Beautifully renovated 1940 gem with 3,000+ SF of elegant living space on 1/2- acre cul-de-sac seamlessly combines classic charm with contemporary updates. Deluxe kitchen is the heart of the home--a culinary haven featuring large island with soapstone top & antique heart pine sides, equipped with Wolf 6-burner gas range, Miele DW & charming Shaw's original Fireclay farmhouse sink. Adjoining the kitchen is the inviting FR, complete with Heatilator FP with wrap-around mantle & soapstone surround, plus natural white oak floors with 5-inch planks adding warmth & elegance to both rooms. Formal dining room exudes sophistication with crown moldings, plantation shutters & gleaming hardwood floors—ideal for entertaining. Cozy LR with FP creates a warm ambiance for gatherings. Main floor office/library offers a quiet retreat for work or study. Upstairs, 3 spacious BRs & 2 beautifully renovated baths provide comfort & privacy for family & guests. Enjoy fabulous outdoor spaces including a screened porch, spacious deck, fenced yard & courtyard-style patio—perfect for al fresco dining or unwinding after a long day. Located in a coveted neighborhood just blocks from the Duke Main West Campus, this home is ideally situated near local parks, shops & dining options. A truly special home! * Property offered includes 8 Sylvan (PIN 0821-28-2273) + 622 Swift (PIN 0821-28-4203)
Sold for $1,175,000 on 12/04/24
$1,175,000
8 Sylvan Rd, Durham, NC 27701
3beds
3,060sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,282,300 Zestimate®
$384/sqft
$3,393 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,282,300
$1.13M - $1.47M
$3,393/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 18, 2025 at 06:32am
Listed by:
Judy Weinstock 919-270-1238,
Keller Williams Central
Bought with:
Kathy Shaw, 287994
Keller Williams Realty United
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10057394
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Heatilator, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,060
- Total interior livable area: 3,060 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,060
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 99
- Parking features: On Street, Outside
- Uncovered spaces: 99
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard, Full, Wood
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0821282273
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Block, Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Membrane, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2024 | Sold | $1,175,000+6.8%$384/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10057394 | ||
| 10/22/2024 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$359/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10057394 | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+279.3%$359/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10057394 | ||
| 6/10/1998 | Sold | $290,000$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,994 +46.3% | $1,008,121 +105.9% |
| 2024 | $6,830 +6.5% | $489,635 |
| 2023 | $6,414 +2.3% | $489,635 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Duke West Campus
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10E K Powe ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Rogers-Herr MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Lakewood
- Middle: Durham - Brogden
- High: Durham - Riverside
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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