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Property Description
Sweet brick ranch with so much to love. A great option for a first-time buyer or investor, this home offers hardwood floors, updated fixtures, and a charming kitchen with a new marble counter and tile backsplash. All appliances convey, making move-in even easier. The bathroom features a double-sink granite-top vanity. Step outside to enjoy the extended concrete patio, large fenced backyard, and 12x8 storage. Conveniently located just minutes to Duke, Downtown, and nearby city parks and trails. Roof replaced in 2021, HVAC in 2016, and double-pane windows add comfort and efficiency.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3516 Preston Ave
General
- Price: $295,000
- Taxes: $2,681
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10155387
- Updated: 5/18/2026
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Smooth Ceilings, Storage
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Gas Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Kirkwood
- Driving Directions: From Durham, I-85, take the Guess Road Exit. Go North on Guess. Turn right on Kirkwood Drive. Turn right on Preston, and the home is on the left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Hillandale Elementary
- Middle School: Durham - Carrington
- High School: Durham - Riverside
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Structure Type: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1079
- Square Feet: 1,079
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,079 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,810.4
- Frontage: City Street
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
- Zoning: R-10
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Full
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,681.96
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 126677
- Lot Number: 1
Listed by Your Connection Realty LLC, Stacie Dye
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Schools
Schools serving 3516 Preston Ave
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hillandale Elementary, Durham, NC 2730 Hillandale Road, Durham, NC 27705 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
George L Carrington Middle 227 Milton Road, Durham, NC 27712 | 6-8 | 3.1 mi |
Riverside High School, Durham, NC 3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 3516 Preston Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Listed
$295,000
15.69%
MLS
9/07/2021
Sold
$255,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 3516 Preston Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,682
34%
$270,550
89%
2024
$2,000
6%
$143,385
—
2023
$1,878
2%
$143,385
—
2022
$1,835
—
$143,385
—
2021
$1,827
2%
$143,385
—
2020
$1,784
—
$143,385
—
2019
$1,784
24%
$143,385
35%
2018
$1,436
1%
$105,880
—
2017
$1,426
3%
$105,880
—
2016
$1,378
-9%
$105,880
-4%
2015
$1,520
—
$109,771
—
2014
$1,520
3%
$109,771
—
2013
$1,473
—
$109,771
—
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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3516 Preston Avenue, Durham, NC 27705 (MLS# 10155387) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 3516 Preston Avenue is currently listed for $295,000 and was received on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 3516 Preston Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Durham? You can browse all Durham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

