$900,000

2628 &2636 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707

3 beds |
2 baths |
2,676 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1904
1.26acre lot
2 car garage
$336/sqft
Listed 2 months ago

Property Description

Experience the potential of this rare 1904 estate, nestled on a combined 1.26 acres along highly coveted Chapel Hill Road in Durham. The offering includes the primary 1.01 acre homesite, plus an additional cleared and vacant .25 acre parcel at 2636 Chapel Hill Road, creating an exceptional opportunity for expansion, redesign, or multi-parcel development. Step inside the grand foyer, where a sweeping staircase, glowing hardwood floors, and three original fireplaces set a timeless and elegant tone. The home's generous layout blends classic architectural details with an airy flow, offering an ideal canvas for a luxury renovation or custom reimagining. With 2,676 sq ft, the main level features expansive formal living and dining rooms, a comfortable family room, a wraparound sunroom, kitchen, full bath, laundry room, charming covered porch, and a spacious rear patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. The main-floor family room also presents the possibility of creating a primary suite on the first level, with convenient access to the full bath. Upstairs, three large bedrooms, a full bath, and a wide central hall provide comfort, versatility, and generous space for future design enhancements. Additional highlights include a basement and a detached garage. The combined acreage unlocks rare flexibility, build a second residence on the adjoining parcel, craft a luxury addition, or design a sweeping estate-style setting with impressive front and rear grounds. Whether your vision is renovation, redevelopment, rezoning, or long-term investment, this property offers unmatched potential in a prime Durham location. Ask about renovation and land loan options. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: December 11, 2025
Data Last Updated:: February 11, 2026 at 5:08PM
Listing Office:: eXp Realty, LLC - C : 888-584-9431
Listing Agent:: Karen Lee : 347-468-5925
MLS ID:: 10136722

General: Bathtub OnlyCrown MoldingEat-in KitchenEntrance FoyerOpen FloorplanSeparate Shower
Appliances: DishwasherDryerGas RangeWasher
Laundry: Laundry RoomMain Level
Basement: Crawl SpaceExterior EntryInterior EntryUnfinishedWalk-Out Access
Flooring: Hardwood
A/C: Central AirGas
Heating: ElectricNatural Gas
Fireplace: Dining RoomFamily RoomLiving RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 3

General: Private YardGarage(s)
Style: Craftsman

Roofing: Shingle
General: BrickFrameLap SidingStoneWood Siding2

Road/Access: Paved
Originating MLS: Triangle MLS
County: Durham

Zoning: RS-10116628 & 116627
Fencing: None

Utilities: Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas AvailableWater Connected
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Triangle MLS

This listing courtesy of Karen Lee , eXp Realty, LLC - C

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Location

Schools Nearby

Lakewood Elementary School

2520 Vesson Ave, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades PK-5

0.42 miles away

Rogers-Herr Middle School

911 W Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades 6-8

0.29 miles away

J D Clement Early College High School

1801 Fayetteville St Bldg Nccu-Robinsonscience, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades 9-12

2.00 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.