Classic '70s Ranch Meets City Farmhouse. Somebody took the best of a laid-back '70s ranch with those easy, low-to-the-ground good looks, and gave it a city farmhouse glow-up. The kind that feels warm and real, not fussy. You're sitting on .62 of an acre in Durham's Knollwood neighborhood, right next door to Historic Hope Valley. The lot feels like your own little hideaway; private, tucked in, peaceful, but don't let that fool you. Downtown Durham, South Square, Duke, and RDU are all just a short, easy ride away. Best of both worlds, truly. Back in 2019, this place got a serious head-to-toe refresh, and they did it right. The kitchen is where you'll want to spend your time: KitchenAid appliances, slab-front maple cabinets, and those leathered, high-performance, quartz countertops and backsplash that are as tough as they are gorgeous. They added a proper laundry room and a half bath too, because life's better when the details are taken care of. The primary bathroom got a fresh start with a ceramic tile walk-in shower, built-in storage, and a clean modern vanity that just makes sense. They lifted the family room ceiling to open things up, and wow, does it make a difference. The space has real presence now, and it spills right out onto the patio like it was always meant to. The fully fenced yard is ready for whatever you've got planned: big backyard cookouts, quiet evenings with a glass of something cold, or just cutting the dog loose to run wild. White oak floors run throughout, recessed lighting and dimmers set just the right mood, and the solar panels mean your energy bills won't give you any grief. Roof, HVAC, and tankless water heater are all 2018/2019. This place was built to live in, not worry about. Here's the thing about a city farmhouse done this well; people just want to be in it. The kitchen pulls folks in, the family room keeps them there, and before you know it, what started as a casual get-together has turned into a full-on evening. Don't be surprised if you become the go-to spot. It just happens that way.
