1608 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707

Durham
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1608 Fayetteville Street,Durham, NC 27707
$549,900
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,408 sq. ft.
  • Single 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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1919
  • Subdivision & Development:Not in a Subdivision
  • Listing ID #:10132796
  • Added:315 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 25, 2026 at 08:18 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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