PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Now $995k!! Welcome to this mid-century California classic, designed by renowned architect George Hackney and built in 1954/55 by Hackney & Knott. Nestled at the gateway to highly sought-after TRINITY PARK, this beautifully landscaped home offers a serene garden oasis with persimmon, fig, plum, pear, and citrus trees—a true 'Garden of Eden' for its next owner. Downtown Durham is walkable or just a short drive. This home has been extensively renovated to blend its timeless charm with modern conveniences. The Euro-styled kitchen remodel was designed to bring joy to any home chef! Two large single basin sinks, a fiery red Italian gas range, large island, counter and cabinet space galore. Recent updates: **new Daikon HVAC SYSTEM and new ductwork in 2022 **ROOF replaced in 2018 **Exterior / interior RECENTLY PAINTED **TWO SUNROOMS: flexible spaces that could be anything you like -- an sunny office, an artist studio, craft room, bonus room, atrium, etc **TWO FIREPLACES: in both the family and living rooms **FENCED BACKYARD, and large deck with a Jacuzzi hot tub, pergola, enclosed garden structure, and dry creek provides an ideal setting for relaxation or social gatherings. (The Jacuzzi and Big Green Egg convey!) **LARGE IN TOWN LOT: almost ½ an acre, may afford potential for expansion, or perhaps an ADU?(subject to city approvals). **Extras include Custom Blinds, Gutter Guards With all these improvements, this home is ready to welcome a new steward who will appreciate its history, its beauty, and its prime location near everything Durham has to offer.