1015 Minerva Avenue
Durham, NC 27701
$2,300,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
4,667 Sq. Ft.
$493 / Sq. Ft.
4,667
Sq. Ft.
$493
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
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...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.
- Listed by Adam J Dickinson • Nest Realty of the Triangle
Property Details for 1015 Minerva Avenue
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SubdivisionNot in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2024 03:33 AM
Property Details for 1015 Minerva Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 10059080 |
| Days on Market | 46 |
| Taxes | $12,141 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 0.69 AC / 30,056 SF |
| County | Durham County |
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Building Information for 1015 Minerva Avenue
Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF
Property Information for 1015 Minerva Avenue
Summary
Location and General Information
- Directions: On Minerva Avenue between Watts St and N Gregson St
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 36.004164
- Longitude: -78.909708
- Road Frontage Type: Alley, City Street
- Road Surface Type: Alley Paved, Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $12,141.27
- City Limits Of: Durham
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: 07-10
- Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - George Watts
- Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
- High School: Durham - Riverside
Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Alley Access, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Paved, Workshop in Garage
- Carport: No
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Total: 4667.0
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Near Public Transit, Private, Rectangular Lot
- Architectural Style: Local Historic Designation, Traditional
- Other Area Below Grade: 1069
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1069
- Other Structures: Garage(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel Number: 101997
- Structure Type: House, Site Built
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Power Production YN: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 84
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Community Features: Curbs, Historical Area, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Senior Community: No
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Brick, Brick Veneer, Plaster
- Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
- Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar, Combination
- Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch, Terrace
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Spanish Tile, Tile
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
- New Construction Type: Brick, Brick Veneer, Plaster, House, Site Built
Interior Features
- Levels: Two
- Basement Description: Concrete, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished, Unheated, Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Carpet, Clay, Hardwood, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows Treatment: Storm Window(s)
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Multi Units, Zoned
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Steam
- Heating?: Yes
- 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 Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Pantry, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Storage, Walk-In Shower, WaterSense Fixture(s)
- Spa: No
- Equipment 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
- Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Additional Parking, Alley Access, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Paved, Workshop in Garage, Brick, Brick Veneer, Plaster, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Upper Level, Washer Hookup, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: 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, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Upper Level, Washer Hookup, Additional Parking, Alley Access, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Lighted, Off Street, On Street, Paved, Workshop in Garage
Room Information
Room Information
- Rooms Total: 20.0
Room 1
- Room Description: Foyer
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 9.3
- Room Width: 9.3
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 2
- Room Dimensions: 18 x 22
- Room Width: 22.0
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
- Room Dimensions: 21.7 x 17.1
- Room Width: 17.1
- Room Length: 21.7
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
- Room Description: 12.7 X 16.0
- Room Dimensions: 12.7 x 16
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Length: 12.7
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Sunroom
Room 5
- Room Description: 12.2 X 13.2
- Room Dimensions: 12.2 x 13.2
- Room Width: 13.2
- Room Length: 12.2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Office
Room 6
- Room Description: Butler's Pantry
- Room Dimensions: 6.1 x 8
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Length: 6.1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 7
- Room Dimensions: 12 x 8
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 8
- Room Dimensions: 16.3 x 11.9
- Room Width: 11.9
- Room Length: 16.3
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
- Room Description: Vest
- Room Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.5
- Room Width: 4.5
- Room Length: 6.1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 10
- Room Dimensions: 15.9 x 17
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Length: 15.9
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 11
- Room Dimensions: 15.9 x 14.6
- Room Width: 14.6
- Room Length: 15.9
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 12
- Room Description: Closet
- Room Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.8
- Room Width: 3.8
- Room Length: 3.9
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Other
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Sale and Listing
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 1015 Minerva Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1015 Minerva Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$168,700Additions$835,707Total$1,004,407
Tax Record2024$8,406 ($701 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,838 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,838 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,056 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN101997Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1015 Minerva Avenue
This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
W G Pearson Elementary PublicPK to 5 | ||
George Watts Elementary PublicPK to 5 | ||
Brogden Middle Public6 to 8 | ||
Riverside High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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