128 Nelson Street
Durham, NC 27707Investor Opportunity in Prime Durham Location! Unlock the potential of 128 Nelson St, a 2-bed, 2-bath home tucked in the sought-after West College Heights community. This property is ideal for renovators, buy and-hold investors, or anyone looking to build serious equity in a rapidly growing area. Enjoy unmatched convenience with a 5-minute walk to NCCU and a 10- minute stroll to Downtown Durham, home to some of the Triangle's best dining, nightlife, and entertainment. With no HOA, flexible use possibilities, and a vacant home ready for viewing anytime, this is a rare opportunity to secure a value-add project in the heart of the Bull City. Don't miss your chance to transform this space into a profitable investment or standout rental! Some photos have been virtually staged to illustrate potential furniture placement and to digitally remove personal items or clutter; the home is not currently furnished as shown.
$209,000
2 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.21 acres
1,570 square feet
$133 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Wood Siding, Brick Veneer
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.21
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,570
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Carpet, Laminate, Ceramic Tile
- Heating Other
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Rooms Total 2
- Tax Annual Amount 2139
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1951
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1951
- NeighborhoodCollege Heights
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Spaulding
- Middle SchoolDurham - Rogers-Herr
- High SchoolDurham - Hillside
Listing courtesy of Chosen Real Estate Group. © 2025 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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