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946 Watercolor Way, Durham, NC, 27713

4beds
4baths
2,857sqft
$775,000
$271price/sqft
$5,107/moest. monthly cost
$204,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

A rare offering in 751 South, this luxury Brownstone delivers main-level living, refined finishes, and the ease of a lock-and-leave lifestyle. Built by Homes by Dickerson, this modern take on a classic New York and Washington, DC brownstone features over $50,000 in designer upgrades, refined finishes, and sophisticated living across three expansive levels. A dramatic central staircase anchors the home, while the chef's kitchen opens to a light-filled family room with a brick fireplace and French Mirage retractable screens leading to an expanded brick patio with fountain, creating a private indoor-outdoor retreat. The main-level primary suite offers French doors to the patio, a custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath. Upstairs, flexible living continues with spacious guest rooms, loft space, library nook, bonus room, and private guest suite, ideal for entertaining, working from home, or multigenerational living. With a private fenced courtyard, curated landscaping, and Brownstone HOA exterior maintenance included, this home delivers effortless luxury in one of Durham's most desirable communities. More than just its amenities, 751 South is known for its strong sense of community and vibrant calendar of neighborhood events--from wine and book clubs to live music in the parks, outdoor movie nights, festive seasonal celebrations, and summer gatherings by the pool.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitNo Nearby Transit
24
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Lyons Farm ElementaryGrades PK-51.9 mi
2/10
Lowe's Grove MiddleGrades 6-84.1 mi
2/10
Hillside HighGrades 9-126.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2023

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick,HardiPlank Type

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2021

Other

  • Builder name: Homes By Dickerson

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher
  • Laundry features: Lower Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Bathtub/Shower Combination,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Master Downstairs,Quartz Counters,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl,Tile
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,857
  • Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall, End Unit

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Zoned
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Dual,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,857
  • Total interior livable area: 2,857 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 223895
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning: MU
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: Community
  • Patio & porch: Terrace
  • Exterior features: Private Yard,Uncovered Courtyard
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Has view: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,613 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage,Garage Faces Rear
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Tornado
Hail
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Durham County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,918$47,016
Home Insurance *$266$3,192
Property Taxes $657$7,884
Electricity $266$3,193
Total$5,107$61,284
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$175,097/yr
40% on housing$153,210/yr
45% on housing$136,186/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.8%
9.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$271This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27713$218
Durham County$201

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 27713$243
Durham County$231

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-02-18Price change$799,900
2026-01-14Listed for sale$812,500
2025-12-18Listing removed$814,900
2025-12-03Price change$814,900
2025-09-12Price change$819,900
2025-08-15Price change$829,900
2025-08-13Listed for sale$839,900
2025-04-19Listing removed$825,000
2025-03-29Listed for sale$825,000
2023-10-17Sold$710,000
2023-09-14Pending sale$715,000
2023-02-16Listed for sale$715,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAnne Godwin
BrokerageInsight Real Estate

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