1608 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707
- $549,900
- 6
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 3,408
- SqFt
Seller Representative Keller Williams Elite Realty
- List Price
- $549,900
- Status
- PENDING
- MLS#
- 10132796
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full-baths
- 3
- Living Area
- 3,408
- Lot Size
- 6,098
- Subdivision
- Not In A Subdivision
- Year Built
- 1919
- Acres
- 0.14
Property Description
THE 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.
Additional Information
- Style
- Colonial
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Smooth Ceilings
- Elementary School
- Durham - C C Spaulding Elementary
- Middle School
- Durham - James E Shepard Magnet Middle School
- High School
- Durham - Josephine Dobbs Clement Early College High School
- Water
- Public
- Basement
- Partial, Unfinished
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Roof
- Shingle
- Heating
- Central
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