If you're in the market for a classic American house, you'll automatically be drawn to the Cape Cod. Originally developed by the English colonists, the Cape Cod style still resonates with comfort, coziness and a sense of being right at home.
These practical structures were designed by the Puritan colonists and first built on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in the 17th century. The classic Cape Cod style features a central front door and two windows on each side.
These homes were specially built to withstand harsh New England winters. The houses were heated with a large, centrally located fireplace and chimney that linked to several rooms. The houses often had many south-facing windows to take advantage of “passive solar” heat, and the roof was steeply angled to prevent snow from building up.
The Colonial Revival period that began in America in the 1930s led to an resurgence of Cape Cod-style homes being built along the east coast. In the 1980s, there was a renewed interest in this modest but flexible design.
The exterior of a Cape Cod is traditionally clapboard or shingles. Interior design elements include wood floors, plus wainscoting to provide additional insulation and prevent moisture damage.
The original Cape Cod style was sturdy and plain, and usually 1.5 stories tall. However, the simple rectangular design made it easy to add on to the home as the family grew. Depending on the configuration, a house might be a "single Cape", "three-quarter Cape," or "full Cape." Modern Cape Cod construction is often a hybrid of styles, combining the classic Cape features combined with Tudor, Ranch, or Craftsman bungalow styles.
If you're considering an older house, there are a couple of common issues to be aware of. Homes built in the 1980s may still have polybutylene piping, which become brittle when exposed to the chlorine from public water systems. Hire an experienced, licensed plumber to determine that there are no imminent problems during your due diligence period.
If the exterior of the home has Masonite siding, check that it was properly sealed and maintained against moisture damage, including mold.
If you're in the market for a Cape Cod-style home in Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill, you have a wide choice!
Durham has several neighborhoods where you can find your Cape Cod home.
Raleigh Cape Cod neighborhoods include:
If you're looking for 1980s Cape Cod homes, check out the Stonehenge, the Broadlands, Brittany Woods, and Durant Trails neighborhoods.
Additional Raleigh neighborhoods to explore for your Cape Cod home are Copperfield, Hedingham, Lockwood, and Falls River.
Chapel Hill's Downing Creek has Cape Cods that were built between 1980 and 2000. You can also find Cape Cods for sale in Morgan Creek. Although the area has been modernized, it still retains all the charm of the classic style.
You might also find your Cape Cod dream nestled in one of these Chapel Hill neighborhoods.
If you're in the market for a brand-new Cape Cod house, here are the builders we recommend:
Cape Cods were designed to be customized to fit your family and your lifestyle. If you can't find the exact home you like from the existing inventory for sale, contact one of these builders to help create your perfect home.
Below is a complete list of Cape Cod style homes for sale in Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh, and the surrounding areas in North Carolina. Search for your favorite homes, whether you prefer move-in ready or like to do a little fixing up. Contact us today and schedule a visit. We can point out great locations and neighborhoods to help you find your dream home in the Triangle.
Charming 5 bed/2 bath Cape Cod nestled on a 4.53/acre developable parcel. Ideally located in the town of Chapel Hill & the County of Durham, this amazing property is minu...
Horse Farm, Fisherman's Paradise, Natural Retreat... You will fall in love with this 22 acre exclusive serene property just outsideLouisburg, NC. Privacy & gorgeous water...
NEW construction. We will build your dream house, you tell us how you want it and we will build if for you. Please see MLS # 2449655
1.33 acre private culdesac lot, updated home, Springdale Estates next to Leesville Schools. Over 5000 sq ft of usable space under roof, well maintained home. Hardwoods. R...
A property you don't want to miss!! If you are looking for over 3200 sqft of living space, over 20 acres of land and a secluded location, look no further! This property l...
Welcome to the Magnolia B! This sprawling home features over 3400 sq ft of easy living! 1st fl study makes a great home office. The formal dining rm perfect for special o...
Coming Soon! This pretty Cape Cod house in the popular Falconbridge Neighbourhood is a fabulous location close to Chapel Hill, Durham and RTP. A lovely 4-bedroom home wit...
