$650,000

1007 Wells Street, Durham, NC 27707

• 3Beds
• 2Baths
• 1,585Sq ft
• 0.29Acres

About this home

"Color is one of the great things in the world that makes life worth living to me." — Georgia O'Keefe. Tucked behind a wrought-iron gate on a peaceful, fully fenced .29 acre lot, this enchanting 1931 Colonial revival in Forest Hills is a home with a story to tell. Formerly knowns as the Earnest D. Rowe house; historic charm quietly hums through this light filled home with six over six sash windows, original wood slat walls, refreshed hardwood floors, and expansive ceilings. The tastefully updated kitchen and primary bathroom blend the character of another era with thoughtful modern comforts. Two bedrooms on the main level are complemented by a third bedroom and full bath upstairs. Gather beside the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, or retreat to the fully heated and cooled glass sunroom for a quiet moment overlooking the whispering trees and gardens.

Beyond the stone garden path lies the property's extraordinary surprise: a detached artist's studio with dramatic doors that open to a unique mosaic patio. A mini-split system, full bathroom, kitchenette, parquet flooring, wood burning stove and unfinished storage room allows guests to reflect as they linger and gaze at the peaceful gardens. Designed for creativity and possibility, this remarkable space invites everything from artistic pursuits to a private writing retreat. Studio building age is unknown.

Located within the annexation to the Morehead Hill Historic District, the property offers historic character without local historic-district restrictions on exterior changes. Qualifying rehabilitation projects may be eligible for historic tax incentives, subject to applicable requirements. Just minutes from Duke University and downtown Durham's celebrated restaurants, craft breweries, eclectic bars, and vibrant cultural scene, this home offers a rare balance of privacy, inspiration, and connection.

A home with history, a garden with soul, and a studio that leaves room for possibility. For those who value originality over the ordinary, this peaceful home invites you to make something beautiful of your own.

Details

Home type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1931

Neighborhood

Forest Hills

County

Durham

Days on market

1 day

Elementary

Durham - Morehead Montessori

Middle

Durham - Lakewood Montessori Middle School

High school

Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School

MLS#

10202966

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Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Elite Realty · 984-244-5830 · MLS# 10202966

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