Last Sold Price
5 beds3,493 sqft$240/sqft
1209 Birchbark Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Description

Nestled on one of Canterbury's most desirable corner lots, this thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom home truly has it all, and more. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen with an oversized island overlooking the living room, perfect for cooking, entertaining, and enjoying the game! A separate dining room offers space for gatherings, while a main-level bedroom with its own en-suite bath adds convenience and flexibility for guests or a home office. The oversized two-car garage connects through a...Nestled on one of Canterbury's most desirable corner lots, this thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom home truly has it all, and more. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen with an oversized island overlooking the living room, perfect for cooking, entertaining, and enjoying the game! A separate dining room offers space for gatherings, while a main-level bedroom with its own en-suite bath adds convenience and flexibility for guests or a home office. The oversized two-car garage connects through a practical mudroom with a large closet, ideal for everyday organization and keeping clutter out of sight. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, three full bathrooms, laundry room, plus a flexible bonus room. The owner's suite is a true retreat, featuring a spa-like bath with separate vanities, rainshower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Enjoy crisp fall evenings on the screened-in porch, or make the most of the expansive, flat yard ideal for play, gardening, or hosting. Canterbury is one of Durham's most centrally located neighborhoods with sidewalks throughout, and a dog park. Just minutes from Duke University and Hospital, Downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, local restaurants, and shopping, with easy access to major highways.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Terra Claire VanBeek • Urban Durham Realty

Property Details for 1209 Birchbark Road

Status
MLS #
10119621
Taxes
$8,577 / year
HOA Fees
$485 semi-annually
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2019
Lot Size
0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
View
Yes
Subdivision
Canterbury
HOA Fees
$485.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$850,000

Avg days on market

31

Sale-to-list ratio

89.0%

[Durham, NC]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Urban Durham Realty

Sold By Tony Hall & Associates

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Building Information for 1209 Birchbark Road

Stories-Year Built2019Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,060 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,265

Property Taxes

$715

HOA Dues

$81

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Property Information for 1209 Birchbark Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 15-501 take Cornwallis exit. Go west on Cornwallis. Left on Birchbark.
  • Subdivision Name: Canterbury
  • Latitude: 35.983603
  • Longitude: -78.962206
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
  • Association: Yes
  • Total HOA Dues: $.00
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,577.34
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 29
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3493.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Few Trees, Landscaped, Level
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 0811121983
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 73
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Washer/Dryer
  • Interior: Fiber Cement, Upper Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Washer/Dryer, Upper Level
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 12.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 11.1 x 13
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 16.7 x 14.5
  • Room Width: 14.5
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 14.2
  • Room Width: 14.2
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 15.3
  • Room Width: 15.3
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 10.8 x 12.8
  • Room Width: 12.8
  • Room Length: 10.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 19.6
  • Room Width: 19.6
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 11.3 x 13.4
  • Room Width: 13.4
  • Room Length: 11.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 5.4 x 5.7
  • Room Width: 5.7
  • Room Length: 5.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 7.4 x 9.5
  • Room Width: 9.5
  • Room Length: 7.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1209 Birchbark Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 10, 2025

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10119621

$839,000
Sep 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916017473

$839,000

+9.1% / yr

Sep 7, 2025

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10119621

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/10/2025

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10119621

$839,000
09/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916017473

$839,000

+9.1% / yr

09/07/2025

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10119621

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1209 Birchbark Road

Taxable ValueLand$195,000Additions$670,263Total$865,263
Tax Record2024$8,577 ($715 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2019ZoningRS-20CountyDURHAMAPN223435

Schools near 1209 Birchbark Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Morehead Montessori
PublicPK to 5

Forest View Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Sherwood Githens Middle
Public6 to 8

Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1209 Birchbark Road, Durham, NC 27705
$839,000
5
3,493
13,068
$509,620
4
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10,454
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4
3
3,180
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