2203 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707
$697,000
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Home Description
A Rare Gem in Forest Hills - Cottage home with a fully finished basement & Buyer Incentives!
Welcome to 2203 University Drive, a beautifully restored cottage with bold Art Deco influence, located in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods—Forest Hills. With its stone façade, arched windows and doorways, and curated blend of vintage character and modern luxury, this home is truly one of a kind.
Step inside to an open-concept living space filled with light and warmth. The living room features a classic fireplace that flows effortlessly into a spacious dining area and a fully updated kitchen complete with modern cabinetry, stylish finishes, and even a half bath for guests.
Down the hall, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom—perfect for comfortable everyday living. But the real surprise comes downstairs: a private ensuite with its own living area, dry bar, bookshelf nook, spiral staircase, and separate entrance. Ideal for guests, in-laws, or extra income as a private rental suite.
This home features:
3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms
Whole-house spray foam insulation
Fully finished basement suite with private access
Front street parking + private rear driveway
Located just 3 minutes to Forest Hills Park and under 2 miles to Downtown Durham, DPAC, Tobacco District, Duke University, and Brightleaf Square
Seller is offering up to $15,500 in closing cost credit with preferred lender—to be used at the buyer's discretion! Whether applied to buying down your rate, covering lender fees, or reducing cash-to-close, this is a rare opportunity to save big.
Whether you're drawn to the curb appeal, charm, or location—this home checks all the boxes. Homes with this kind of architectural detail and flexibility don't come around often.
- Interior: Bar,Bathtub/Shower Combination,Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,High Ceilings,Quartz Counters,Recessed Lighting,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower,Wet Bar
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Appliances: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 1
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Exterior: Private Yard,Uncovered Courtyard
- Construction Materials: Stone
- Roof: Flat
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Stone
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Lot: Landscaped
- Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Available now at $697,000
Approximate Room Sizes/Locations
| Bathroom 2 | | 7.80 x 9.70 | Basement |
| Dining Room | | 13.00 x 14.00 | Main |
| Family Room | | 20.30 x 19.50 | Basement |
| Kitchen | | 22.50 x 13.00 | Main |
| Living Room | | 18.10 x 16.00 | Main |
| Primary Bathroom | | 8.60 x 8.40 | Main |
- Property Type: Single Family Residence
- Style: Cottage
- Levels: One
- New Construction: No
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Total HOA Dues: $0.00
- Annual Taxes: $4,339.99
- Listing Office: Compass -- Raleigh
- List Status: Active
Neighborhood
The average asking price of a 3 bedroom Durham home in this zip code is
$447,889 (35.7% less than this home).
This home is priced at $291/sqft,
which is 6.2% less than similar homes
in the 27707 zip code.
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School Information
- Elementary:Durham - Spaulding
- Middle School:Durham - Lakewood Montessori
- High School:Durham - J D Clement Early College
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Listing Courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh.
For information or to schedule a viewing of this property (MLS# 10105670), call: 713-298-4147
2203 University Dr, Durham NC is a single family home of 2394 sqft and
is currently priced at $697,000
.
This single family home has 3 bedrooms.
A comparable home for sale at 306 Cecil St in Durham is listed at $465,000.
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