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Listed by Inhabit Real Estate

$ 585,000

Est. payment | -/mo

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,257 SqFt

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$ 585,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,257 SqFt

Open House

Sat Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,257 sqft

Price per Sqft $465

Subdivision Not In A Subdivision

MLS Listing ID 10173537

Style House,Site Built

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,257

Year Built 1948

Annual Tax Amount $4,613

Lot Size 9,147 Sqft

Acres 0.21

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Triangle MLS

Property Description

Welcome to 2131 Sunset Avenue, a charming cottage in Durham's beloved Watts-Hillandale neighborhood, where thoughtful updates and an unbeatable location create the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and a family room addition give this home style, functionality, and a little extra room to spread out. Known for its historic character, walkable streets, and strong sense of community, Watts-Hillandale remains one of Durham's most sought-after neighborhoods. Duke University, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, Ninth Street, local restaurants, and everyday shopping are all just minutes away. For those who appreciate both urban convenience and access to nature, the location is hard to beat. Ellerbe Creek Trail and Indian Trail Park are just one block away, while two additional neighborhood parks are within easy walking distance. At home, a private fenced backyard offers a peaceful retreat for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. The main-floor primary suite features a spacious en-suite bath and direct access to the deck. Two additional flex spaces—one on the main level and one upstairs—provide options for guest rooms, home offices, hobbies, or additional living space. The upstairs room features sloped ceilings and is not included in the reported square footage because less than 50% of the area has a ceiling height above 7 feet. However, it has long functioned as a bedroom and has been reported as livable space in both MLS records and city documentation. Additional storage is available through bonus closets on the second floor and a backyard storage shed. Major improvements include a roof installed in 2019 and a water heater replaced in 2025. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the character of an established Durham neighborhood while benefiting from nearby parks, trails, Duke, and downtown amenities.

Location

State NC

County Durham

Zoning R-5

Direction Going North on Broad Street, cross over W. Club Blvd, pass the NC School for Science and Math, and take a LEFT onto Sprunt Ave. Go 4 blocks and take a RIGHT on Carolina Ave followed by your first LEFT onto Sunset. Home will be on your LEFT.

Rooms

Other Rooms • Primary Bedroom: 17.0 x 10.0 (Main)
• Bedroom 2: 14.3 x 12.0 (Second)
• Dining Room: 12.0 x 10.0 (Main)
• Family Room: 11.6 x 15.3 (Main)
• Kitchen: 13.5 x 13.5 (Main)

Primary Bedroom Level Main

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air, Electric

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Family Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Exterior

Exterior Feature Private Yard, Storage

Fence Back Yard, Fenced

View Y/N Yes

Roof Type Shingle

Porch Deck, Patio

Garage No

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard

Faces Going North on Broad Street, cross over W. Club Blvd, pass the NC School for Science and Math, and take a LEFT onto Sprunt Ave. Go 4 blocks and take a RIGHT on Carolina Ave followed by your first LEFT onto Sunset. Home will be on your LEFT.

Story 2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow, Cape Cod

Level or Stories 2

Structure Type Vinyl Siding

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Durham - E K Powe Elementary

Middle Schools Durham - Brogden Middle

High Schools Durham - Riverside High

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 101245

Special Listing Condition Standard

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2131 Sunset Avenue Durham, NC 27705