1608 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707

• 6 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,408 sqft

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.

Listing Status:

Pending

Data Last Updated:

August 6, 2026 at 6:19AM

Listing Office:

Keller Williams Elite Realty : 984-244-5830

Listing Agent:

Stacy Slone : 919-972-1180

MLS ID:

10132796

Interior

• General: Breakfast BarBedroom on Main LevelCeiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingGranite CountersHigh CeilingsSmooth CeilingsWalk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: Main LevelLaundry Room
• Basement: PartialUnfinishedCrawl Space
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Fireplace: Family RoomFireplace

Exterior

• Style: Colonial
• Other Structures: Front PorchCovered
• Parking: Concrete

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: Brick2Crawlspace

Location

• Originating MLS: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE
• County: Durham

Lot

• Zoning: Lufan Park/Lt#02 Fayetteville St/Hd Pl00006a-000068117439

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE