2014 Wa Wa Ave, Durham, NC, 27707
About This Home
Take advantage of a rare opportunity to secure two highly desirable parcels in one of Durham's most popular and fast growing pockets. This offering includes the charming 1.5 story cottage at 2014 Wa Wa Avenue along with the vacant adjoining lot at 107 Hiawatha Avenue, providing exceptional flexibility for homeowners, builders, and investors. The existing 2BR/1BA cottage features classic hardwood floors, a welcoming screened porch, a detached garage with workshop space, and a basement storage/laundry area—ideal for buyers seeking character, functionality, and room to personalize. For builders and developers, the combined parcels create a compelling infill redevelopment opportunity. With strong demand for new construction and convenient access to Duke University, Downtown Durham, RTP, and major highways, this location supports a range of strategies—from renovation and expansion to full redevelopment or the creation of a small subdivision (buyer to verify zoning and density options). Whether you're looking for a timeless cottage with extra land or a strategic investment with long term upside, this property delivers location, versatility, and future potential in one of Durham's most sought after neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Microwave
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partial, Unfinished, Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 165
- Finished area above ground: 1,002
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,167
- Total interior livable area: 1,167 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 104487
- Zoning: R-5
- Special condition: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage,Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 6,969 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Durham County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $169 | $2,028 |
| Property Taxes | $364 | $4,368 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $3,008 | $36,096 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-28 | Price change | $450,000 |
| 2026-05-27 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
| 2013-04-19 | Sold | $137,500 |
| 2013-02-25 | Listed for sale | $144,900 |
| 2002-07-15 | Sold | $98,500 |
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