5300 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705 - Photo 1

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$415,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,333 Sq. Ft.
0.45 Acres
Updated 1 day ago

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Property Description

Ooo heaven is a place on Earth! This enchanting 1940s Cape Cod garden cottage sits on almost half an acre of fenced property surrounded by lush greenery, blooms, and birdsongs. 2 beds 2 baths 2 bonus rooms, and gardens so beautiful that it may bring a tear to your eye. Relax, entertain, and feel the connection to the beauty around you. Perfectly positioned in W Durham, between Chapel Hill and Durham, and just beyond city limits - meaning lower taxes, yet minutes to everything. Three nature preserves and hiking trails are just a short drive away. Inside, enjoy the lovely open floor plan, spacious primary suite with renovated en suite bath and new walk in shower, plus a versatile second bedroom with built-in Murphy bed. Upstairs offers two flexible bonus rooms, ideal for home offices, a playroom, or a private guest suite. Meticulously cared for with major updates: new fiber cement siding (2025), roof (2015), water heater (2020), whole-house water softener (2025), interior paint (2026), primary shower (2025), stove (2026). Tinker in the amazingly spacious detached wired workshop, or enjoy picking Summer's bounty in the productive raised garden beds. Come find your private paradise in a prime location!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5300 Kerley Rd

General

Sold For: $415,000
Taxes: $2,368 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10160765
Added to Site: 179 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
Flooring: Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Storage

Location

County: Durham
Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Forest View Elementary
Middle School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Well: Yes

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cape Cod
Structure Type: House
Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Building Size: 1333
Square Feet: 1,333
Living Area: 1,333 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,333 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1949

Lot Features

Property View: Garden
Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 19,602
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Partially Cleared
Zoning: R-20
Fencing (Description): Fenced, Front Yard, Gate, Wood

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,368.55
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
APN: 137850

Listed by Inhabit Real Estate, Marie Kathleen Brockenbrough (919) 606-1197

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Schools

Schools serving 5300 Kerley Rd

School District:Durham Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Forest View Elementary 3007 Mount Sinai Road, Durham, NC 27705	K-5	0.2 mi
Sherwood Githens Middle 4800 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707	6-8	3.1 mi
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707	9-12	4.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 5300 Kerley Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/29/2026

Sold

$415,000

-2.35%

MLS

4/17/2026

Listed

$425,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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