About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 3514 Rugby Road in Durham, NC is listed for $1,225,000 ($388 per sqft). Built in 1961, the home offers 3,157 sqft of living space on a 1.26 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1961
  • 1.26 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 4 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
4 spaces
1961

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

An exceptional opportunity to own a charming home on a double lot in desirable Old Hope Valley at an attractive price! Offering wonderful possibilities, this property is perfect to enjoy just as it is today, with the added potential for future expansion.

Featured in American Home magazine, the home was described by its original owners, Dr. and Mrs. Baxter Sapp, as "one that's easy to love," highlighting its Colonial charm, intimate scale, privacy, and livability. The article also praised builder John C.

Williams' meticulous attention to detail and proportion, noting that his craftsmanship "has brought distinction to what might have been a run-of-the-mill Cape Cod." Thoughtful updates beautifully complement the home's original character, including a stunning chef's kitchen featuring a Wolf gas range and a gorgeous quartzite island, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The adjoining pantry and bar area offer a wonderful combination of style and functionality, while the beautifully updated primary and secondary bathrooms showcase exquisite, premium tile selections. Don't miss the inviting sunroom overlooking the backyard, a peaceful retreat where you can relax, enjoy the surrounding greenery, and appreciate the natural beauty that makes Old Hope Valley such a special place to call home.

With its rich architectural history, timeless charm, beautiful updates, and generous double lot, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Old Hope Valley living.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$6,552/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$886
Interest$5,308
Insurance$357

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3514 Rugby Road

Durham, NC 27707

Not in a Subdivision

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Bathtub/Shower CombinationBookcasesChandelierCrown MoldingEat-in KitchenHigh Speed InternetIn-Law FloorplanKitchen IslandPantryQuartz CountersRecessed LightingSmooth CeilingsStone CountersStorageWalk-In Closet(s)Walk-In Shower

Exterior Features

GardenPlaygroundRain GuttersStorage

Property Details

Flooring

BrickTileHardwood

Construction

Brick Veneer Fiber Cement Wood Siding

Outdoor Features

PorchPatio

Parking

Off StreetDriveway

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central AirGas (Cooling)Electric

Appliances

Built-In Electric OvenDishwasherDryerElectric OvenGas RangeMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorTankless Water HeaterWasherWater Heater

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 3514 Rugby Road is listed at $1,225,000 ($388/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $6,551 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1961, 1.26 acre lot, 2 stories, 4 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Chandelier. Exterior Features: Garden, Playground, Rain Gutters.

This property is listed by Mary R Hunter.

MH

Mary R Hunter

Agent at Urban Durham Realty

Listed by Urban Durham Realty · Broker phone: 919-291-2318 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

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3514 Rugby Road, Durham, NC 27707

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