$1,195,000
PENDING $55K PRICE DROP

821 Onslow St Durham, NC 27705

Estimated payment $7,130/month

Total Views 5,312
6 Beds
3 Baths
3,525 Sq Ft
$339 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

Brand New Roof! Freshly painted outside! Rare Opportunity Just Steps from Duke University - 6-Bedroom Home with Income Potential!

Situated just a few doors down from Duke University, this classic and spacious 6-bedroom home is a rare find—offering incredible versatility, income potential, and a walkable location in one of Durham's most sought-after neighborhoods.

The main level features a comfortable guest bedroom and a full bathroom, ideal for visitors, multigenerational living, or added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom with multiple closets, along with two additional bedrooms and a full hall bathroom—perfect for family living or home office setups.

Downstairs, a fully finished basement apartment with a separate entrance includes its own full kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, and a private bath—making it a perfect income-producing rental, in-law suite, or guest quarters.

Outdoor living is a highlight, with a fenced-in backyard, a large deck featuring an enclosed slide for added fun, and a patio with basketball goals that convey—a true entertainer's dream.

Additional features include:

Recently updated kitchen with modern finishes

Roof currently being replaced via insurance claim—to be completed before closing

Ample storage and layout flexibility throughout

Whether you're an investor, a growing household, or simply looking for a unique property in a prime location, this home offers the space, charm, and opportunity to make it your own. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Agent

CJ Jones

Mark Spain Real Estate License #320663 Listed on: 05/25/2025

Mark Spain Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,580

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Brick Veneer
  • Combination Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Dual Closets
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • George Watts Elementary School
  • Durham School Of The Arts Middle School
  • Durham School Of The Arts High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Community Sewer or Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Trinity Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 100210

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,580

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1950
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Trinity Heights
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2574.0
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cape Cod, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: Yes
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Flooring Tile: Yes
  • Interior Features BathtubShower Combination: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • Security Features Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Flooring Hardwood: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Types Bedroom 4 Level: First
  • Room Types Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Family Room2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Types Bedroom 5 Level: Basement
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Architectural Style Bungalow: Yes
  • Levels Three Or More: Yes
  • In-Law Suite Details Separate Entry: Yes
  • Interior Features ApartmentSuite: Yes
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • Sewer Community Sewer: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • In-Law Suite Details With Kitchen: Yes
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 2574.0
  • General Property Information Below Grade Finished Area: 951.0
  • General Property Information Carport YN: No
  • Fencing Fenced: Yes
  • Flooring Concrete3: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bathroom Level: Second
  • Utilities Electricity Connected: Yes
  • Utilities Sewer Connected: Yes
  • Fencing Back Yard: Yes
  • Interior Features Dual Closets: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 6970.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Foundation Details Combination: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Dual Closets, Granite Counters
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 951.0
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 15
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior Features:Granite Counters: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Range: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Living Room: Yes
  • Appliances:WasherDryer Stacked: Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Out Access: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Acres: 0.16
  • Construction Type: Brick Veneer
  • Foundation Details: Combination
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Fenced - Yard: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Brick Veneer: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Private Yard: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Accessibility Features:Central Living Area: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:On Street: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: Yes
  • General Property Information:Open Parking Spaces2: 2.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Amenities:None: Yes
  • Horse Amenities:None11: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Durham - Durham School of the Arts
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Durham School of the Arts

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6970.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 100210

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7580.24
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Durham - George Watts

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,580 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2023 $7,118 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2022 $6,955 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2021 $6,923 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2020 $6,760 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2019 $6,760 $543,425 $116,400 $427,025
2018 $6,974 $514,095 $52,380 $461,715
2017 $6,922 $514,095 $52,380 $461,715
2016 $6,308 $484,822 $52,380 $432,442
2015 $4,167 $301,050 $68,558 $232,492
2014 $4,167 $301,050 $68,558 $232,492
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2025 08/11/25 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $1,195,000 -1.6% $339 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $1,215,000 -0.8% $345 / Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Price Changed $1,225,000 -1.2% $348 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Price Changed $1,240,000 -0.8% $352 / Sq Ft
05/25/2025 05/25/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $355 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $680,000 --
Warranty Deed $425,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $319,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $241,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $49,999 Credit Line Revolving
Open $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $305,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $260,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $255,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $95,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $103,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $190,964 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10098682

Doorify MLS

APN: 100210