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Durham, NC 27712Welcome home to this enchanting 4-bedroom ranch on a spacious .58-acre lot nestled in a quiet neighborhood—offering privacy and peace just minutes from Historic Downtown Durham! Step inside to find freshly painted interiors, new light fixtures, and a warm blend of original hardwood floors, pine paneling, and LVP flooring recently added to the kitchen and den. With 1557 sq ft, this home offers flexible living—use one bedroom as a home office or creative studio. The inviting living room is filled with natural light, while the stone paver patio wraps along the side and back—perfect for entertaining or enjoying the serene views of established hardwood trees and flowering shrubs. Built in 1957, this brick gem has timeless character, including hardwood paneling accents, a wood-burning fireplace and established neighborhood. The exterior has been freshly power-washed and landscaped highlighting the generous front yard for lush curb appeal and a detached storage with the potential for electrical hookup. Located just 9 minutes to Duke University, 12 minutes to Historic Downtown Durham, and close to Riverside High School, Eno River, Duke Gardens, Duke Forest, Nasher Museum of Art, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and DPAC—this home offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and comfort.
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Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1957
- NeighborhoodHuckleberry Heights
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Hillandale
- Middle SchoolDurham - Brogden
- High SchoolDurham - Riverside

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- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Carport Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Brick Veneer
- Exterior Features Rain Gutters, Garden, Storage
- Fencing Partial, Privacy
- Lot Size Acres 0.58
- Parking Features Attached Carport, Driveway, Carport, Attached
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch, Patio
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,557
- Appliances Microwave, Electric Range, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Dining Room, Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination
- Laundry Features In Carport
- Rooms Total 7
- Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Lot Features Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 3256.14
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1957