Chapel Hill, NC 27516,709 N Columbia Street
Listed by Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Bought with Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

$550,000

$525,000

4.8%
Est.Price: ?

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Est. payment /mo

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,375 SqFt


SOLD DATE : 10/18/2024

Key Details

Sold Price $550,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,375 sqft

Price per Sqft $400

Subdivision Not In A Subdivision

MLS Listing ID 10056618

Sold Date 10/18/24

Style Site Built

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,375

Originating Board Triangle MLS

Year Built 1957

Annual Tax Amount $5,645

Lot Size 6,969 Sqft

Acres 0.16

Property Description

Do you want to live close to the UNC campus or own an investment property in a prime location? This captivating home, PLUS back studio/ADU, makes this renovated 1950s ranch the ultimate blend of charm and investment gold! The front house features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with W/D, a sleek kitchen, and a huge living room with a wood-burning stove. It rented for $2,400/month, with a $100 discount to offset back studio utilities. The back studio, a perfect retreat with its own kitchenette, bath, and laundry, rented for $700/month with utilities included. With a total rental income of $3,000/month that hasn't increased in years. No matter what time of year, this seller has never had more than 2 months vacancy since purchasing in 2005. This property is a cash flow machine!

Recent upgrades elevate this home to modern standards: a sleek metal roof, new hot water heater, dishwasher, washer, and dryer, updated plumbing, a dual HVAC system, and a gas stove. The 3 skylights flood the space with natural light in the kitchen, bathroom, and the living room. The updated kitchen boasts a contemporary IKEA design and a butcher block island. Enjoy the cozy ambiance of the wood-burning stove in the living area and the refinished hardwood floors throughout the main house. The electrical system has been checked, and a vapor barrier has been installed for added efficiency. The back studio features its own split HVAC unit, ensuring year-round comfort.

The large front porch is perfect for sipping morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The private fenced backyard offers a serene oasis, ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Parking for 4 cars is available in the driveway.

This property is just a few blocks to UNC campus, Franklin St, and Downtown. It's also just one block from the free bus line. It's a location that offers the best of Chapel Hill living. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of prime real estate with incredible income potential. Whether you're seeking a stylish abode or a lucrative investment, this property ticks all the boxes. **Offers received, deadline Monday, 10/7 at noon.**

Location

State NC

County Orange

Direction From Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Chapel Hill: Head northwest on S Columbia St toward W Franklin St. Turn left onto N Columbia St. Destination will be on the left, blue house with red door. 3 min car ride or 8 min bus ride.

Rooms

Other Rooms Shed(s)

Interior

Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Multi Units

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room, Wood Burning Stove, See Remarks

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Storm Window(s),Wood Frames

Appliance Dishwasher, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Freezer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer/Dryer Stacked

Laundry In Bathroom, Inside, Multiple Locations

Exterior

Exterior Feature Fenced Yard, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters

Fence Back Yard, Perimeter, Wood

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Waterfront No

View Y/N Yes

Roof Type Metal

Street Surface Paved

Garage No

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, City Lot, Garden, Hardwood Trees

Faces From Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Chapel Hill: Head northwest on S Columbia St toward W Franklin St. Turn left onto N Columbia St. Destination will be on the left, blue house with red door. 3 min car ride or 8 min bus ride.

Story 1

Foundation Block, Combination, Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow

Level or Stories 1

Structure Type Fiber Cement,Masonite,Wood Siding

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Ch/Carrboro - Northside

Middle Schools Ch/Carrboro - Guy Phillips

High Schools Ch/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill

Others

Senior Community false

Tax ID 9789203021

Special Listing Condition Standard

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