$520,000
About this home
Tucked away on a beautifully wooded lot of nearly half an acre, this distinctive two-story home offers the rare combination of privacy, character, and convenience. Surrounded by mature hardwoods, the property feels like a peaceful retreat while remaining just minutes from Duke University, Downtown Durham, RTP, Southpoint, I-40, and some of the area's best shopping and dining. Even better, the Third Fork Creek Trail is just steps away, providing miles of scenic walking, running, and biking opportunities. Inside, you'll find an updated interior featuring warm LVP floors throughout the main level, a spacious family room with custom built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace, and an inviting floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen combines timeless white cabinetry, striking brick accents, dark countertops, updated appliances, and abundant workspace. Tastefully renovated bathrooms add a fresh, modern feel while maintaining the home's character. Outdoor living is just as impressive. Relax on the welcoming wraparound front porch, entertain on the expansive rear deck overlooking the woods, or enjoy the tranquility of your own backyard sanctuary. A separate storage building provides exceptional space for hobbies, gardening equipment, outdoor gear, or workshop needs. Thoughtful updates throughout the home blend seamlessly with its original charm, creating a move-in-ready property that still offers personality rarely found in today's market. Large windows frame peaceful woodland views from nearly every room, bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. If you've been searching for a home that offers privacy without isolation, modern updates without sacrificing character, and a setting that truly stands apart, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Experience the feeling of living in your own wooded retreat while enjoying quick access to everything Durham has to offer.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- 10184794
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Courtland Place
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 63
- On market date
- August 7, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.48 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.3:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,939
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
- District
- Durham Public Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Durham's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by Doorify MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 7, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.