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2603 Fairlawn Rd Durham, NC 27705

$350,000

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Beds

Baths

Sqft

1,390

Acres

0.37

Year

1957

Close Date

Aug 22, 2025

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$252

Date Listed

Jul 11, 2025

Description of 2603 Fairlawn Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Listing details for 2603 Fairlawn Rd, Durham, NC 27705 : Step back in time with style in Durham's coveted Dogwood Acres. Sitting on a flat, spacious corner lot, this 1957 gem offers a rare .37-acre yard—a true blank canvas for whatever you dream up. Inside, you'll find mid-century charm paired with smart modern updates, all on one easy level. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and no HOA, there's room to live, play, and entertain—just minutes from downtown Durham. Enjoy peace of mind thanks to major updates, including: All-new electrical and plumbing (2022), HVAC and ductwork (2023), water heater (2022), gutters and downspouts (2022), and a new chimney cap (2024). Whether you're drawn to vintage vibes or ready to make it your own, this home delivers something rare: history with a fresh start.

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 10:43 AM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$350,000

MLS #ID

10108702

Close Price

$350,000

Close Date

Aug 22, 2025

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

1,390

Acres

0.37

Year

1957

Days on Site

467 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$252

Date Listed

Jul 11, 2025

Location

Street Address

2603 Fairlawn Rd

City

Durham

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27705

County

Durham

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Dogwood Acres

Driving Directions

From I 85 take the Guess Rd exit North, Rt on W. Carver St, Lf on Fairlawn Rd - 2603 on the Lf on the corner of Amberwood Dr

Schools

Elementary School

Hillandale

Middle School

Carrington

High School

Riverside

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

2 Full

Total Square Feet

1,390

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1957

Style

Ranch

Construction Materials

Brick Veneer

Foundation

Combination and Pillar/Post/Pier

Roof

Shingle

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$252

Lot Size (Acres)

0.37

Interior Details

Flooring

Hardwood and Linoleum

Fireplace

Heating

Electric, Floor Furnace and Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Exterior Details

Garage

Fencing

None

Waterfront

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Primary Bedroom	Main
Bedroom 2	Main
Bedroom 3	Main
Living Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Dining Room	Main
Primary Bathroom	Main
Bathroom 2	Main
Utility Room	Main

Listing Provided By

Lisa Merritt, 770-851-4132, Nest Realty of the Triangle

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

Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 10108702

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$300K – $416K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Property History

DateEventPrice

8/22/2025

Sold

$350,000

$252/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #10108702

7/11/2025

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #10108702

3/1/2022

Sold

$277,000

$199/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2424183

12/22/2021

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2424183

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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.

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$300K – $416K

Exact number$2,845,000

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