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Sold for $3,500,000
    • $3,500,000

    4900 W Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC 27705

    3beds
    5,863sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2008
    12.16 Acres Lot
    $3,482,300 Zestimate®
    $597/sqft
    $5,934 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $3,482,300

    $3.13M - $3.87M

    $5,934/mo

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    What's special

    Koi pondDeer fencingRolling pastureHistoric elementsPretty bathsSurrounded by duke forest
    FABULOUS NEW PRICE! Surrounded by Duke Forest, this 12.16 acre treasure offers quiet privacy only minutes from Duke, DT Durham or UNC/Chapel Hill. This five BR estate property is comprised of a main house with 3 ensuite BRs plus a 2BR/2BA cottage only a quick stroll away. The primary residence includes the components of a magnificent 1850's barn relocated to NC & setting the stage for this carefully constructed home completed in 2009. The separate restored 1840's farmhouse provides perfect guest quarters with its additional 2BRs/2BA, LR w/fp, full kitchen and screen porch. The main house incorporates historic elements rescued from a beautiful old house in Halifax, Va. Gorgeous open design is ideal for entertaining. Spectacular stone fireplace. Incomparable heart pine woodwork. Pretty baths, bookcses, open kitchen/scullery/ barn doors. Enjoy the best of a 2024 lifestyle with modern amenities including an elevator and home gym. Don't miss the convenient & enormous storage in garage walk-up & under house walk-in. Ancient trees shade this land grant parcel of Couch family heritage. Established gardens include stone and brick hardscape, retaining walls, a meandering creekbed and koi pond lovingly planted with specimen favorites and next generation trees. Deer fencing & irrigation protect the large vegetable garden. Rolling pasture welcomes children and pets to play freely.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Susan Peak 919-612-3221,

    Peak, Swirles & Cavallito

    Bought with:

    Susan Peak, 48361

    Peak, Swirles & Cavallito

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10004941MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 299.2 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18.7 x 16
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Kit Pantry
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 97.02 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.6 x 7.7
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 183.26 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.4 x 11.9
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 183.26 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.4 x 11.9
    Basement
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 1147 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 37 x 31
    Bonus room
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 268.66 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20.2 x 13.3
    Breakfast room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 177.31 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.9 x 11.9
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 349.28 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23.6 x 14.8
    Other
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 139.7 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.7 x 11
    Gym
    • Description: Exercise
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 299.2 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18.7 x 16
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 211.58 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.9 x 14.2
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 1124.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 37 x 30.4
    Mud room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 85.84 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.8 x 5.8
    Office
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 148.35 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.9 x 11.5
    Sunroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 223.6 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.2 x 13
    Utility room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 94.72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.8 x 7.4
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Radiant Floor
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Wall Oven
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
    Features
    • Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Soaking Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Nursery, Dining L, Butler's Pantry, Shower Only, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Smooth Ceilings
    • Flooring: Brick, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Partial
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,863
    • Total interior livable area: 5,863 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,863
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 10
    • Parking features: Carport, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
    • Garage spaces: 4
    • Has carport: Yes
    • Uncovered spaces: 5
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
    Lot
    • Size: 12.16 Acres
    • Features: Garden, Landscaped, Pasture, Secluded, Hardwood Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
    • Parcel number: 9892943444/9892947333
    • Special conditions: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional
    • Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Farmhouse,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Stone, Other
    • Roof: Metal,Other,Shake
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2008

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Durham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $597/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,525,300
    • Annual tax amount: $14,485
    • Date on market: 1/7/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/27/2025Sold$3,500,000-6.7%$597/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10004941 Report a problem
    4/14/2025Pending sale$3,750,000$640/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10004941 Report a problem
    8/6/2024Price change$3,750,000-17.6%$640/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10004941 Report a problem
    4/11/2024Price change$4,550,000-19.5%$776/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10004941 Report a problem
    1/7/2024Listed for sale$5,650,000$964/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10004941 Report a problem
    1/1/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Doorify MLS #2496068 Report a problem
    6/27/2023Price change$5,650,000-14.1%$964/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2496068 Report a problem
    2/24/2023Listed for sale$6,575,000+995.8%$1,121/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2496068 Report a problem
    12/12/2003Sold$600,000$102/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,828 +6.9%$508,700 +45.2%
    2024$3,581 +4.8%$350,400
    2023$3,419 +0.4%$350,400
    2022$3,404 +2.4%$350,400
    2021$3,325 -1.5%$350,400 +4.6%
    2020$3,375 $335,100
    2018$3,375 $335,100
    2017-- $335,100 +1.8%
    2016$3,260 $329,149
    2015$3,260 +0.6%$329,149
    2014$3,240 $329,149
    2013-- $329,149
    2012-- $329,149
    2011-- $329,149
    2010-- $329,149
    2009-- $329,149 +19.9%
    2008$2,763 +4.9%$274,426
    2007$2,634 $274,426
    2006-- $274,426
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 27705

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Orange - New Hope Elementary
    • Middle: Orange - A L Stanback Middle
    • High: Orange - Cedar Ridge High

    Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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