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Durham, NC 27703Sun-Drenched ''Taft Street'' Ranch in Carolina Arbors - Move-In Ready & Fully Loaded! Located in the highly desirable Carolina Arbors community near Brier Creek, this meticulously maintained one-owner ranch home built in 2015 offers the best of 55+ resort-style living with convenient access to shopping, dining, and major highways. Featuring the highly sought-after Taft Street floor plan by PulteGroup, this thoughtfully designed home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a private office/flex room that can easily serve as a third bedroom, guest space, or hobby room. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen--perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The beautiful kitchen is designed with both function and style in mind, featuring a large island with granite countertops, an electric range, refrigerator INCLUDED, and a separate pantry for additional storage, making it an ideal space for cooking, gathering, and hosting. The kitchen spills into the additional sunroom adding more than 140 square feet of living space, filling the home with natural light and creating the perfect place to relax year-round. Upgrades throughout include hardwood flooring in the main living areas and primary bedroom, ceiling fans throughout, and a whole-house air purification system integrated into the HVAC for enhanced comfort and air quality. The primary suite provides a private retreat with dual vanities, a spacious walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet. The laundry room includes additional cabinetry and shelving for added organization and convenience, washer and dryer INCLUDED. The upgraded two-car garage is a hobbyist's dream, complete with epoxy flooring, an electric vehicle charger, built-in storage shelving, and a utility sink. Step outside to enjoy a private, low-maintenance backyard patio featuring a pergola and privacy screen, creating a wonderful space for relaxing or entertaining guests throughout the year. Residents of Carolina Arbors enjoy exceptional resort-style amenities, including: • Indoor pool and spa • Outdoor pool with cabanas • State-of-the-art fitness center • Ballroom and meeting rooms • Billiards room • Social, card, and game rooms • Demonstration kitchen • Ceramics studio with kiln • Pickleball courts • Har-Tru tennis courts • Bocce ball courts • Dog park and community garden Opportunities to own an upgraded Taft Street model in Carolina Arbors are rare, making this home an exceptional find in one of the Triangle's most desirable active adult communities. With maintenance-free living, wonderful neighbors, and an unbeatable location near Brier Creek, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this exceptional home and community have to offer.
$479,900
2 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.12 acres
1,595 square feet
$301 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Cement Siding, Brick
- Door Features Storm Door(s)
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.12
- Parking Features Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Patio And Porch Features Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Pool Features See Remarks
- Structure Type Patio Home, House
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,595
- Appliances Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Electric Oven, Water Heater, Disposal, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Range Hood, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Heating Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Granite Counters, Crown Molding, Master Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, High Ceilings
- Laundry Features Main Level, Laundry Room
- Rooms Total 8
- Window Features Screens, Insulated Windows, Blinds
- Association Amenities Game Room, Landscaping, Playground, Jogging Path, Indoor Pool, Meeting Room, Barbecue, Sport Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Insurance, Party Room, Fitness Center, Exercise Course, Billiard Room, Dog Park, Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Park, Recreation Facilities, Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Picnic Area, Management
- Association Fee Frequency Monthly
- Association Fee Includes Storm Water Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance
- Association Y/N Yes
- Builder Name Pulte
- Building Name The Taft Street Model
- Community Features Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Pool, Park, Fitness Center
- Senior Community Y/N Yes
- Tax Annual Amount 4914.54
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 2015
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2015
- NeighborhoodCarolina Arbors
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Spring Valley
- Middle SchoolDurham - Neal
- High SchoolDurham - Southern
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