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This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 242 W Academy Street in Wendell, NC is listed for $895,000 ($246 per sqft). Built in 1915, the home offers 3,632 sqft of living space on a 0.49 acres lot.

Agent Description

Own a unique part of Downtown Wendell. This property fronts 3 separate roads: Wendell Blvd, Marshburn Rd, and Academy St. It has a separate address for each building (242 W Academy and 3169 Wendell Blvd) and each has separate power and utilities. The first building is a 2000 sq ft fully renovated historic home, currently offered on VRBO as ''Cottage on the Boulevard''.

With 5 years of successful rent roll on VRBO and Airbnb, this property brings in around 45k a year. It is currently zoned residential, but can be converted to commercial. The second building is zoned as an office/retail single tenant building that is 1632 sf.

This building has also been fully renovated with 4 office/deck spaces, conference table, kitchen and eating area, a classroom that seats 20, and storage . The parking lot is behind this brick building so it does not restrict the parking of the rental house or guests which use the driveway on Academy St.

These two buildings are only separated by 6-8 feet so they can not be divided or sold separately. They could easily be combined to create a 4000 sf building, or used as is. The brick building currently generates rental revenue, but could be used or rented out as a full time retail or office building.

The property is not in the historic district, but benefits from a tax reduction from the age of the property. It is within walking distance of downtown Wendell and has high visibility due to its location on three of the main road interchanges. Showings will need to be arranged around guests as this is a very popular and successful VRBO rental.

Key Features

  • Built in 1915
  • 0.49 acre lot
  • 10 parking spaces

Property Details

1 story
2 full, 1 half
10 spaces
1915

Amenities

HardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,787/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$647
Interest$3,878
Insurance$261

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

242 W Academy Street

Wendell, NC 27591

Not in a Subdivision

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Apartment/SuiteBathtub/Shower CombinationCeiling Fan(s)Eat-in KitchenGranite CountersSmooth Ceilings

Exterior Features

Fenced Yard

Property Details

Flooring

VinylHardwoodTile - Ceramic

Construction

Brick Vinyl Siding

Pool Features

Porch

Parking

Parking Lot

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central AirGas (Cooling)

Appliances

Built-In RangeDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 242 W Academy Street is listed at $895,000 ($246/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,878 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1915, 0.49 acre lot, 10 parking spaces. Interior Features: Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s). Exterior Features: Fenced Yard.

This property is listed by Amanda Rivera and can be reached at 9196567446 or Fivecountyrealty@gmail.com.

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Amanda Rivera

Agent at Creekside Inc/Five County Real

(919) 656-7446

Listed by Creekside Inc/Five County Real · View on Broker Site

MLS# 10151284· Source: listhub· Updated 40 days ago

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242 W Academy Street, Wendell, NC 27591

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