1527 Pinecrest Rd

Durham, NC 27705

$1,600,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,806 Sq. Ft.
$420 / Sq. Ft.
3,806
Sq. Ft.
$420
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/31/23Virtual Tour
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Description

The word snowflake has been co-opted but this house is here to claim it back. This unique and artful home is tucked into one of the biggest lots in Duke Forest and sits amid a terraced landscape that is reminiscent of Italy with a hint of hippie modernism. It’s a true mid-century gem, having been designed in 1962 by Harwell Hamilton Harris, whose work is rarely found but perennially desired. It is a perfect blend of timeless, functional design while still offering a heaping dose of the wow factor...The word snowflake has been co-opted but this house is here to claim it back. This unique and artful home is tucked into one of the biggest lots in Duke Forest and sits amid a terraced landscape that is reminiscent of Italy with a hint of hippie modernism. It’s a true mid-century gem, having been designed in 1962 by Harwell Hamilton Harris, whose work is rarely found but perennially desired. It is a perfect blend of timeless, functional design while still offering a heaping dose of the wow factor that calls to you from the Dwell centerfold. Its distinctive architectural details are subtle and tasteful while lending warmth and character. The floor plan provides a versatile three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms upstairs, with a separate kitchen along with two bedrooms, full bath, and family room on the lower level. Walls of windows are on offer throughout this home as well as multiple doors leading to cozy outdoor nooks and patios for early morning coffee sipping and birdwatching respites. I could go on, but basically—if you’ve been holding out for something really special, this is it.
  1. Listed by Nata Bozymski • Inhabit Real Estate

Property Details for 1527 Pinecrest Road

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Yes
Subdivision
Duke University Homesites
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00
LISTING UPDATED: 10/28/2025 02:30 AM

Property Details for 1527 Pinecrest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #2520194
Days on Market3
Taxes$8,729 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1963
Lot Size1.18 AC / 51,400 SF
CountyDurham County
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Building Information for 1527 Pinecrest Road

Stories-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size1.18 AC / 51,400 SF

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$8,526 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,798

Property Taxes

$727

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1527 Pinecrest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: South on Academy Road toward Cornwallis. Right on Pinecrest. House on Left.
  • Subdivision Name: Duke University Homesites
  • Latitude: 35.986216
  • Longitude: -78.945332
  • Neighborhood: Duke Forest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,729.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: D14
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2520194
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Parking Features: Parking Pad
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3806.0
  • Lot Features: Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 321 x 137 x 384 x 115 x 28
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.19
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 50
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1278.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Cedar, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Basement Description: Apartment, Crawl Space, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Windows Treatment: Blinds, Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Apartment/Suite, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Quartz Counters, Shower Only, Smart Light(s), Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior: Parking Pad, Cedar, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Parking Pad
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 11.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Description: 2nd Kitchen
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 10
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 11
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 12
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 13
  • Room Description: kitchen
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Other
Room 14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1527 Pinecrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 31, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,600,000—
Jul 31, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,600,000—
Jul 24, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1515509652

$1,600,000—
Jul 9, 2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

—
Jul 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,350,000—
Jul 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/31/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,600,000
07/31/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,600,000
07/24/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1515509652

$1,600,000
07/09/2023

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

—
07/06/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,350,000
07/06/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2520194

$1,350,000

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

Public Records for 1527 Pinecrest Road

Taxable ValueLand$465,344Additions$791,430Total$1,256,774
Tax Record2025$12,458 ($1,038 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,591 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,591 SqFtStories1Lot Size51,401 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN101118Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1527 Pinecrest Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Morehead Montessori
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Morehead Montessori
PublicPK to 5

Lakewood Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Lakewood Montessori Middle School
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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