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Address
2705 Newquay Street, Durham, NC
Price
$ 595,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10194910
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDurham
- CityDurham
- NeighborhoodSpring Valley
- Zip27705
- StyleRanch
- Year Built1962
- Price$ 595,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2615
- Lot Size0.78 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
Space, location, and nearly an acre in the heart of Durham—this one is special! Tucked away in a quiet, welcoming enclave, this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath ranch sits on an incredible 0.78-acre lot—a rare find in such a convenient Durham location. Inside, thoughtful renovations have created a home that's both stylish and exceptionally flexible. The renovated kitchen and living room (2022) anchor the main living space, while a full guest suite conversion completed in 2020 offers a spacious bedroom, kitchenette, huge full bath, and beautifully updated laundry room—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, an au pair, or extended stays. The finished walk-out basement, renovated in 2025, adds even more room to spread out, with two versatile rooms, a fireplace, bathroom, and direct access to the backyard through both a sliding glass door and a separate entrance to the fenced portion of the yard. Think home office, gym, playroom, media room, guest space—or a combination of them all. And then there's the backyard! Overlook the expansive property from the large screened-in porch to see that it has been thoughtfully divided into areas for open lawn, fenced space, and an incredibly productive edible garden with rich, fertile soil that has produced abundant vegetables, herbs, and flowers over the years. A large custom-built detached shed (2020) provides fantastic additional storage for gardening gear, bikes, tools, and outdoor equipment. The location may be one of the best surprises of all. Tucked away in Durham's 27705 ZIP code, this home offers the space and privacy of a 0.78-acre lot while keeping you remarkably connected to Downtown Durham, Duke University, Duke University Hospital, Chapel Hill, and major roadways. Eno River State Park, Eno Quarry, Laurel Bluffs, and sections of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail are also nearby, offering easy access to some of Durham's best outdoor recreation. It's an uncommon combination of breathing room, nature, and city convenience—and there's no HOA. Among others, some major improvements include a full guest suite conversion and laundry room renovation in 2020, custom detached shed addition in 2020, kitchen renovation in 2022, new roof in 2023, and finished basement renovation in 2025. Nearly an acre, beautifully updated and flexible living spaces, an established edible garden, nearby trails and the Eno River, no HOA, and convenient access to Duke, Downtown Durham and Chapel Hill—2705 Newquay Street offers a combination of space, location and lifestyle that's increasingly hard to find in Durham.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Durham - Hillandale Elementary Elementary School | Durham - George L Carrington Middle Middle School | Durham - Riverside High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed $595,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Ductless,Forced Air,Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ductless,Heat Pump |
| Roof | Asphalt,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Free-Standing Gas Range,Free-Standing Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Gas Range,Ice Maker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Washer/Dryer |
| Zoning | R-20 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Enclosed,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Brick Veneer |
| Year Built | 1962 |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Durham |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Spring Valley |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Outbuilding,Shed(s),Storage |
| Total Rooms | 15 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Sparger, turn on to Easley, driveway is on Easley at the corner of Newquay |
| High School | Durham - Riverside High |
| City | Durham |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 33977 |
| Elementary School | Durham - Hillandale Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4353.47 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Durham - George L Carrington Middle |
| Structure Type | Site Built |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Crown Molding,Dual Closets,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Stone Counters |
|---|---|
| Basement | Daylight,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access |
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Basement,Family Room,Fire Pit,Wood Burning |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1970 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Inside,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 645 |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Fenced Yard,Fire Pit,Garden,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Storage |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard,Fenced,Privacy |
| Parking Features | Parking Pad |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Corner Lot,Garden,Gentle Sloping,Sloped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.78 |
| Foundation Details | Permanent,Crawlspace |
| Building Area Total | 2615 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.78 |
| Door Features | French Doors |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 27705
Price
Year Built
