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821 Onslow St, Durham, NC 27705

  • $995,000

    Last sold 11/26/2025 after 185 Days

  • 6

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 3,525

    Sqft ($282/Sqft)

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About 821 Onslow St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1950
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 6,970 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Property description
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!
Listed by
Listing Agent - CJ Jones
Listing Office - Mark Spain Real Estate
Source: Triangle MLS mls logo
MLS#10098682 • last updated 6 months ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Levels/Style Three Or More, Bungalow, Cape Cod, Traditional
Virtual Tour N/A
MLS # 10098682
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
Living Area 3525, Square Feet
Lot Size (SqFt) 6969.6
Lot Size (Acres) 0.16
Property Tax 7580.24
Year Built 1950
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 3
# Full Baths 3
# Bedrooms 6
Basement Walk-Out Access
Total # of Rooms 15
Laundry Laundry Room, Main Level
Flooring Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Accessibility Features Central Living Area
Interior Features Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Dual Closets, Granite Counters
Fireplace Living Room
Exterior
Foundation Combination
Roof Shingle
Construction Brick Veneer
# Open Parking Spaces 2
Parking Desc On Street
Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Private Yard
Patio/ Porch Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Fencing Back Yard, Fenced
Amenities / Utilities
Utilities Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Amenities None
Pool Desc None
Location
View None
County Durham
Subdivision Trinity Heights
Elementary School Durham - George Watts
Middle School Durham - Durham School Of The Arts
High School Durham - Durham School Of The Arts
APN 100210
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage City Street
Road Surface Paved
$978K
Range: $929K-$1.02M
Last 30 days 
  • Nov 2025
    mls logo MLS # 10098682
  • Nov 26, 2025 Sold
    $995,000 (-16.7%)
  • Aug 12, 2025 Pending
  • Jul 29, 2025 Price Change
    $1,195,000 (-1.6%)
  • Jul 15, 2025 Price Change
    $1,215,000 (-0.8%)
  • Jun 27, 2025 Price Change
    $1,225,000 (-1.2%)
  • Jun 16, 2025 Price Change
    $1,240,000 (-0.8%)
  • May 25, 2025 Listed
    $1,250,000 (+83.8%)
  • Aug 2016
    mls logo MLS # 2075526
  • Aug 18, 2016 Sold
    $680,000 (+3.2%)
  • Jun 26, 2016 Contingent
  • Jun 25, 2016 Listed
    $659,000
  • Jun 25, 2016 Listed
    $659,000 (+53.3%)
  • Sep 2013
    mls logo MLS # 1910596
  • Sep 13, 2013 Contingent
  • Sep 11, 2013 Listed
    $430,000
  • Sep 11, 2013 Listed
    $430,000 (+30.3%)
  • May 2006
    mls logo MLS # 863281
  • May 5, 2006 Listed
    $329,900
  • 821 Onslow St
    $995K
  • Trinity Heights
    $499K -42% y/y
  • 27705
    $600K +6% y/y
  • Durham
    $432K -1% y/y
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