Duke Park diamond in the rough! 1940’s home COMPLETELY RENOVATED from ground up with expansions everywhere. Second floor redesigned to include HUGE Owners suite with balc...
Delightful Home in Apex on .69 Acre Landscaped Lot! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath + Bonus Rm or Office. Flat, Fenced Backyard ft. Comp Deck & Brick Paver Patio and Storage Shed. Hard...
Cape Cod style brick home in Nash County, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms! Craftsmanship throughout with Main level Master, Formal living and Dining room, Family room with s...
Bright and Open! Close to all resort style amenities- clubhouse, Olympic sized pool, gardens, tennis, events & more! Beautiful layout for entertaining as kitchen, dining ...
All Solid Brick 4 BR Ranch home on over 5 acres. 3-Horse Barn w/Heated/cooled tack room. Beautiful Luxury Plank flooring throughout home. All fresh paint throughout. Kit...
Beautiful custom ranch style home. 4 Bedrooms / 3 full Baths. Teen/In-law suite or Bonus Room on second floor with adjoining Bath. Impressive Family Room offers coffered ...
Privacy, Independence, Road frontage & Location only a Few miles from Duke University and Hospitals. Awesome property nestled in 1.445 acres in Rose of Sharon. Fully reno...
Updated Cape Cod with curb appeal galore. Kitchen and dining room have been updated. Large family room w/fireplace walks out to expansive deck. Tucked away home office w...
ONE OF A KIND completely remodeled condo feat. a blend of classic elegance & modern design. Nestled in the quaint 55+ Village Green community, this move-in ready unit has...
Charming home in desirable Apex. This 1.5 story home features a first floor primary bedroom with 2 additional bedrooms upstairs. Eat-in kitchen overlooks the large, woode...
Convenient location w/ easy access to I-85, 15/501, Duke & downtown! Large master Bedroom suite w/ walk in closet on 1st floor & two large bedrooms upstairs. Closet in ha...
Two story Cape Cod featuring traditional crown molding and chair rail. Harwood floors and tile on 1st floor. Spacious foyer area connecting large formal dinning room, li...
3Bed/2Bath Cape Cod w/open living space nestled in the woods on 1+ acre! Primary Bedrm First Flr. Living Rm & Family Rm. Fireplace. Kitchen w/island, granite counters, ba...
MOTIVATED SELLER/BRING OFFERS! Hard to find custom RANCH ready for your personal touch! Home has rockg chair ft prch w CFs, open flr plan, Cathedral Ceilgs, wainscoting, ...
Hard to Find New Construction Cape Cod Home in Gated Community. 2 Bedrooms PLUS Bonus room. 1st Floor Master Suite! LVP throughout Entire Home! Open Floor Plan. Quartz Co...
*Investment Opportunity* Main home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full bath, den, livingroom, dining room, huge closets, lots of kitchen cabinets for storage. Guest house has 2 bedroo...
GO AND SHOW! MOVE IN READY! AMAZING 3 BR 2 bath cape cod style home! Great yard with a privacy fence, very cozy and privet, great for your summer cookouts! Completely ren...
Golfers Delight! Cape Code with 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Master bedroom downstairs. Home has over 2,300 square feet. Home is spacious and well maintained. Home has sev...
Rare opportunity in Northwest Lee County! 1920's Homestead with large Oak Trees sitting on almost an acre lot. Complete with Rocking chair front porch, metal roof & origi...
Rare opportunity in Northwest Lee County! 1920's Homestead with large Oak Trees sitting on almost an acre lot. Complete with Rocking chair front porch, metal roof & origi...
Don't let the size fool you. Remodeled for owner occupancy this home offers large walk in closet and walk in laundry/pantry, hardwood floors through out with private r...
CHARMING CAPE COD ON A HALF ACRE LOT! 3 bedroom and 1.5 bath. New roof in 1/19, new HVAC in 1/21 and new water heater 10/19. Replacement windows. Hardwood floors on main ...
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