$1,225,000
About this home
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.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Doorify MLS
- MLS #
- 10200521
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Not in a Subdivision
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- On market date
- October 28, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- 4
- Lot size
- 1.26 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.3:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,939
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Durham's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.