1606 James Street, Durham, NC 27707 - Photo 1

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$329,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
917 Sq. Ft.
0.3 Acres

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Property Description

This beautifully renovated home combines modern updates with classic charm. Inside, you'll find all-new flooring, baseboards, crown molding, & new doors with updated hardware. A custom-built electric fireplace creates a cozy centerpiece, while energy-efficient LED fixtures brighten the home. The fully renovated kitchen features ceiling-height cabinetry with a tall pantry for added storage, elegant butcher block countertops, premium LG stainless steel appliances, & a custom laundry nook. The bathroom feels like a spa with a new tub, custom tile walls, vanity, and matching gold finishes. The spacious 0.34-acre lot offers room to relax, garden, or even build an addition like others on the street. The backyard's protected bamboo scenery provides natural privacy, complemented by custom front & back porches, a new gravel driveway, finished crawl space, & storage. The neighborhood is welcoming, with neighbors, yet just minutes from Durham's best. Downtown is less than 10 minutes away with dining, DPAC, and Durham Bulls games.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1606 James St

General

Sold For: $329,000
Taxes: $2,367
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10123040
Added to Site: 164 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered

Parking

Parking Features: None

Location

County: Durham
Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Driving Directions: From Downtown Durham, take Chapel Hill St west. Turn left onto Trinity Ave, then right onto Chapel Hill Rd. Continue straight and turn left onto James St. The home (1606 James St) will be on your left. Directions (from NC-147/Durham Freeway): Take Exit 6B for Chapel Hill St toward Lakewood. Continue on Chapel Hill St for about 1 mile. Turn right onto James St. The home (1606 James St) will be on your left.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
Middle School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
High School: Durham - Jordan

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Structure Type: House
Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type
Roof: Composition
Stories/Levels: 1
Building Size: 917
Square Feet: 917
Finished Above Grnd: 917 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1946

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,068
Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Level
Fencing (Description): Other

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,367.03

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 104266
Lot Number: 8

Listed by ListWithFreedom.com, Ralph M Harvey (561) 888-1337
Sold by Nest Realty of the Triangle, Reade Ackner

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Schools

Schools serving 1606 James St

School District:Durham Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Lakewood Elementary 2520 Vesson Avenue, Durham, NC 27707	PK-5	0.6 mi
Sherwood Githens Middle 4800 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707	6-8	1.5 mi
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707	9-12	4.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1606 James St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/22/2026

Sold

$329,000

-5.6%

MLS

12/02/2025

Price Reduced

$348,500

-0.14%

MLS

11/14/2025

Price Reduced

$349,000

-2.51%

MLS

11/06/2025

Price Reduced

$358,000

-0.28%

MLS

10/08/2025

Price Reduced

$359,000

-4.01%

MLS

9/24/2025

Price Reduced

$374,000

-1.45%

MLS

9/19/2025

Listed

$379,500

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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