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$369,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,142 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.19 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 hour ago
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Move-in ready historic home offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 1,983 square feet above grade across the main floor and upstairs, plus a partially finished basement with additional flexible living space. Beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, hardwood floors throughout the main level, and spacious living areas full of character and charm. The main floor offers comfortable living and entertaining space, while the upstairs provides additional bedrooms and privacy. The basement includes an additional bedroom, dedicated office, and a huge multi-use area perfect for a media room, recreation room, gym, playroom, or second living area. Detached 2-car garage provides ample room for parking, storage, or use as a workshop. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown and NC-147 and only 5 minutes from North Carolina Central University. Ideal as a primary residence or an investment opportunity with strong potential for student rental use. Situated on a .19-acre lot, this home combines historic appeal, modern updates, and a highly convenient location.

Full Property Details for 125 Nelson St

General

  • Price: $369,000
  • Taxes: $3,332
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10162056
  • Updated: 4/23/2026
  • Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 16
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bidet, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Walk-In Shower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smart Appliance(s), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Combination, Concrete, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Basement

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning(s)

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, On Street

Location

  • County: Durham
  • Subdivision: College Heights
  • Driving Directions: From the South: Travel north on Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy and continue toward downtown Durham. Turn right onto Fayetteville St, then continue to Nelson St. Turn left onto Nelson St, and 125 Nelson St will be on your right. From the North: Take NC-147 South toward downtown Durham. Take the Fayetteville St exit and turn left onto Fayetteville St. Continue south on Fayetteville St, then turn right onto Nelson St. Continue down Nelson St and 125 Nelson St will be on your right.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Durham - Spaulding
  • Middle School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partial, Walk-Up Access
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Building Size: 3142
  • Square Feet: 3,142
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,983 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 1,159.4 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1953

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,276.4
  • Zoning: R-5

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $3,332.89

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 117098
  • Lot Number: 10

Listed by Keller Williams Elite Realty, Michael Dwayne Jones (919) 824-7657

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    Keller Williams Elite Realty

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Schools serving 125 Nelson St

School District:Durham Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
C. C. Spaulding Elementary
1531 South Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27707
PK-50.3 mi
Sherwood Githens Middle
4800 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707
6-82.3 mi
Charles E Jordan Sr High School
6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707
9-124.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 125 Nelson St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/15/2026
Listed
$369,000
152.74%
MLS
6/15/2006
Sold
$146,000
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Tax History for 125 Nelson St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,333
19%
$336,214
67%
2024
$2,807
6%
$201,217
—
2023
$2,636
2%
$201,217
—
2022
$2,575
—
$201,217
—
2021
$2,563
2%
$201,217
—
2020
$2,503
—
$201,217
—
2019
$2,503
31%
$201,217
42%
2018
$1,916
1%
$141,266
—
2017
$1,902
3%
$141,266
—
2016
$1,838
-16%
$141,266
-10%
2015
$2,184
—
$157,749
—
2014
$2,184
3%
$157,749
—
2013
$2,117
—
$157,749
—
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125 Nelson Street, Durham, NC 27707 (MLS# 10162056) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 125 Nelson Street is currently listed for $369,000 and was received on April 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 125 Nelson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dunbarton? You can browse all Dunbarton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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