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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,737 sqft$497/sqft
3812 Darby Rd, Durham, NC 27707
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.59 acresLot Size
1989Year Built
$497/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Designed by Modernist architect Karl Mrozek as his personal residence, 3812 Darby Road is a rare find for design enthusiasts. Situated on a meticulously maintained private lot with a creek, just a stone's throw from the Hope Valley County Club clubhouse, this home offers both style and function in a manageable space. The exterior features striking overhangs and cantilevers that define the bold roofline, while floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural light and stunning outdoor views into the heart of...Designed by Modernist architect Karl Mrozek as his personal residence, 3812 Darby Road is a rare find for design enthusiasts. Situated on a meticulously maintained private lot with a creek, just a stone's throw from the Hope Valley County Club clubhouse, this home offers both style and function in a manageable space. The exterior features striking overhangs and cantilevers that define the bold roofline, while floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural light and stunning outdoor views into the heart of the home. The main level includes an oversized family room with a fireplace, a spacious dining area, sunroom and an eat-in kitchen with Viking appliances. The main floor primary suite offers ease and privacy. Upstairs, two very bright, generous bedrooms share a full bath with jetted tub, completing the main living space. A detached two-car garage includes a versatile additional 950 sq ft finished living space for an office, apartment, or in-law suite. Large living area overlooking the creek and peaceful backyard, and bedroom/full bath. This home is a stunner... Don't miss it! Open Sat/Sun 1-3!
  • Listed by: Dave Brion • Nest Realty of the Triangle
  • Listed by: Karen K Roberts • Nest Realty of the Triangle
Listing closed: 10/29/2024 12:00 AM • Source: TRIANGLEMLS, MLS#: 10053442

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,050,000

Avg days on market

33

Sale-to-list ratio

101.8%

Durham, NC

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Location

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Sold By Nest Realty of the Triangle

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Property Information for 3812 Darby Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,572 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • View: Yes
  • Showings Expected to Begin: 09-19-2024
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Lot Size: 0.59 AC / 25,700 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I-40, take exit 274 to north on NC-751, straight onto Hope Valley Rd, left on Dover Rd, left on Westover Rd, left on Darby Rd...home is on the right
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.945886
  • Longitude: -78.95502
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Neighborhood: Hope Valley Country Club
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,572.00
  • City Limits Of: Durham
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 03
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2024-10-15
School Information
  • Elementary School: Durham - Murray Massenburg
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
  • High School: Durham - Jordan
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Parking Pad
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2737.0
  • Building Name: The Karl Mrozek house
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 213 x 143 x 209 x 104
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Modern
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 943
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 124355
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Building Project Name: The Karl Mrozek House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.07
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Builder Name: Karl Mrozek
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Permeable Paving, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Deck
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle, Tar/Gravel
  • Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Security Service
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Equipment Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Parking Pad, Wood Siding, 24 Hour Security, Security Service
  • Equipment: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Parking Pad
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 15.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 16
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 18
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Description: Detached
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5 x 15.3
  • Room Width: 15.3
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11.7 x 16.2
  • Room Width: 16.2
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 20.9 x 20.3
  • Room Width: 20.3
  • Room Length: 20.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 7.7 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 7.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 9.5 x 13
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Length: 9.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 7.7 x 9.4
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Length: 7.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 12
  • Room Description: Primary walkin closet
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 16
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 13
  • Room Description: Detached
  • Room Dimensions: 10.2 x 14.8
  • Room Width: 14.8
  • Room Length: 10.2
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Office
Room 14
  • Room Description: Flex - Detached
  • Room Dimensions: 10.7 x 16.1
  • Room Width: 16.1
  • Room Length: 10.7
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Other
Room 15
  • Room Description: Detached storage
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 11
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 3812 Darby Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 29, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544508699

$1,360,000

+6.6% / yr

Oct 29, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10053442

$1,360,000
Sep 19, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10053442

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/29/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544508699

$1,360,000

+6.6% / yr

10/29/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10053442

$1,360,000
09/19/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10053442

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

Public Records for 3812 Darby Road

Taxable ValueLand$397,500Additions$981,338Total$1,378,838
Tax Record2025$13,668 ($1,139 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtStories1Lot Size25,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN124355Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3812 Darby Road

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

Sherwood Githens Middle
Public6 to 8

Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Public9 to 12

Rogers-Herr Middle
Public6 to 8

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: 3812 Darby Road, Durham, NC 27707
$1,360,000
4
2,737
25,700
$860,000
4
4,332
28,314
$1,070,000
5
4,978
47,916
3
2
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29,185
$450,000
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31,799

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