816 Carolina Ave, Durham, NC 27705
$525,000
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Home Description
Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience in this delightful bungalow! Nestled on a quiet, non-through street in the heart of Old West Durham, this home offers the best of both worlds—serenity and walkability. Walk or cycle to Duke University and Medical Center, including the Nasher Art Museum and Duke Gardens. Just steps from the vibrant Ninth Street district, you'll have easy access to local favorites like the Regulator Bookshop, Durham Cycles, Whole Foods, LocoPops, and Vin Rouge. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living space featuring built-ins, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a stunning picture window that fills the room with natural light. The adjacent sunroom, ideal for a home office or reading nook, offers the perfect setup for today's remote lifestyle. Entertaining is easy with the separate dining area & functional kitchen with tile floors & stainless refrig. The 3rd BR offers flex space for a sweet office/studio. It includes a laundry closet and leads out to a peaceful screened porch, perfect for enjoying morning coffee or afternoon naps. Step outside to a fully fenced yard, providing ample space for gardening and a furry friend! The outdoor space is your private oasis in the city, perfect for unwinding after a busy day or growing veggies in sun-drenched raised beds. This home lives larger than expected with its flexible spaces! Newer refrigerator, washer & dryer (all 2023) convey! New HVAC (2025). Don't miss your chance to call this charming bungalow your next home!
- Interior: Bar,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,Laminate Counters,Master Downstairs,Open Floorplan
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Laundry Closet,Main Level
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Full Baths: 1
- Half Baths: 0
- Parking: On Street
- Pool: None
- Structure: House
- Exterior: Fenced Yard,Rain Barrel/Cistern(s),Rain Gutters
- Construction Materials: Asbestos
- Roof: Shingle
- Foundation: Permanent
- Patio/Porch: Deck,Front Porch,Screened
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Lot: City Lot,Corner Lot,Front Yard,Garden,See Remarks
- Lot Size Acres: 0.12
- Lot Size Dimensions: 70 x 78
Available now at $525,000
Approximate Room Sizes/Locations
Bathroom 3 | | 12.10 x 8.20 | Main |
Dining Room | | 12.10 x 12.10 | Main |
Entrance Hall | | 18.60 x 5.50 | Main |
Kitchen | | 12.10 x 5.50 | Main |
Living Room | | 15.80 x 12.10 | Main |
Other | | 12.70 x 12.70 | Main |
Other | | 16.20 x 6.70 | Main |
Other | | 6.00 x 4.10 | Main |
Sunroom | | 12.10 x 8.70 | Main |
- Property Type: Single Family Residence
- Style: Bungalow,Cottage,Ranch
- Levels: One
- New Construction: No
- Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Senior Community: No
- Total HOA Dues: $0.00
- Annual Taxes: $4,829.37
- Listing Office: NextHome Triangle Properties
- List Status: Active
Neighborhood
The average asking price of a 3 bedroom Durham home in this zip code is
$568,360 (8.3% more than this home).
This home is priced at $402/sqft,
which is 22.9% less than similar homes
in the 27705 zip code.
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School Information
- Elementary:Durham - E K Powe
- Middle School:Durham - Brogden
- High School:Durham - Riverside
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Listing Courtesy of NextHome Triangle Properties.
For information or to schedule a viewing of this property (MLS# 10078489), call: 919-912-9789
816 Carolina Ave, Durham NC is a single family home of 1305 sqft and
is currently priced at $525,000
.
This single family home has 3 bedrooms.
A comparable home for sale at 3508 Guess Rd in Durham is listed at $295,000.
In addition to single family homes, Highgarden also makes it easy to find Homes, Condos, New Homes and Foreclosures
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Westover, Wyndcross and Hester Heights are nearby neighborhoods.
MLS 10078489 has been posted on this site since 2/28/2025 (today).

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