1308 Ruffin Street
Durham, NC 27701Built to last, this beautifully maintained 1940s cottage is a timeless gem nestled on a picturesque corner lot in sought-after Trinity Park. Blending classic character with thoughtful updates, this home embodies the charm of Southern living. Step inside to find gorgeous hardwood floors, exposed brick accents, an updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances with new dishwasher 2025, quartz countertops, and gorgeous cabinetry. The bathrooms offer modern comfort, while the spacious primary suite includes a private en-suite bath with a walk-in tiled shower, quartz vanity, and stylish fixtures. Enjoy multiple living spaces with both a formal living room and a generous family room, offering flexibility for entertaining or everyday living. Outside, the fully fenced and professionally landscaped backyard is your own private retreat; perfect for gardening, relaxing, or hosting unforgettable dinners under the stars on the expansive patio. A finished workshop adds even more versatility, making an ideal home office, studio, or hobby space. Just a couple of houses down from the Ellerbee Creek entrance and a short walk to all that downtown Durham has to offer this is more than a house- it's a place to call home.
$625,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.17 acres
1,553 square feet
$402 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement
- Exterior Features Storage
- Fencing Full, Wrought Iron
- Lot Size Acres 0.17
- Parking Features Asphalt, On Street
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,553
- Appliances Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Cooling Gas
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Heating None
- Laundry Features In Kitchen
- Rooms Total 10
- Lot Features Corner Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 5402.47
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1945
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1945
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Club Boulevard Elementary
- Middle SchoolDurham - Brogden Middle
- High SchoolDurham - Riverside High
Listing courtesy of Urban Durham Realty. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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