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1206 Vickers Ave, Durham, NC, 27707

6beds
3baths
3,547sqft
$998,000
$281price/sqft
$6,559/moest. monthly cost
$262,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

This home is pretty as a picture! Nestled in the heart of the beloved Morehead Hill neighborhood, this enchanting historic 1919 Craftsman Bungalow is a picturesque haven waiting for you to call it home. With its charming blend of modern updates and vintage allure, the home features soaring 10-foot ceilings on the main floor, expansive 4-over-1 sash windows and beautifully preserved hardwood floors, doorknobs and intricate trim details that tell a story of yesteryear. The thoughtfully designed gourmet kitchen is the cherry on top, where timeless elegance meets culinary functionality. Adorned with a Tecnogas Superiore kitchen range, luxurious marble countertops, a warm walnut island and custom cabinetry, it's a space where you can whip up culinary delights and create lasting memories with loved ones. The partially finished basement offers exceptional flexibility with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, bonus room with roughed-in plumbing for a future kitchenette; ideal for guests, hobbies, recreation or potential multigenerational living. A separate laundry room adds convenience and functionality. The expansive front porch is an invitation to kick back and relax, perfect for evening chats and weekend get-togethers with neighbors, friends and family. And the backyard? It's the bees' knees, complete with a detached garage perfect for a small vehicle, workshop, storage or gardening setup. Just one block away from Morehead Montessori and Orchard Park, this treasure is also a stone's throw away from downtown Durham, where you can explore the vibrant American Tobacco Campus, cheer on the Durham Bulls, take in a show at DPAC, roll or stroll along the American Tobacco Trail and enjoy easy access to Duke and Hwy 147. Embrace the charm and eclectic spirit of this home. Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers!

Getting Around

51
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
57
TransitGood Transit
79
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Morehead MontessoriGrades PK-50.1 mi
4/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1919

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow, Craftsman, Local Historic Designation
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Gas Oven,Built-In Gas Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Crawl Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
  • Finished area below ground: 1,056
  • Finished area above ground: 2,491

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Humidity Control
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,547
  • Total interior livable area: 3,547 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 115112
  • Zoning: R-8
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Has view: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.27 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Garage,Open
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

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

  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Durham County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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 $5,046$60,552
Home Insurance *$375$4,500
Property Taxes $808$9,696
Electricity $330$3,964
Total$6,559$78,708
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$224,880/yr
40% on housing$196,770/yr
45% on housing$174,906/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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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

$281This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27707$215
Durham County$201

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 27707$262
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
2014-05-14Sold$410,000
2013-11-24Listing removed$420,000
2013-09-28Listed for sale$420,000

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AgentJarin Frederick
BrokeragePeak, Swirles & Cavallito

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