1023 Lakewood Avenue
Durham, NC 27707Just minutes from downtown Durham, this beautifully renovated historic home sits on a rare .21-acre lot beneath a canopy of mature trees, blending timeless character with modern comfort. Located within Durham's historic district, renovations were completed in accordance with local historic preservation standards, ensuring improvements respect the architectural character of the neighborhood while introducing modern efficiency and style. Inside, 1,099 square feet of inviting living space is filled with natural light from new Andersen energy-efficient windows, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere throughout the home. Thoughtful updates enhance everyday living while maintaining the charm and warmth that make historic homes so special. Outside you'll enjoy the newly fenced backyard, offering space for pets, gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing under the mature trees that define this established Durham neighborhood. The sun-filled front yard provides excellent potential for flower beds, raised gardens, or a welcoming outdoor sitting area. Perfectly positioned just minutes from downtown Durham, parks, restaurants, shopping, and public transit, this home offers a lifestyle of convenience while still providing the peaceful setting of a tree-lined residential street. 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, all first-floor living. Stainless steel LG appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, floor to ceiling tile for the shower and tub. The large stainless steel farm sink. It is all the little details, careful considerations that make this home truly warm and inviting. Open House with Purpose TODAY Sunday, March 8th - Come see this beautiful home and bring non-perishable food donations for the Central and Eastern Food Bank of North Carolina. Help me support those in our community that need it the most.
$465,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.21 acres
1,099 square feet
$423 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Frame
- Exterior Features Awning(s), Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Back Yard, Fenced
- Lot Size Acres 0.21
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,099
- Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Vinyl
- Heating Central, Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Separate Shower, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features In Bathroom
- Rooms Total 7
- Association Amenities None
- Community Features Historical Area, Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Tax Annual Amount 3.5
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1945
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1945
- NeighborhoodLakewood Hills
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Morehead
- Middle SchoolDurham - Lakewood Montessori
- High SchoolDurham - Jordan
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