2008 Ward Street
Durham, NC 27707This 1940s Lakewood bungalow duplex + ADU is in full bloom! Overflowing with historic charm, quality updates, and major income potential! Three rentable/livable units in one beautiful package! Gorgeous original hardwoods, sun drenched rooms, custom built ins, exposed brick, and so much character! Not your average income property - everything in this home has been updated with intention. Custom kitchens with newer appliances, including gas ranges and large single basin sinks. Updated baths with lovely tilework. Spacious bedrooms with walk in closets and custom shelving. Each unit equipped with separate laundry. Enjoy low utilities from newer solar panels. A gardeners oasis with established perennials and bluetooth operated irrigation! 2,200+ SF across three units (1BD/1BA, 2BD/1BA, plus a 1BD/1BA loft ADU), this property plants the perfect seed for historic home lovers, investors, or anyone looking to live in one unit while others pay the mortgage! Available fully furnished and turnkey with steady rental history - this beauty is ready to generate income from day one! Walkable to so much Durham goodness - Lakewood AND Rockwood with great coffee shops, restaurants, and the YMCA! Live beautifully. Earn effortlessly.
$820,000
4 bedrooms
3 full bathrooms
0.17 acres
2,257 square feet
$363 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Carport Y/N Yes
- Common Walls 1 Common Wall
- Construction Materials Brick, Fiber Cement
- Exterior Features Awning(s), Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Irrigation, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing Fenced, Partial, Wood
- Lot Size Acres 0.17
- Other Structures Shed(s), Storage
- Parking Features Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, On Street
- Patio And Porch Features Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Pool Features None
- Structure Type Duplex, Multi Family, Site Built, Other
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,257
- Cooling Central Air, Electric, Multi Units, Separate Meters, Varies by Unit
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Combination, Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
- Heating Ductless, Electric, Natural Gas, Varies by Unit
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Master Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features In Unit, Main Level
- Rooms Total 12
- Window Features Insulated Windows
- Association Amenities None
- Community Features None
- Lot Features Garden, Landscaped, Private
- Tax Annual Amount 7279.15
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1947
Additional Property Information
- TypeDuplex
- Built1947
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Lakewood
- Middle SchoolDurham - Lakewood Montessori
- High SchoolDurham - Jordan
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