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$395,000

1701 Ruffin St Durham, NC 27701

3 beds
1 full
930 sqft
0.2 acres
$425 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1701 Ruffin St

Charming 3-bedroom cottage on the north end of Trinity Park, offering an open-concept living and dining area with gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The updated eat-in kitchen features built-in shelving, a walk-in pantry, bench seating with storage, and butcher block countertops providing generous prep space. A cozy 3-season sunroom adds extra flexibility year-round. The spacious hallway leads to three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy an enormous covered deck perfect for entertaining. The fully fenced yard backs to a wooded area and includes a wired workshop—ideal for hobbies or storage. All just minutes to Downtown Durham, 9th Street, Duke University, and Duke Hospital. Third bedroom has a stackable washer dryer that comes with the home.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump
Size930 sqft
Lot size0.22 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingDriveway, Gravel, Shared Driveway
MLS #10108735

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Range, Ice Maker, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway, Gravel, Shared Driveway
  • Exterior: Awnings, Deck, Porch Front
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $395,000
  • Price/SqFt: $424
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,867
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Take Exit 177 for US-15 BUS / US-501 BUS / Roxboro St toward Downtown Durham.Head south on N Roxboro St (about 1.7 miles).Turn left onto Club Blvd.Turn left onto Ruffin St.1701 Ruffin St will be on your left, near the end of the street.
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 930 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10108735
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Navigate Realty
  • Office Phone: (910) 707-4321
  • Office Email: chris@navigaterealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Ellen Farber, Tiffany Williamson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 19, 2019
Home Sold
$233,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$133,901$1,867
2023$133,901$1,753
2022$133,901$1,713
2021$133,901$1,705
2020$133,901$1,665
2019$133,901$1,665
2018$138,851$1,883
2017$138,851$1,869

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Club Boulevard Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.4 mi

400 W Club Blvd

8

George Watts Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.8 mi

700 Watts St

3

E.K. Powe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

913 9th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,233. The majority of Durham, NC residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

54%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • PontiacPontiac
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1701 Ruffin St

The listing price of 1701 Ruffin St property is $395,000.

The property 1701 Ruffin St is a house located in Durham, North Carolina, 27701.

Active Listing: 1701 Ruffin St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1701 Ruffin St are: Club Boulevard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), George Watts Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), E.K. Powe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brogden Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Discovery Charter (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central Park School for Child (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Durham School of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lakeview School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Voyager Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,867 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 19, 2019 for $233,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1701 Ruffin St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1701 Ruffin St is 930 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1701 Ruffin St is 1950.

This home is located at 1701 Ruffin St in Durham, NC and zip code 27701 in the Northgate Park neighborhood. This 930 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $395,000.

Durham, NC housing market in June 2025 saw over 87 listings sold above listed price, more than 80 sold at listed price and over 173 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Durham, NC between May and June 2025 increased by 0.3%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 31 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $424,428.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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