709 North Columbia Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
$550,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,375 Sq. Ft.
$400 / Sq. Ft.
1,375
Sq. Ft.
$400
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 10/21/24
Closed 10/21/24
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,...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.**
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.**
Listing Agent
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samantha.greaves@compass.comP: (919)-448-5079
Property Details for 709 North Columbia Street
View
Yes
WaterfrontNo
SubdivisionNot in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 10/21/2024 01:56 AM
Property Details for 709 North Columbia Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 10056618 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Taxes | $5,646 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1957 |
| Lot Size | 0.16 AC / 6,969 SF |
| County | Orange County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building Information for 709 North Columbia Street
Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
Property Information for 709 North Columbia Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Directions: 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.
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.920878
- Longitude: -79.059338
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Neighborhood: Downtown
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,645.98
- City Limits Of: Chapel Hill
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: n/s
- 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)
School Information
- Elementary School: CH/Carrboro - Northside
- Middle Or Junior School: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High School: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Pad
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Total: 1375.0
- Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Garden, Hardwood Trees
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Other Area Above Grade: 100
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 100
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel Number: 9789203021
- Structure Type: Site Built
- Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Primary Residence YN: No
- Sold PriceList Price: 1.05
Property and Assessments
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 43
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Senior Community: No
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Masonite, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard, Perimeter, Wood
- Foundation Details: Block, Combination, Slab
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Metal
- New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, Masonite, Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Basement Description: Crawl Space
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove, See Remarks
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows Treatment: Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Multi Units
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Forced Air
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: 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 Features: In Bathroom, Inside, Multiple Locations
- Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Spa Features: None
- Spa: No
- Equipment Appliances: 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
- Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Gravel, Parking Pad, Fiber Cement, Masonite, Wood Siding, In Bathroom, Inside, Multiple Locations
- Equipment: 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, In Bathroom, Inside, Multiple Locations, Gravel, Parking Pad
Room Information
Room Information
- Rooms Total: 6.0
Room 1
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 156 x 1,710
- Room Width: 1710.0
- Room Length: 156.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 116 x 1,211
- Room Width: 1211.0
- Room Length: 116.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 1,110 x 126
- Room Width: 126.0
- Room Length: 1110.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 116 x 118
- Room Width: 118.0
- Room Length: 116.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 116 x 102
- Room Width: 102.0
- Room Length: 116.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
- Room Description: Main House
- Room Dimensions: 1,110 x 72
- Room Width: 72.0
- Room Length: 1110.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 7
- Room Description: Studio/ADU main room
- Room Dimensions: 132 x 132
- Room Width: 132.0
- Room Length: 132.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 8
- Room Description: Studio/ADU bathroom
- Room Dimensions: 132 x 5
- Room Width: 5.0
- Room Length: 132.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 709 North Columbia Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 709 North Columbia Street
Taxable ValueLand$225,000Additions$104,000Total$329,000
Tax Record2023$5,493 ($458 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,092 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,092 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1980ZoningR-4CountyORANGEAPN9789-20-3021
Schools near 709 North Columbia Street
This home is within Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Northside Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Guy Phillips Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
East Chapel Hill High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Phoenix Academy High School Public8 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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