3517 Preston Ave, Durham, NC 27705
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OFF MARKET

3517 Preston Ave
Durham, NC 27705

Scarsdale Village
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,074 sqft (on 0.52 acres)

$283,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,668/mo*
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$283,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,668/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,074 sqft
(on 0.52 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

This cozy two bedroom, one bath brick ranch features hardwood floors throughout main living area, masonry wood burning fireplace, large family room with lots of natural light, built-ins, carport and nice workshop/storage room all on a large over half acre lot with NO HOA! New roof in 2023! Nestled in prime location close to Duke, Downtown Durham, Whippoorwill park and shopping!
3517 Preston Ave, Durham, NC 27705 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,074 sqft single-family home in Scarsdale Village, built in 1958. It last sold for $280,000 on May 7, 2024 (10% below the $309,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2013 with an asking price of $900 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 3, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $283,100, with a rent estimate of $1,738/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Carport Spaces
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3517 Preston Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1074 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice MakerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,In Kitchen,Washer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Dining Room, MasonrySpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Insulated WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle See RemarksPatio / Porch: PorchFencing: NoneOther Structures: StorageExterior: Private Yard, Rain Gutters, StorageFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached Carport,Concrete,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: Asphalt, PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1074 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: House, Site BuiltArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 126650

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $309,900

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: DurhamCommunity: Kirkwood
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - HoltJr High / Middle School: Durham - CarringtonHigh School: Durham - Riverside

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1074 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, NoneNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.52 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10022972Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1074

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Brittany R Leyburn, (919) 475-7336
Seagroves Realty
Julie Soles, (919) 624-7826
Seagroves Realty
Bought with: Brianda Vargas Martinez, (919) 475-2862, Movil Realty
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10022972

Price History for 3517 Preston Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/07/2024$280,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10022972
04/23/2024$309,900ContingentDoorify MLS #10022972
04/13/2024$309,900Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10022972
01/03/2014$900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/28/2013$900Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/29/2005$110,000Sold
N/A
02/15/2000$76,500Sold
N/A

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$2,914
Assessment$293,952
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3517 Preston Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3516 Preston Ave, Durham, NC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$295,000
06/26/26
2
1
1,079
3405 Guess Rd, Durham, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$260,000
11/12/25
2
1
852
3649 Guess Rd, Durham, NC
0.33
Single-Family Home
$285,000
08/13/25
3
1
1,021
3645 Guess Rd, Durham, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$172,500
12/02/25
2
1
817
2204 W Carver St, Durham, NC
0.48
Single-Family Home
$272,000
01/29/26
2
1
875
1624 Kirkwood Dr, Durham, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$360,000
12/11/25
3
2
1,380

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Neighborhood Overview

Scarsdale Village
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What Locals Say about Scarsdale Village

At least 13 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 41 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "It’s nice and most people are friendly. I have not complaints, I walk my dog at most hours of the day with no issues "
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    "people love dogs, many dog parks around. buisnesses like home depot allow dogs in the stores. beautiful rivers but there is no dog beach access anywhere close"
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