Welcome to 116 Chestnut Street—a stunning new construction in the heart of one of Durham's most desirable neighborhoods, just steps from Durham Bulls Athletic Park and all that Downtown Durham has to offer. This home delivers high-end custom craftsmanship, elevated finishes, and rare functionality—plus a 1% builder-paid rate buy-down offering meaningful monthly savings for qualified buyers. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by gorgeous white oak flooring and a light-filled open layout designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The heart of the home features custom white oak cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a bespoke designer fireplace that anchors the living space with warmth and style. Three-panel sliding glass doors open to a covered, screened-in back porch with sweeping skyline views of downtown Durham—creating a seamless connection between indoor luxury and outdoor living. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms offer privacy and flexibility, including a serene primary suite with a spa-inspired zero-entry double-head shower. The generously sized walk-in closet accommodates even the most discerning wardrobe, while the attached two-car garage—a rare find in this walkable neighborhood—adds everyday convenience and security. Property Highlights: 4 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2,092 SF White Oak Floors & Custom Cabinetry Throughout Quartz Countertops & Designer Fireplace Three-Panel Sliding Glass Door to Screened Porch Downtown Durham Skyline Views Attached 2-Car Garage (Rare for Central Durham) . 14-Acre Lot with City Utilities No HOA or Restrictive Covenants Walk to Downtown, Minutes to Major Commuter Routes 1% Builder-Paid Rate Buy-Down Available Whether you're a design-savvy homeowner, urban professional, or investor seeking lasting value, 116 Chestnut Street offers the best of new construction: exceptional design, a walkable location, and a financing incentive that enhances long-term affordability. Schedule your private tour today
Single-familyProperty Type
2025Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$323Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Reid Hunter• Realty Raleigh
Listed by Uriah Dortch• Realty Raleigh
Bought with Arden Shelton• Choice Residential Real Estate
Bought with Ashley Denny• Choice Residential Real Estate
Amazing custom home site in the heart of Downtown Durham’s Southside neighborhood. One of the highest elevated buildable lots in the Southside, perfect for a roof-top deck and skyline views of Downtown Durham, the Durham Athletic Park and DPAC. Bring your own builder and home design to build your modern masterpiece in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Durham. House rendering is for illustration purposes only to show the potential. This is a vacant lot for sale only, the buyer needs to bring their own builder to build. Seller financing available for the lot purchase.
Public Records
May 31, 2018
Sold
$125,000
$60/sq ft
TMLS #1988306
Jan 19, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Oct 7, 2015
Price Changed
$365,000
$174/sq ft
May 4, 2015
Price Changed
$335,000
$160/sq ft
Feb 2, 2015
Listed
$275,000
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 26, 2014
Sold
$72,500
$35/sq ft
TMLS #1946400
Jul 29, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 3, 2014
Listed
$242,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 2004
Sold
$97,000
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,745 (+120.4%)
$185,250 + $449,860
$635,110
2024
$792 (+6.5%)
$175,988
2023
$743 (+2.3%)
$56,750
2022
$726 (+0.5%)
$56,750
2021
$723 (+2.4%)
$56,750
2020
$706
$56,750
2019
$706 (+205.7%)
$56,750
2018
$231 (−38.2%)
$17,025
2017
$374 (+3.6%)
$17,025 + $10,747
$27,772
2016
$361 (−41.1%)
$17,025 + $10,747
$27,772
2014
$613 (+3.0%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2013
$595 (+2.3%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2012
$582 (+0.7%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2011
$578
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
Tax history for 116 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,745 (+120.4%)
$185,250 + $449,860
$635,110
2024
$792 (+6.5%)
$175,988
2023
$743 (+2.3%)
$56,750
2022
$726 (+0.5%)
$56,750
2021
$723 (+2.4%)
$56,750
2020
$706
$56,750
2019
$706 (+205.7%)
$56,750
2018
$231 (−38.2%)
$17,025
2017
$374 (+3.6%)
$17,025 + $10,747
$27,772
2016
$361 (−41.1%)
$17,025 + $10,747
$27,772
2014
$613 (+3.0%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2013
$595 (+2.3%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2012
$582 (+0.7%)
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
2011
$578
$12,139 + $32,208
$44,347
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,998
Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Durham County
APN
118594
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
RU-5(2)
Residential Urban Districts
The RU Districts are established to provide for orderly urban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the urban neighborhood. Such uses should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Library
Aug 26, 2025 • Final
Building
Construct a new single-family home. Install two street trees and one lot tree.
New construction
Jul 17, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Garage
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
Construction Materials: Board & Batten Siding, Concrete, Fiber Cement
Building Area Total: 2092.0
Builder Model: White Oak EXP
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Concrete, Slab
Exterior Features: Lighting
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Property information
Living Area: 2,092
Above Grade Finished Area: 2092.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Builder
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Levels: Two
Property Condition: New Construction
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Area: 0.14
Lot Size Square Feet: 6098.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1744.57
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Spaulding
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Take exit 3A for Fayetteville St toward North Carolina Central Univ Continue on Fayetteville St. Take E Lakewood Ave to Chestnut St Turn left onto Fayetteville St Turn right onto E Lakewood Ave Turn left onto S Roxboro St Turn right onto Chestnut St Destination will be on the right
Latitude: 35.986486
Longitude: -78.904132
Postal Code: 27707
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,998
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 118594
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room, Upper Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-03-20
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-01-02T15:21:21Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-01-26T22:06:52Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-02-04T19:34:03Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 699000.0
Around this home
Schools
C. C. Spaulding Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Sherwood Githens Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$643,000 – $778,000
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