Seller's Agent in 2025
John Whaley
Frasher Whaley Realty Group
(919) 475-3891
5 in this area
96 Total Sales
1508 James St Durham, NC 27707
Tuscaloosa-Lakewood Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,181
Sq Ft
17,424
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Lakewood Montessori Middle School Rated A-
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2025This historic Tuscaloosa-Lakewood 3BR/3BA home has so much to offer! The Rigsbee House was built circa 1910 and has a large foyer, beautiful hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, moldings, mantles, and a versatile floor plan. Downstairs bedroom and laundry and two bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs with an office/bonus area off one of the upstairs bedrooms. Great outdoor space with front porch and rear deck overlooking large back yard. Huge .4-acre lot that's 291' deep! Terrific opportunity to customize and make this your dream home or live in it as it is. Located on a wonderful street only 2 miles from Duke and downtown Durham.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Frasher Whaley Realty Group License #262351 Listed on: 07/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,460
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 0.4 Acre Lot
- Historic Home
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Lead Paint Disclosure
Interior Spaces
- 2,181 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
- Crawl Space
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Private Driveway
- Paved Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
- Wrap Around Porch
Schools
- Lakewood Elementary School
- Lakewood Montessori Middle School
- Jordan High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0821-13-8211
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 15, 2025
Closed on
Aug 18, 2025
Sold by
Csorba Amy R and Shmitz Robert L
Bought by
Mccall Branson John and Lindsay Schinasi Lindsay
Seller's Agent
John Whaley
Frasher Whaley Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Johnny Chappell
Compass -- Raleigh
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.4%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$40,790
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.85%
Original Mortgage
$451,200
Outstanding Balance
$450,809
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$64,981
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 13, 2008
Sold by
Estate Of Crystal E Hall
Bought by
Schmitz Robert
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $475,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $475,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $65,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $451,200 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $451,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2025 08/25/25 | Sold | $475,000 | +4.4% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2025 07/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | For Sale | $455,000 | -- | $209 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,606 | $565,484 | $329,000 | $236,484 |
| 2024 | $4,460 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2023 | $4,188 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2022 | $4,092 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2021 | $4,073 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2020 | $3,977 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2019 | $3,977 | $319,726 | $55,840 | $263,886 |
| 2018 | $2,866 | $211,313 | $52,350 | $158,963 |
| 2017 | $2,845 | $211,313 | $52,350 | $158,963 |
| 2016 | $2,749 | $211,313 | $52,350 | $158,963 |
| 2015 | $2,345 | $169,418 | $34,697 | $134,721 |
| 2014 | $2,345 | $169,418 | $34,697 | $134,721 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
John Whaley
-
Johnny Chappell
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Johnny Chappell
Compass -- Raleigh
(919) 737-2247
2 in this area
885 Total Sales
-
Lauren Hussey
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Lauren Hussey
Compass -- Raleigh
(919) 302-3980
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10109330
APN: 104279
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