Set on a private 1.08-acre lot in North Durham, this classic ranch-style home offers space, privacy, and endless potential. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and approximately 1,719 sq ft, this property is a rare opportunity to customize and create your dream home in one of Durham's most desirable areas. The home features a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace, a large kitchen and dining area, and a layout that flows comfortably throughout. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing extra storage will love the oversized detached 4-car garage/workshop (29 × 44) plus an additional attached 1-car garage. The expansive lot provides room to garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the peaceful wooded surroundings. Located just off Guess Road, you're close to Eno River State Park and within easy reach of Downtown Durham, I-85, and shopping conveniences — yet tucked away in a quiet, natural setting.
For sale
$419,900
5917 Scalybark Rd, Durham, NC 27712
3beds
1,719sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1977
1.08 Acres Lot
$412,200 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceSpacious family roomExpansive lot
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 02, 2026 at 10:10am
Listed by:
Christopher Webb 919-435-3148,
Property Specific, LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10149531
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Features
- Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Carpet, Plank, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,719
- Total interior livable area: 1,719 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,719
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 187000
- Zoning: RR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $244/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $382,036
- Annual tax amount: $2,649
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
Estimated market value
$412,200
$392,000 - $433,000
$2,055/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,900-3.5%$244/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10149531 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Listing removed | $435,000$253/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10131202 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000+1.9%$253/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10131202 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2022 | Sold | $427,000+2.9%$248/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2460539 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2022 | Pending sale | $415,000$241/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2460539 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $415,000+112.9%$241/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2460539 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2008 | Listing removed | $194,900+3.7%$113/sqft |
Source: NCI #960253 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2008 | Sold | $188,000-3.5%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2008 | Listed for sale | $194,900+16%$113/sqft |
Source: NCI #960253 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2004 | Sold | $168,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,841 +3.7% | $382,036 +46.4% |
| 2024 | $2,740 +5.9% | $260,879 |
| 2023 | $2,586 +28.1% | $260,879 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $2,019 | $238,286 |
| 2021 | $2,019 +2.1% | $238,286 |
| 2020 | $1,977 | $238,286 |
| 2019 | $1,977 -7.4% | $238,286 +25.7% |
| 2018 | $2,136 +16.5% | $189,591 |
| 2017 | $1,834 +4% | $189,591 |
| 2016 | $1,763 | $189,591 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,763 -3.1% | $186,785 |
| 2014 | $1,819 | $186,785 |
| 2013 | -- | $186,785 |
| 2012 | -- | $186,785 |
| 2011 | $1,580 | $186,785 |
| 2010 | $1,580 +4.7% | $186,785 |
| 2009 | $1,509 | $186,785 |
| 2008 | $1,509 +2% | $186,785 +11.6% |
| 2007 | $1,479 | $167,361 |
| 2006 | $1,479 | $167,361 |
| 2005 | $1,479 +3.1% | $167,361 |
| 2004 | $1,434 | $167,361 |
| 2003 | -- | $167,361 |
| 2002 | $1,319 +19.7% | $167,361 +53.4% |
| 2000 | $1,102 | $109,100 |
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Est. payment
$2,228/mo
Principal & interest
$1962
Property taxes
$266
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27712
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Eno Valley ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10George L Carrington MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Northern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Eno Valley
- Middle: Durham - Carrington
- High: Durham - Northern
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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