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Property Description
This 1940s Lakewood bungalow duplex + ADU is in full bloom! Overflowing with historic charm, quality updates, and major income potential! Three rentable/livable units in one beautiful package! Gorgeous original hardwoods, sun drenched rooms, custom built ins, exposed brick, and so much character! Not your average income property - everything in this home has been updated with intention. Custom kitchens with newer appliances, including gas ranges and large single basin sinks. Updated baths with lovely tilework. Spacious bedrooms with walk in closets and custom shelving. Each unit equipped with separate laundry. Enjoy low utilities from newer solar panels. A gardeners oasis with established perennials and bluetooth operated irrigation! 2,200+ SF across three units (1BD/1BA, 2BD/1BA, plus a 1BD/1BA loft ADU), this property plants the perfect seed for historic home lovers, investors, or anyone looking to live in one unit while others pay the mortgage! Available fully furnished and turnkey with steady rental history - this beauty is ready to generate income from day one! Walkable to so much Durham goodness - Lakewood AND Rockwood with great coffee shops, restaurants, and the YMCA! Live beautifully. Earn effortlessly.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2008 Ward St
General
- Price: $820,000
- Taxes: $7,279
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10152451
- Updated: 3/13/2026
- Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Master Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Combination, Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit, Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Irrigation, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rea
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, On Street
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
- Driving Directions: Head south on University from intersection with Chapel Hill Blvd. Turn L on Kent Street to Ward.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Lakewood
- Middle School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
- High School: Durham - Jordan
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric, Multi Units, Separate Meters, Varies by Unit
- Heating Type: Ductless, Electric, Natural Gas, Varies by Unit
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Modern, Transitional
- Structure Type: Duplex, Multi Family, Site Built, Other
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Fiber Cement
- Roof: Shingle
- Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Building Size: 2257
- Square Feet: 2,257
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,257 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1947
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405.2
- Frontage: City Street
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Private
- Zoning: R-5
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Partial, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,279.15
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 104306
- Lot Number: 1
Listed by Inhabit Real Estate, Marie Kathleen Brockenbrough (919) 606-1197
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Schools
Schools serving 2008 Ward St
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lakewood Elementary 2520 Vesson Avenue, Durham, NC 27707 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Lakewood Montessori Middle School 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 6-8 | 0.1 mi |
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 4.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2008 Ward St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/13/2026
Listed
$820,000
0.61%
MLS
3/28/2024
Sold
$815,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2008 Ward St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,279
101%
$734,303
182%
2023
$3,628
7%
$260,056
—
2023
$3,406
2%
$260,056
—
2022
$3,328
—
$260,056
—
2021
$3,313
2%
$260,056
—
2020
$3,235
—
$260,056
—
2019
$3,235
27%
$260,056
38%
2018
$2,549
1%
$187,897
—
2017
$2,530
3%
$187,897
—
2016
$2,445
18%
$187,897
26%
2015
$2,069
—
$149,455
—
2014
$2,069
3%
$149,455
—
2013
$2,006
—
$149,455
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2008 Ward Street, Durham, NC 27707 (MLS# 10152451) is a Duplex property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 2008 Ward Street is currently listed for $820,000 and was received on March 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 2008 Ward Street? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Dunbarton? You can browse all Dunbarton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

