2201 Wilshire Drive

Durham, NC 27707

$1,660,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
7
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
9,785 Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
9,785
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The classically elegant mid-century executive home on a beautifully landscaped, secluded .91-acre cul-de-sac homesite in sought-after Forest Hills neighborhood is an entertainer's dream and expansive family home! It is a short walk to the beautiful 45+ acre Forest Hills Park with tennis/pickle ball courts, a pool, and access to the popular American Tobacco Trail. It's also within 3 miles of Duke Medical Center and University, DPAC, Duke Gardens, the Farmers' Market, as well as many award-winning...The classically elegant mid-century executive home on a beautifully landscaped, secluded .91-acre cul-de-sac homesite in sought-after Forest Hills neighborhood is an entertainer's dream and expansive family home! It is a short walk to the beautiful 45+ acre Forest Hills Park with tennis/pickle ball courts, a pool, and access to the popular American Tobacco Trail. It's also within 3 miles of Duke Medical Center and University, DPAC, Duke Gardens, the Farmers' Market, as well as many award-winning restaurants and entertainment options in Downtown Durham. In short, it offers the best of convenient city living combined within a private oasis. Renovated in 2018, 2020, and 2022, this 9785 HST residence has 6 bedrooms, 7 full baths, and 2 half baths. The main level features open flow living and entertaining areas within a living room, keeping room, and family room adjacent to the kitchen that boasts a dumbwaiter as well as passthrough counters to the family room and rear dining area which overlooks the terrace, landscaped yard, and pool below. The owner's wing also on the main level has a large primary bedroom with ensuite bath, a study/bedroom with ensuite and extensive walk-in closets and storage. Upstairs, you will find 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths and a large bonus/hobby room and tons of additional walk-in storage. The lower level offers additional entertaining and extended family living options with a kitchen prep area, access to a dumb waiter, den game room, and covered patio featuring a hot tub. There are also 2 additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath and indoor pool showers near access to pool. Also a sauna, exercise/dance/yoga studio, workshop, and even more storage. Any of these areas may be easily converted to home theater, wine cellar or extended living options to meet a variety of needs. Rounding out this home is a 3-car garage and ample driveway for additional parking options. This is a large home, but rooms are proportionately generous to give space for the very best quality of living! 2201 Wilshire Drive is an exceptional home, location, value and a must-see!
  1. Listed by Sarah Artz • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
  2. Listed by Kathy Bennett • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Property Details for 2201 Wilshire Drive

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Neighborhood
View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 11/22/2024 09:16 PM

Property Details for 2201 Wilshire Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #10050005
Days on Market13
Taxes$16,642 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1969
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyDurham County

Building Information for 2201 Wilshire Drive

Stories3Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

Property Information for 2201 Wilshire Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: res
  • Directions: #147 in Durham, S on Mangum, R on Lakewood Ave which turns into University, L on E. Forest Hills, L on Wilshire Drive
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.974691
  • Longitude: -78.914517
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $16,642.18
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 11
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2024-10-02
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Spaulding
  • Elementary School 2: Durham - Morehead
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Paved
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 9785.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Close to Clubhouse, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Private
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Transitional
  • Other Area Above Grade: 1414
  • Other Area Below Grade: 390
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1804
  • Parcel Number: 115685
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.83
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 50
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 3726.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Suburban, Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Brick Veneer, Masonite
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Cover, Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Brick Veneer, Masonite, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Workshop
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Painted/Stained, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Multi Units, Zoned
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Varies by Unit, Zoned
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Interior Features: Apartment/Suite, Bar, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bidet, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Dry Bar, Dual Closets, Dumbwaiter, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Keeping Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Solar Tube(s), Storage, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Spa Features: Above Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Equipment Appliances: Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Paved, Brick, Brick Veneer, Masonite, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup, Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Paved
  • Additional Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 18.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 8.1
  • Room Width: 8.1
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 23.1 x 14.9
  • Room Width: 14.9
  • Room Length: 23.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15.3 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 15.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 48.2 x 20.8
  • Room Width: 20.8
  • Room Length: 48.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14.7 x 14.2
  • Room Width: 14.2
  • Room Length: 14.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 21.9 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 21.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Description: Or Office
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14.5
  • Room Width: 14.5
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 18.9 x 16.3
  • Room Width: 16.3
  • Room Length: 18.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 18.8 x 18.5
  • Room Width: 18.5
  • Room Length: 18.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 16.5 x 16.4
  • Room Width: 16.4
  • Room Length: 16.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 25.2 x 15.7
  • Room Width: 15.7
  • Room Length: 25.2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 12
  • Room Description: Keeping Room
  • Room Dimensions: 25.4 x 18.2
  • Room Width: 18.2
  • Room Length: 25.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 2201 Wilshire Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2201 Wilshire Drive

Taxable ValueLand$124,533Additions$1,252,219Total$1,376,752
Tax Record2024$19,204 ($1,600 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths8Total Finished SqFt9,562 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,562 SqFtStories1Lot Size39,204 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN115685Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2201 Wilshire Drive

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
Morehead Montessori
PublicPK to 5

C. C. Spaulding Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Sherwood Githens Middle
Public6 to 8

Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Public9 to 12

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