sqft
36 Burgess Ln, Durham, NC
0.13
Single-Family Home
$399,000
10/16/25
3
2.5
1,811 sqft
2801 Shoreham St, Durham, NC
0.28
Single-Family Home
$540,000
09/09/25
4
2
1,882 sqft
2720 Augusta Dr, Durham, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$363,000
03/24/26
3
2
1,912 sqft
4 Rockwood Cir, Durham, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,562 sqft
131 W Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$231,000
06/01/26
3
1
1,050 sqft
205 W Pilot St, Durham, NC
0.48
Single-Family Home
$148,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,545 sqft
12 Linganore Pl, Durham, NC
0.38
Single-Family Home
$430,000
04/15/26
4
3
2,736 sqft
201 Monticello Ave, Durham, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$525,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
2,365 sqft
2 Burgess Ln, Durham, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$16,000
09/24/25
4
2
2,493 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Rockwood

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 15 % Say there are sidewalks

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,300
Jan 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,300
Price decreased by 4%
Oct 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400
Jun 15, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Jun 8, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,200

Frequently asked questions about 2147 Charles St

  • What is 2147 Charles St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2147 Charles St in Durham, NC is $354,600.
  • What is the price history for 2147 Charles St?
    2147 Charles St in Durham, NC last sold for $190,000 in May 2018.
  • Is Durham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Durham is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Durham?
    The median sale price in Durham is $413K. That is up $12.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 2147 Charles St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2147 Charles St in Durham, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 2147 Charles St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2147 Charles St in Durham, NC has in-unit laundry.

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