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Residential Land for Sale in Durham, North Carolina

430 Sowell St, Durham, NC 27701

$450,000
0.16 acres
Active
$100k drop
Est $3,098/mo

Major Opportunity Alert for Builders, Developers & Investors in Durham's Federal Opportunity Zone Unlock rare potential with two adjoining parcels at 430 Sowell Street and 429 Lakeland Street (MLS #10127869), Zoning RU-5(2), nestled in the heart of Durham's most rapidly transforming neighborhood. Together, they present a prime redevelopment opportunity within a Federal Opportunity Zone, offering unbeatable positioning, flexibility, and growth potential. These adjoining properties, covering a corner-to-corner section, of a city block, lie in Durham's Urban Tier, qualifying for the Small Lot Option under city zoning, ideal for infill construction, small-lot single-family homes, townhouses, or a creative clustered site plan. With existing curb cuts, utilities at the street, and New Construction homes already completed next door and just 300 yards away, the comparables and momentum are strong. Verify options with Durham Planning Dept. Strategically located on the R. Kelly Bryant Bridge Trail, directly across from Burton Magnet Elementary School, and minutes from Downtown Durham, NCCU, and major redevelopment corridors-this area embodies the next wave of growth and community revitalization. Endless potential awaits: Redevelop, build out a multi-home collection, or update the existing residence for cash flow while finalizing plans. This pairing, 430 Sowell + 429 Lakeland, represents a turnkey entry point for small to mid-size builders and investors seeking immediate upside in one of Durham's most promising growth pockets.

Location

Street address
430 Sowell St
Elevation
383 feet
Coordinates
35.9796, -78.8877

Property details

Lot size
0.16 acres6,970 sq ft
Zoning
RU-5(2)
MLS #
DMLS 10127865
Posted

Property taxes

2024
$323 - Prop-Smith Etna B Pl00031b-000075

Parcels

  • 119057

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Land

Lot

Vegetation
Cleared, Grassed
Features
City Lot, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot

Exterior

Fencing
Chain Link

Structure

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Nearby schools

NameLevelDistrictDescription
Durham - BurtonElementary
Durham - Lowes GroveMiddle
Durham - HillsideHigh

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Nov 17, 2025Price drop$450,000$100,000 -18.2%DMLS
Oct 16, 2025New listing$550,000DMLS
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This 0.16-acre property is located at 430 Sowell St in Durham, NC 27701. The property is available for sale for $450,000.

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