2718 McDowell Rd
Durham, NC 27705
Duke Forest- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,427 sqft (on 0.55 acres)
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,427 sqft
(on 0.55 acres)
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$810KSince last month
Increased$7K (+0.8%)Since last year
Increased$93K (+12.9%)Since last sale
Increased$80K (+11%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +123% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $810K |
| July 2026 | $804K |
| June 2026 | $815K |
| May 2026 | $768K |
| April 2026 | $722K |
| March 2026 | $695K |
| February 2026 | $695K |
| January 2026 | $705K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.20 | Single-Family Home | $815,000 | 04/30/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,738 | |
0.35 | Single-Family Home | $760,000 | 03/11/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,635 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $730,000 | 01/16/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,387 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $975,000 | 06/05/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,296 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $855,000 | 02/19/26 | 4 | 3 | 3,118 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $1,150,000 | 05/28/26 | 4 | 4 | 3,315 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $885,000 | 03/18/26 | 4 | 4 | 3,200 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.05 | $1,014,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,394 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $912,700 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,131 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $954,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,259 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $1,083,200 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,420 | Off Market | |
0.18 | $903,900 | 4 | 3 | 2,545 | Off Market | |
0.20 | $815,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,738 | Recently Sold | |
0.22 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.22 | $725,100 | 3 | 2 | 2,200 | Off Market | |
0.22 | $1,150,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,315 | Recently Sold | |
0.23 | $733,600 | 3 | 2 | 1,996 | Off Market | |
0.26 | $885,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,200 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
0.55 acres
Living Area
2,427 sqft
Price/Sqft
$334
Parking
2 Carport Spaces
About this House
WORLD'S BEST PORCH! Seriously: if there was an entry in the Guiness Book of World Records for screened porches, this porch would win! Such a great 1963 raised ranch, nestled back into its forest setting, creating the sense that you are in a tree house even though you are only steps away from all things Duke and all things Lakewood. Upstairs find three ample bedrooms and two full baths, a keeping room (with fireplace) and lovely renovated kitchen plus a formal dining room and living room (with a fireplace!). Downstairs find a big family room (with a fireplace!) plus a full bathroom, and hundreds of square feet of storage. Outside find specimen shrubs and flowers over the half-acre-plus lot. Go ahead and break the record for quickest decision to buy a house. This one's a no brainer!
2718 McDowell Rd, Durham, NC 27705 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,427 sqft single-family home in Duke Forest, built in 1963. It last sold for $730,000 on Oct 11, 2024 (1% below the $735,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $810,400, with a rent estimate of $3,018/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Rebecca S Ives, (919) 641-5690
Inhabit Real Estate
Tammi Brooks, (919) 308-4910
Inhabit Real Estate
Bought with: Kenneth Martin Jackson, (828) 279-2198, Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10050585

Home Details for 2718 McDowell Rd
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Interior Details Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage SpaceNumber of Rooms: 9 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2427 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Den, Family Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile, Wood |
View Has a View |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1918 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 509 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1963 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Brick VeneerNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 0811615909 |
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Price List Price: $735,000 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: DurhamCommunity: Duke University Homesites |
School Information Elementary School: Durham - LakewoodJr High / Middle School: Durham - BrogdenHigh School: Durham - Jordan |
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Building Area Building Area: 2427 Square Feet |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.55 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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BasementMls Number: 10050585Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1918 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 11, 2024 Source: Doorify MLS #10050585 | Sold | $730,000 |
Sep 13, 2024 Source: Doorify MLS #10050585 | Pending | $735,000 |
Sep 4, 2024 Source: Doorify MLS #10050585 | Listed For Sale | $735,000 |
Aug 17, 2024 Source: Doorify MLS #10044671 | ListingRemoved | |
Aug 2, 2024 Source: Doorify MLS #10044671 | Listed For Sale | $735,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $7,282 | $734,602 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Durham
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$413K
$12.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$233
$3MoM
Available listings
1163
43MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about Duke Forest
At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
88 % Say it's quiet
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say kids play outside
79 % Say neighbors are friendly
75 % Say streets are well-lit
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say there are sidewalks
57 % Say there are community events
50 % Say there's wildlife
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
17 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Copyright 2026 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.
Copyright 2026 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.
Frequently asked questions about 2718 McDowell Rd
- What is 2718 McDowell Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 2718 McDowell Rd in Durham, NC is $810,400.
- What is the price history for 2718 McDowell Rd?2718 McDowell Rd in Durham, NC last sold for $730,000 in October 2024.
- 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 2718 McDowell Rd have air conditioning?Yes, 2718 McDowell Rd in Durham, NC has air conditioning.
- Does 2718 McDowell Rd have laundry facilities?Yes, 2718 McDowell Rd in Durham, NC has in-unit laundry.

