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2017 Wa Wa Ave Durham, NC 27707

$759,500

CLOSED

Beds

Baths

Sqft

1,545

Acres

0.28

Year

1926

Close Date

Jun 17, 2021

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$492

Date Listed

Jun 1, 2021

Description of 2017 Wa Wa Ave, Durham, NC 27707

Listing details for 2017 Wa Wa Ave, Durham, NC 27707 : This 1926 Tuscaloosa-Lakewood cottage has been carefully updated w/out sacrificing its inherent cottage character. Updated bathrooms and new modern kitchen gracefully combine with old wood floors and deep southern front porch for the perfect blend of old and new. Classic features such as shiplap and custom crafted shutters seal the charm factor. 1-car garage ideal for small car or storage. Walkable to Lakewood Elementary and centrally located to Rockwood shops & restaurants as well as Duke & Downtown.

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 8:06 AM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$459,900

MLS #ID

2387100

Close Price

$759,500

Close Date

Jun 17, 2021

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

1,545

Acres

0.28

Year

1926

Days on Site

755 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$492

Date Listed

Jun 1, 2021

Location

Street Address

2017 Wa Wa Ave

City

Durham

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27707

County

Durham

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Not In A Subdivision

Driving Directions

From W Chapel Hill St, turn left on Chapel Hill Rd, turn left onto Wa Wa Ave, home will be on your left.

Schools

Elementary School

Lakewood

Middle School

Brogden

High School

Jordan

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

2 Full

Total Square Feet

1,545

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1926

Style

Cape Cod

Construction Materials

Masonite

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$492

Lot Size (Acres)

0.28

Lot Dimensions

55 x 230 x 50 x 253

Interior Details

Interior Features

Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower and Other

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater and Range Hood

Flooring

Tile and Wood

Fireplace

Heating

Forced Air and Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air and Zoned

Exterior Details

Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

Parking Features

Driveway, Garage and Gravel

Patio & Porch Features

Covered and Porch

Fencing

None

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

Unknown

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Dining Room	Main
Family Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 2	Main
Bedroom 3	Second
Other	—
Bathroom 2	Main

Listing Provided By

Peggy Harris, 919-740-3072, Nest Realty of the Triangle

Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS

Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 2387100

What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$528K – $880K

Exact number$2,845,000

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What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$528K – $880K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Property History

DateEventPrice

6/17/2021

Sold

$759,500

$492/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2387100

6/1/2021

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2387100

12/15/2020

Sold

$237,500

$154/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2336193

8/10/2020

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2336193

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$528K – $880K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Is this your home?

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