2008 Ward St

2,257 Sq. Ft.
$363 / Sq. Ft.
2,257
Sq. Ft.
$363
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This 1940s Lakewood bungalow duplex + ADU is in full bloom! Overflowing with historic charm, quality updates, and major income potential! Three rentable/livable units in one beautiful package! Gorgeous original hardwoods, sun drenched rooms, custom built ins, exposed brick, and so much character! Not your average income property - everything in this home has been updated with intention. Custom kitchens with newer appliances, including gas ranges and large single basin sinks. Updated baths with lovely...This 1940s Lakewood bungalow duplex + ADU is in full bloom! Overflowing with historic charm, quality updates, and major income potential! Three rentable/livable units in one beautiful package! Gorgeous original hardwoods, sun drenched rooms, custom built ins, exposed brick, and so much character! Not your average income property - everything in this home has been updated with intention. Custom kitchens with newer appliances, including gas ranges and large single basin sinks. Updated baths with lovely tilework. Spacious bedrooms with walk in closets and custom shelving. Each unit equipped with separate laundry. Enjoy low utilities from newer solar panels. A gardeners oasis with established perennials and bluetooth operated irrigation! 2,200+ SF across three units (1BD/1BA, 2BD/1BA, plus a 1BD/1BA loft ADU), this property plants the perfect seed for historic home lovers, investors, or anyone looking to live in one unit while others pay the mortgage! Available fully furnished and turnkey with steady rental history - this beauty is ready to generate income from day one! Walkable to so much Durham goodness - Lakewood AND Rockwood with great coffee shops, restaurants, and the YMCA! Live beautifully. Earn effortlessly.
  1. Listed by Marie Kathleen Brockenbrough • Inhabit Real Estate

Property Details for 2008 Ward Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/29/2026 04:54 AM

Property Details for 2008 Ward Street

StatusActive
MLS #10152451
Days on Market17
Taxes$7,279 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential / Duplex
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyDurham County

Location

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Building Information for 2008 Ward Street

Stories-Residences-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$4,586 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,980

Property Taxes

$607

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2008 Ward Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-5
  • Directions: Head south on University from intersection with Chapel Hill Blvd. Turn L on Kent Street to Ward.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.982647
  • Longitude: -78.929016
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,279.15
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 1
  • 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: Durham - Lakewood
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, On Street
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2257.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Private
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Modern, Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Parcel Number: 104306
  • Structure Type: Duplex, Multi Family, Site Built, Other
  • Enhanced Accessible: Yes
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Community Features: None
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Kitchen, Level Flooring
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Irrigation, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Fencing: Fenced, Partial, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Block, Combination, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Varies By Unit
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Fiber Cement, Duplex, Multi Family, Site Built, Other
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 4
  • Flooring: Combination, Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Multi Units, Separate Meters, Varies by Unit
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Electric, Natural Gas, Varies by Unit
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Master Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Spa Features: None
  • Interior: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, On Street, Brick, Fiber Cement, In Unit, Main Level, Varies By Unit
  • Equipment: In Unit, Main Level, Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, On Street
  • Additional Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, List Available, Negotiable, Varies by Unit, Other
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 12.0
Room 1
  • Room Description: Unit A
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 12.1
  • Room Width: 12.1
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Description: Unit A
  • Room Dimensions: 11.11 x 15.1
  • Room Width: 15.1
  • Room Length: 11.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 11.11 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 11.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Description: Unit A
  • Room Dimensions: 12.3 x 7.9
  • Room Width: 7.9
  • Room Length: 12.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 7.8
  • Room Width: 7.8
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Description: Unit C
  • Room Dimensions: 12.9 x 8.4
  • Room Width: 8.4
  • Room Length: 12.9
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Description: Unit C
  • Room Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.6
  • Room Width: 9.6
  • Room Length: 9.8
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Loft
Room 9
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 13.2 x 7.9
  • Room Width: 7.9
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 10
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.11
  • Room Width: 6.11
  • Room Length: 9.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 11
  • Room Description: Unit B
  • Room Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.11
  • Room Width: 6.11
  • Room Length: 9.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 12
  • Room Description: Unit B - Desk Nook
  • Room Dimensions: 15.9 x 6.8
  • Room Width: 6.8
  • Room Length: 15.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 2008 Ward Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10152451

$820,000—
Apr 12, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
Apr 12, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
Apr 12, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
Apr 12, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
Apr 11, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$815,000—
Apr 11, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$815,000—
Mar 28, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530600561

$815,000

+8.2% / yr

Mar 7, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
Mar 7, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
Mar 5, 2024

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$799,000—
Mar 5, 2024

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$799,000—
Feb 15, 2024

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$825,000—
Feb 15, 2024

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$825,000—
Jul 30, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468259701

$660,000

+4716.1% / yr

Mar 12, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1453989699

$150,000—
Mar 12, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #692509740

$180,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10152451

$820,000
04/12/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
04/12/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
04/12/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
04/12/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
04/11/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$815,000
04/11/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$815,000
03/28/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530600561

$815,000

+8.2% / yr

03/07/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

—
03/07/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

—
03/05/2024

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$799,000
03/05/2024

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$799,000
02/15/2024

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10011763

$825,000
02/15/2024

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10011742

$825,000
07/30/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468259701

$660,000

+4716.1% / yr

03/12/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1453989699

$150,000
03/12/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #692509740

$180,000

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

Public Records for 2008 Ward Street

Taxable ValueLand$274,950Additions$459,353Total$734,303
Tax Record2024$7,279 ($607 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,790 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,790 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1947ZoningRU-5CountyDURHAMAPN104306Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2008 Ward Street

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

Lakewood Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public6 to 8

Charles E Jordan Sr 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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2008 Ward Street is a multi-family home for sale in Durham, NC 27707. This property was listed for sale on March 13, 2026 by Inhabit Real Estate, it's currently listed at $820,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on April 12, 2024. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include Morehead Montessori, Lakewood Elementary and Lakewood Montessori Middle School. 2008 Ward Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,257 sqft multi-family home built in 1947.

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