Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/18/2026
Listed
$250,000
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MLS
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Property Description
This is your chance! A rare opportunity to build in one of Durham's most sought-after historic neighborhoods. This roughly quarter-acre lot sits right on Wells Street in the Morehead Hill Historic District, offering the same tree-lined charm and character as its surrounding streets-just moments from Forest Hills Park and downtown Durham. According to the Durham Planning Department, the zoning for 1018 Wells Street is RS-10 Urban Tier, which allows for single-family and duplex. This is an ideal chance for someone looking to design a home that honors the character of Morehead Hill while creating something entirely their own. Bring your vision to one of Durham's most established and beloved addresses.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1018 Wells St
General
- Price: $250,000
- Taxes: $2,212
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10181100
- Updated: 7/18/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
- Driving Directions: Head south on NC-147 for about half a mile, then take exit 3 toward US-15 Bus/US-501 Bus/Mangum St/Roxboro St and merge onto Durham Fwy/Morehead Ave/S Service Rd W. Turn right onto South Mangum Street, continue straight to stay on South Mangum, then turn right onto West Lakewood Avenue and follow it for about half a mile (take another right to remain on West Lakewood Ave). Turn left onto Arnette Avenue, then turn right onto Wells Street—the destination, 1018 Wells St., will be on the right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Morehead Montessori
- Middle School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori Middle School
- High School: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Utilities
- Sewer: None
- Water: None, See Remarks
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,890
- Lot Dimensions: 50' x 212' x 54' x 62' x 4' x 150' (irregular lot)
- Frontage: City Street, Public Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Zoning: RS-10
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Acre: $1,004,016.06
- Tax Amount: $2,212.58
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional, Standard
- Property ID: 115186
- Lot Number: 4
Listed by Urban Durham Realty, Manfred Franz (919) 500-9724
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Schools
Schools serving 1018 Wells St
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Morehead Montessori 909 Cobb Street, Durham, NC 27707 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Lakewood Montessori Middle School 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1018 Wells St
Tax History
Tax History for 1018 Wells St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,213
132%
$223,200
226%
2024
$954
6%
$68,365
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2023
$896
2%
$68,365
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2022
$875
—
$68,365
—
2021
$871
2%
$68,365
—
2020
$850
—
$68,365
—
2019
$850
34%
$68,365
47%
2018
$632
1%
$46,612
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2017
$628
4%
$46,612
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2016
$606
2%
$46,612
9%
2015
$592
—
$42,753
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2014
$592
3%
$42,753
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2013
$574
—
$42,753
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- Commercial Multi-Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 4,320Sq. Ft.
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1018 Wells Street, Durham, NC 27707 (MLS# 10181100) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.25 acres. 1018 Wells Street is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on July 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 1018 Wells Street? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Dunbarton? You can browse all Dunbarton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.