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1015 Minerva Ave Durham NC 27701 MLS 10059080

$2,300,000

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1015 Minerva Ave
Durham, NC 27701 MLS# 10059080
  • Bedrooms

    5

  • Baths

    6

  • Sq. Feet

    4667

  • Year Built

    1925

  • Days On Market

    22

  • $/SqFt

    $493

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Home Description: 1015 Minerva Ave

Nestled on a uniquely large quadruple lot along a serene, tree-lined street in the heart of Trinity Park, this home embodies timeless elegance and historic charm. Constructed in 1925 with extraordinary craftsmanship, it has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated by its current owner, making it one of the most significant properties in decades to be offered for sale Durham's historic and walkable neighborhoods. Inside, the home's grand dining room, spacious living area, and expansive front porch reveal a legacy and future of large gatherings. Inviting bedrooms with generous closets and beautifully updated bathrooms offer a peaceful retreat amid the vibrant surroundings of Durham and Duke University. This Renaissance Revival masterpiece was originally commissioned by Benjamin Kronheimer, one of Durham's ''Merchant Princes,'' who sought out celebrated architect Nelson G. Murray—the same visionary behind Duke University's Hart House—to design a residence of unparalleled quality. Murray delivered on every detail, using the finest materials and sparing no expense to ensure lasting grandeur. The 4,667-square-foot estate known as ''Rose Villa'' spans a lush 0.69-acre lot and includes a detached garage and workshop, ample for any creative endeavor. The kitchen is a dream for serious cooks, featuring bar-top seating, a breakfast nook, a butler's pantry, and abundant storage. The home's original trim, doors, and hardware have been preserved, while modern comforts seamlessly blend in: five large bedrooms, four full baths (three recently updated), two half baths, and two functional fireplaces. Outside, the manicured landscaping is replete with native varietals. Located just a block from Duke's East Campus and within walking distance to Whole Foods, Brightleaf, and many of Durham's best offerings, this property combines the essence of history with the energy of a walkable lifestyle. The owners have, during their 30 year ownership, been exceptional stewards of this architectural masterpiece. All flat roofs have recently been re-surfaced with modern rubber membrane roofing. Even more impressively, every single terra cotta roof tile was removed, and new waterproof membrane installed. The tiles were carefully inspected, and any cracked ones were replaced before re-installation of the roof surface, ensuring it's reliability for at least another 50 years. The home is heated by a boiler & radiators, which are reliable and add a nice consistent warmth to the home. The highly efficient Boiler is less than 2 years old. Central air conditioning is provided by 3 forced air units, all less than 10 years old. The ductwork is well-fabricated from sheet metal and insulated. The original electrical system was commercial BX shielded cable (not the more common knob & tube). There is a modern main panel & sub panels feeding updated Romex cable in kitchen & bathrooms and for HVAC circuits. An electrician with 30+ years experience evaluated and said the main house system is safe and reliable as-is. All in all, this is an extraordinary opportunity for a discerning buyer to own a crown jewel of Durham history, in move-in ready condition.

  • Interior: Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Chandelier,Crown Molding,Dual Closets,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,High Speed Internet,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Second Primary Bedroom,Separate Shower,Smooth Ceilings,Stone Counters,Storage,Walk-In Shower,WaterSense Fixture(s)
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Convection Oven,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Down Draft,Electric Oven,Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Vented Exhaust Fan,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Water Heater
  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Upper Level,Washer Hookup
  • Flooring: Carpet,Clay,Hardwood,Stone,Tile,Wood
  • Full Baths: 4
  • Half Baths: 2
  • Basement: Concrete,Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Unfinished,Unheated,Walk-Out Access
  • Parking: Additional Parking,Alley Access,Asphalt,Driveway,Garage,Garage Faces Front,Lighted,Off Street,On Street,Paved,Workshop in Garage
  • Structure: House,Site Built
  • Exterior: Garden,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Storage
  • Construction Materials: Brick,Brick Veneer,Plaster
  • Roof: Spanish Tile,Tile
  • Foundation: Block,Brick/Mortar,Combination
  • Patio/Porch: Front Porch,Patio,Side Porch,Terrace
  • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
  • Windows: Storm Window(s)
  • Lot: Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Level,Many Trees,Near Public Transit,Private,Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.69

Available now at $2,300,000

Approximate Room Sizes/Locations

Breakfast Room12.00 x 8.00Main
Dining Room18.00 x 22.00Main
Kitchen16.30 x 11.90Main
Laundry3.10 x 2.50Second
Living Room21.70 x 17.10Main
Office12.20 x 13.20Main
Other6.10 x 8.00Main
Other6.10 x 4.50Main
Other16.00 x 9.30Main
Other3.90 x 3.80Second
Other15.50 x 9.80Basement
Other15.50 x 8.90Basement
Other7.50 x 10.50Basement
Sunroom2.70 x 16.00Main
Utility Room17.90 x 13.10Basement
  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Local Historic Designation,Traditional
  • Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Heating: Central,Hot Water,Natural Gas,Steam
  • Cooling: Central Air,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,Electric,Multi Units,Zoned
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Community: Curbs,Historical Area,Playground,Sidewalks,Street Lights
  • Senior Community: No
  • Total HOA Dues: $0.00
  • Annual Taxes: $12,141.27
  • Listing Office: Nest Realty of the Triangle
  • List Status: Active

Neighborhood

The average asking price of a 5 bedroom Durham home in this zip code is $1,475,000 (35.9% less than this home).

This home is priced at $493/sqft, which is 33.0% less than similar homes in the 27701 zip code.

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School Information

  • Elementary:Durham - George Watts
  • Middle School:Durham - Brogden
  • High School:Durham - Riverside

Financial

  • Approx Payment:$11,189*

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These statistics are updated daily from the Triangle Multiple Listing Services, Inc. For further analysis or to obtain statistics not shown below please call Highgarden Real Estate at (919) 912-9789 and speak with one of our real estate consultants.

Listing Courtesy of Nest Realty of the Triangle. For information or to schedule a viewing of this property (MLS# 10059080) located at 1015 Minerva Ave Durham NC 27701, call: 919-912-9789

1015 Minerva Ave, Durham NC is a single family home of 4667 sqft and is currently priced at $2,300,000 . This single family home has 5 bedrooms. A comparable home for sale at 909 N Gregson St in Durham is listed at $2,685,000. This home on 1015 Minerva Ave has not had a price change. In addition to single family homes, Highgarden also makes it easy to find Homes, Condos, New Homes and Foreclosures in Durham, NC. Kress Condominiums, The Terraces At Morehead Hill and The Grove are nearby neighborhoods. MLS 10059080 has been posted on this site since 10/18/2024 (today).

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