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1617 Shawnee Street, Durham, NC 27701

Durham
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Triangle Group
1617 Shawnee Street,Durham, NC 27701
$625,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,922 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: colleen ellis
Office: keller williams elite realty
MLS#:10128447
Source:RD

Price summary

  • Price:$625,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$213.89

About this home

PRICED RIGHT! Have you ever wanted to live in a Butterfly House (yes, you are looking at a butterfly roof!) - Your opportunity awaits! 1617 Shawnee is a dreamy, Mid-Century Modern, California-cool abode whose full potential has yet to be realized. This iconic home was created by Durham native, TW Wilkinson in 1957 and has been a show stopper ever since. Own a piece of Durham history (https://www.opendurham.org/buildings/1617-shawnee-street-alfred-henderson-king-house). A nice driveway leading you to the tall carport welcomes you home. Built-in, stone planter boxes are overflowing with beautiful flora. A gorgeous, custom-made metal handrail adorns the front steps - a special thank you to local artist, Andrew Preiss for this one-of-a-kind piece of art! Contemporary shapes and a variety of textures create allure before you even walk in the door. To prepare this home for the market we have given it fresh paint, inside and out. You'll open the deep green, solid wood front door and arrive...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1957
  • Listing ID #:10128447
  • Added:238 day(s) ago
  • Updated:June 13, 2026 at 03:44 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:16
  • Flooring:Hardwood, Linoleum, Parquet
  • Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement Description:Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Living area:2,922 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1957
  • Building area:2,922 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.43 Acres
  • Lot Features:Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Wooded
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary
  • Construction Materials:Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Storage
  • Foundation Description:Combination

Schools

  • High school:Durham - Riverside High
  • Middle school:Durham - Brogden Middle
  • Elementary school:Durham - Club Boulevard Elementary

Utilities

  • Water:Public, Water Connected
  • Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$625,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$213.89
  • Tax amount:$6,156

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Laundry Room, Lower Level, Washer
  • Amenities:Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings, Washer

Parking

  • Parking description:Attached Carport, Driveway
  • Carport spaces:1
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