1007 Wells Street
Durham, NC 27707"Color is one of the great things in the world that makes life worth living to me." — Georgia O'Keefe. Tucked behind a wrought-iron gate on a peaceful, fully fenced .29 acre lot, this enchanting 1931 Colonial revival in Forest Hills is a home with a story to tell. Formerly knowns as the Earnest D. Rowe house; historic charm quietly hums through this light filled home with six over six sash windows, original wood slat walls, refreshed hardwood floors, and expansive ceilings. The tastefully updated kitchen and primary bathroom blend the character of another era with thoughtful modern comforts. Two bedrooms on the main level are complemented by a third bedroom and full bath upstairs. Gather beside the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, or retreat to the fully heated and cooled glass sunroom for a quiet moment overlooking the whispering trees and gardens. Beyond the stone garden path lies the property's extraordinary surprise: a detached artist's studio with dramatic doors that open to a unique mosaic patio. A mini-split system, full bathroom, kitchenette, parquet flooring, wood burning stove and unfinished storage room allows guests to reflect as they linger and gaze at the peaceful gardens. Designed for creativity and possibility, this remarkable space invites everything from artistic pursuits to a private writing retreat. Studio building age is unknown. Located within the annexation to the Morehead Hill Historic District, the property offers historic character without local historic-district restrictions on exterior changes. Qualifying rehabilitation projects may be eligible for historic tax incentives, subject to applicable requirements. Just minutes from Duke University and downtown Durham's celebrated restaurants, craft breweries, eclectic bars, and vibrant cultural scene, this home offers a rare balance of privacy, inspiration, and connection. A home with history, a garden with soul, and a studio that leaves room for possibility. For those who value originality over the ordinary, this peaceful home invites you to make something beautiful of your own.
$650,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.29 acres
1,585 square feet
$410 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N No
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer, Brick, Wood Siding, Block
- Exterior Features Garden
- Fencing Other, Wrought Iron
- Garage Y/N No
- Lot Size Acres 0.29
- Other Structures Shed(s)
- Parking Features Driveway, Concrete, Gravel
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch, Glass Enclosed
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,585
- Appliances Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Basement Crawl Space
- Below Grade Finished Area 0
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Tile, Wood
- Heating Central, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Dressing Room, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination, Second Primary Bedroom, High Ceilings, Dual Closets, Walk-In Shower, Chandelier
- Laundry Features Main Level, Inside
- Rooms Total 6
- Window Features Screens, Wood Frames
- Association Y/N No
- Building Name unknown
- Community Features Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Lot Features Sloped Up, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private
- Senior Community Y/N No
- Tax Annual Amount 4682.77
- Water Source Public
- Waterfront Y/N No
- Year Built 1931
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1931
- NeighborhoodForest Hills
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Morehead Montessori
- Middle SchoolDurham - Lakewood Montessori Middle School
- High SchoolDurham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
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