Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/05/2026
Listed
$750,000
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MLS
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Property Description
NEW renovations just completed making this Duke Forest home better than ever! Nestled on a quiet, wooded lot in one of Durham's most coveted neighborhoods, this refreshed home offers rare privacy just minutes from Duke University, dining, and downtown Durham. Recent upgrades include a newly renovated kitchen with fresh cabinetry, backsplash, and countertops along with a completely updated secondary bathroom. Fresh interior paint, new carpet, a new roof (2024), and a whole-house generator add peace of mind and true move-in-ready appeal. The home features an expansive walk-out basement, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a versatile bonus space currently designed as a custom walk-in closet for the primary suite - easily converted back to a bedroom or office if needed. Located just 3 miles from Duke University West Campus and Medical Center, this Duke Forest opportunity combines modern updates, a serene setting, and an unbeatable location!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2828 McDowell Rd
General
- Price: $750,000
- Taxes: $5,458
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10139293
- Updated: 1/5/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Duke University Homesites
- Driving Directions: Heading East on University Dr, turn right onto Academy Rd, left on Pickett, right onto McDowell. House is on your left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
- Middle School: Durham - Githens
- High School: Durham - Jordan
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Transitional
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Masonite
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 2635
- Square Feet: 2,635
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,635 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1971
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 27,442.8
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,458
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 179660
- Lot Number: 2
Listed by Real Broker, LLC, Vanessa Lynn Miller (206) 799-0013 and Real Broker, LLC, Tanner Miller (562) 881-9185
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Schools
Schools serving 2828 McDowell Rd
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lakewood Elementary 2520 Vesson Avenue, Durham, NC 27707 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Lakewood Montessori Middle School 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 3.8 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 2828 McDowell Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 2828 McDowell Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,458
-7%
$550,616
31%
2024
$5,873
6%
$421,058
—
2023
$5,515
2%
$421,058
—
2022
$5,389
—
$421,058
—
2021
$5,364
2%
$421,058
—
2020
$5,238
—
$421,058
—
2019
$5,238
5%
$421,058
15%
2018
$4,970
1%
$366,390
—
2017
$4,933
3%
$366,390
—
2016
$4,767
8%
$366,390
15%
2015
$4,407
—
$318,357
—
2014
$4,407
3%
$318,357
—
2013
$4,272
—
$318,357
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2828 McDowell Road, Durham, NC 27705 (MLS# 10139293) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 2828 McDowell Road is currently listed for $750,000 and was received on January 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 2828 McDowell Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Duke Forest? You can browse all Duke Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.