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Durham, NC 27707THE SHEPARD HOUSE: HISTORIC SCALE & UNBEATABLE VALUE. Now offered at an incredible $144/sq ft, this breathtaking 6-bedroom estate in the Fayetteville St District is a substantial investment opportunity or a rare find for a large family. Unlike typical 1920s builds, major systems are updated: over $30k in recent improvements includes new HVAC ductwork (2024), a 75-gallon water heater (11/2025), updated plumbing, and extensive roof work. The turnkey interior features a show-stopping grand double staircase, soaring ceilings, gleaming original hardwoods, modernized kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances, and cozy gas fireplace. FLEXIBLE 6-BEDROOM LAYOUT: Ideal for growing families needing dedicated home offices and guest space, or as a high-yield rental targeting the NCCU student market (estimated gross rent $5k+/mo). Prime location just minutes from NCCU, Duke, and Downtown, and 5 blocks from the American Tobacco Trail. Private parking pad for 2-3 vehicles. Fenced yard provides safe space for kids and pets. Large laundry room with 2 washers/2 dryers conveys. Own a turnkey historic mansion for a fraction of local comps. Lender credit of $3,500 available.
$549,900
6 bedrooms
3 full bathrooms
0.14 acres
3,408 square feet
$161 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Brick
- Lot Size Acres 0.14
- Parking Features Concrete
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Front Porch
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 3,408
- Appliances Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer
- Basement Partial, Unfinished, Unheated
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room
- Flooring Tile, Wood
- Heating Central
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 13
- Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Lot Features Corner Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 5594
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1919
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1919
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Spaulding
- Middle SchoolDurham - Shepard
- High SchoolDurham - J D Clement Early College
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