1608 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
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1608 Fayetteville Street,Durham, NC 27707
$549,900
- 6 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,408 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Pending
Listed by: stacy slone
Office: keller williams elite realty
MLS#:10132796
Source:RD
Price summary
- Price:$549,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$161.36
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1919
- Subdivision & Development:Not in a Subdivision
- Listing ID #:10132796
- Added:266 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 07, 2026 at 07:54 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:13
- Flooring:Tile, Wood
- Kitchen Description:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Partial, Unfinished, Unheated
- Living area:3,408 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1919
- Building area:3,408 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.14 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Brick
- Exterior Features:Covered, Front Porch
- Levels:Two
Schools
- High school:Durham - Josephine Dobbs Clement Early College High School
- Middle school:Durham - James E Shepard Magnet Middle School
- Elementary school:Durham - C C Spaulding Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$549,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$161.36
- Tax amount:$5,594
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Laundry Room, Main Level
Parking
- Parking description:Concrete
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