Welcome to 1511 Scholar Drive, a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-unit townhome with an attached one-car garage in Durham's Shepard's Square community. Offering approximately 1,645 square feet, this home backs to and borders a wooded natural area, delivering rare privacy, peaceful tree-lined views, and abundant natural light - all with low-maintenance townhome living. The open-concept main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring and flexible living and dining spaces. The kitchen anchors the home with granite countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, a gas range, a pantry, and an oversized island with seating, storage, and generous prep space. The dining area overlooks the trees, and the rear door opens to a private patio with an exterior storage closet -ideal for enjoying the wooded backdrop and local wildlife. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite features three windows facing the woods, a large walk-in closet, and a private bath with dual sinks, a corner soaking tub, and a separate tiled shower. Two additional spacious bedrooms, a second full bath with dual sinks, and an upstairs laundry room complete the second level. A main-level powder room adds everyday convenience. The HOA currently covers routine lawn care, exterior siding maintenance, roof maintenance, and annual termite inspections. Located minutes from Research Triangle Park, Brier Creek, RDU International Airport, and Downtown Durham, with quick access to NC-147/I-885, I-40, and I-540. If you are searching for a meticulously maintained end unit townhome in the vibrant and convenient 27703 zip code then 1511 Scholar Drive is just the one you've been searching for but rarely find. WELCOME HOME.
| MLS # | 10180467 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Town House |
| HOA Dues | $145 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2021 |
| Days On Site | 37 |
| Listing Provided By | Keller Williams Elite Realty | Matt Perry |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,645 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | RD |
| Acreage | 0.05 |
| Property View | Trees, Woods |
| Interior Features | Bathtub/Shower Combination, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Zoned |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Laundry Features | In Hall, Inside, Laundry Closet, Upper Level |
| Rooms Total | 7 |
| Exterior Features | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot, Landscaped, Views, Wooded |
| Community Features | Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Construction Materials | Board & Batten Siding, Brick, Stone, Stone Veneer, Vertical Siding, Vinyl Siding |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s) |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level |
| Association Amenities | Insurance, Landscaping, Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Trash |
|---|---|
| Community Features | Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Tax Assessed Value | 375527 |
|---|---|
| Tax Legal Description | Shepards Square/Ph:03/Lt# 118 Pl:000203-000212 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Durham |
| City | Durham |
| Zip Code | 27703 |
| Area | Durham |
| Community Name | Shepards Square |
| School District | Durham - Hillside High |
| Elementary School | Durham - R N Harris Elementary |
| High School | Durham - Hillside High |
| Listing VS Median (in Shepards Square) | |
Price: $314,900 low | high Med: $307,450 sqft: 1,645 low | high Med: 1,682 $ / sqft: $191 low | high Med: $183 On site: 37 low | high Med: 33 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Durham |
| City | Durham |
| Zip Code | 27703 |
| Area | Durham |
| Community Name | Shepards Square |
| School District | Durham - Hillside High |
| Elementary School | Durham - R N Harris Elementary |
| High School | Durham - Hillside High |
| Listing VS Median (in Shepards Square) | |
Price: $314,900 low | high Med: $307,450 sqft: 1,645 low | high Med: 1,682 $ / sqft: $191 low | high Med: $183 On site: 37 low | high Med: 33 | |