$285,000

809 Leon St Durham, NC 27704

$3,384
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
858 sqft
0.2 acres
$332 / sqft
House

Property details

About 809 Leon St

NOTE: Cash offers only. Investors/Renovators great opportunity! Adorable cottage in highly desired Northgate Park. 2 Bedrooms, 1 full bath. Large eat-in kitchen and spacious living room that has wonderful morning sunshine. New roof 11/2023. Hardwood floors beautifully refinished 2018. 12x16 Deck resurfaced in 2022-great space for cooking out, hanging with friends. Backyard is fenced and includes a concrete pad for 2 off-street parking spots. Enjoy all the great amenities of Northgate Park neighborhood within an easy walk or bike ride such as tennis courts, dog park, Ellerbee Creek Trail, Museum of Life & Science, Edison Johnson Rec Center. Ride your bike to Downtown Durham and the Farmer's Market! Kitchen and bath could use updating. Some wall& ceiling repairs needed. Great property for investors, renovators or get quick returns on homeowner sweat equity. Similar homes in the neighborhood have sold for $375,000-400,000+ in the last year or two. Rental potential of $1400-1600+. To be sold as-is. See disclosures for more details. Owner is a licensed NC real estate broker.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Gas Pack
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Gas Pack
Size858 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1952
ParkingConcrete, On Site, Parking Pad
MLS #10093131

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Laminate Counters, Primary Downstairs
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Concrete, On Site, Parking Pad
  • Exterior: Back Fence, Fence, Deck, Porch Front, RV Parking
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Gas Pack
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Gas Pack
  • List Price: $285,000
  • Price/SqFt: $332
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,082
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Near Public Transit
  • Directions: I85 to north on Duke St. Left on Leon. House is on the right.
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Living Area: 858 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10093131
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
  • Office Phone: (919) 383-4663
  • Office Email: Tracey.Goetz@bhhsysu.com
  • Listing Agent: Ian Kipp, JoEllen Mason

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$149,271$2,082
2023$149,271$1,955
2022$149,271$1,910
2021$152,768$1,946
2020$152,768$1,900
2019$152,768$1,900
2018$107,945$1,464
2017$107,945$1,453

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Club Boulevard Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.6 mi

400 W Club Blvd

8

George Watts Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

1.2 mi

700 Watts St

3

E.K. Powe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 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 $35,841. The majority of Durham, NC residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

49%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
8%
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?

48%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
7%
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
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • PontiacPontiac
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
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Frequently asked questions

About 809 Leon St

The listing price of 809 Leon St property is $285,000.

The property 809 Leon St is a house located in Durham, North Carolina, 27704.

Active Listing: 809 Leon St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 809 Leon 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), Voyager Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Durham School of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), City of Medicine Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,082 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 809 Leon St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 809 Leon St is 858 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 809 Leon St is 1952.

This home is located at 809 Leon St in Durham, NC and zip code 27704 in the Northgate Park neighborhood. This 858 square foot home, which was built in 1952, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $285,000.

While more than 97 listings in Durham, NC in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 77 listings sold at asking price, and more than 139 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Durham, NC between March and April 2025 increased by 15.2%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 27 days, the median list price was $426,415.

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

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