Welcome to your private retreat! Nestled on three peaceful acres, this nearly 4,000 square foot recently updated single-family home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and connection to nature. Surrounded by mature woods and private walking trails, the home invites you to enjoy the serenity of the outdoors while offering easy access to city conveniences just minutes from Duke University, downtown Durham, UNC Chapel Hill and I-85. This thoughtfully designed home features expansive living areas that include a bright and spacious loft with a built-in Murphy bed—perfect for guests or flexible use—as well as a fully finished lower level offering an additional living space complete with a full bathroom. The open-concept main level is bathed in natural light, thanks to oversized windows that beautifully frame the wooded landscape. The heart of the home features warm and inviting living and family rooms complete with a fireplace, custom built-in cabinetry and shelving, a mini fridge for added convenience, and even a sliding ladder—perfect for accessing your favorite book or displaying cherished collections. The kitchen, ideal for entertaining and daily living, offers stainless steel appliances and generous counter space, flowing effortlessly into the dining and living areas. The spacious primary suite provides a spa-like retreat with dual vanity sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with dual shower heads—designed for both function and relaxation. Outside, a covered wrap-around porch creates the perfect space to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature in every season. Multiple outdoor firepits offer cozy spots for gathering under the stars, surrounded by the peaceful privacy of your wooded lot. With timeless design, thoughtful features, and an unbeatable location, this exceptional home brings together the best of indoor comfort and outdoor living—all just a short drive from everything Durham/Chapel Hill has to offer.
Sold for $1,010,000 on 06/04/25
$1,010,000
831 Healey Ln, Durham, NC 27705
3beds
3,963sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1983
3.06 Acres Lot
$1,016,700 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$5,002 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 19, 2025 at 01:04pm
Listed by:
Brian Madden 717-228-7621,
Choice Residential Real Estate
Bought with:
Matt Lunceford Blivin, 325555
Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10089776

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Built-In Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Water Purifier Rented, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
- Basement: Block, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,963
- Total interior livable area: 3,963 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,303
- Finished area below ground: 660
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 3.06 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Secluded
Details
- Parcel number: 0802025769
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse, Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,016,700