4514 Erwin Road

Closed 5/11/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$355,000

2 beds2 baths1,492 sqft$238/sqft

4514 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.49 acresLot Size

2006Year Built

$238/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Step back in time with this historic log cabin, originally built by the Works Progress Administration in the 1930s and operated for decades as a community center before its thoughtful conversion to a private residence in 2006. Rich in character and craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind home showcases authentic log-and-mortar construction paired with modern updates, including a durable metal roof. Inside, you'll find warm, inviting spaces perfect for curling up by the fire with a good book. Outside, enjoy...Step back in time with this historic log cabin, originally built by the Works Progress Administration in the 1930s and operated for decades as a community center before its thoughtful conversion to a private residence in 2006. Rich in character and craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind home showcases authentic log-and-mortar construction paired with modern updates, including a durable metal roof. Inside, you'll find warm, inviting spaces perfect for curling up by the fire with a good book. Outside, enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the screened porch surrounded by timeless rustic charm. This truly unique property offers the rare opportunity to own a piece of history--while still being just minutes from the conveniences of modern life. Ideally located just outside the Durham city limits, the home sits midway between Duke University, UNC, Chapel Hill, and downtown Durham, offering both tranquility and accessibility. There is simply nothing else like it on the market. Don't miss your chance to make this historic gem your own. Please do not block the driveway when parking for showings.

Listed by: Courtney Brown 561.504.7685 courtney@courtneysbrownrealestate.com Brokerage DRE #C13348 • Peak, Swirles & Cavallito

Listing closed: 05/11/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10149134

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Property Information for 4514 Erwin Road

Property Details

Taxes: $2,668 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Durham County
Zoning Description: R-20
Showings Expected to Begin: 03-03-2026
Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision

Building Information

Year Built: 2006
Lot Size: 0.49 AC / 21,344 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: R-20
Direction Faces: South

Directions: From 15-501 in Durham head west on Erwin. House is on the right past Cornwallis. Park either off of the driveway or across Erwin in Lochnora.
Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
Latitude: 35.992767
Longitude: -78.981973
Road Frontage Type: State Road

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $2,668.10

Has City Limits: No
Lot Number: NA
Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes

Contract Information

Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Has Property Leased: No

Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-05-04

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Forest View Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle

High School: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School

Parking

Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
Open Parking: Yes

Carport: No
Garage: No

Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://listings.lighthousevisuals.com/videos/019c9533-791b-730f-b776-7753d6441b24

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 1492.0
Lot Features: Back Yard

Architectural Style: Log Home, Rustic
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
Parcel Number: 137750
Structure Type: Cabin, House
Enhanced Accessible: No
Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
Has Primary Residence: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 0.88

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Year Built Effective: 1938

Senior Community: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Log, Log Siding, Other
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Permeable Paving

Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened
Roof: Metal
New Construction Type: Cabin, House, Log, Log Siding, Other

Interior Features

Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2

Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
Basement Description: Crawl Space
Fireplace Features: Den, Masonry, Stone, Wood Burning
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Shower Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination

Room Information

Rooms Total: 5.0

Room 1

Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Main

Length: 11.5
Width: 10.7

Room 2

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main

Length: 12.0
Width: 12.5

Room 3

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Length: 10.5
Width: 11.8

Room 4

Type: Den
Level: Main

Length: 8.0
Width: 13.0

Room 5

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Length: 10.5
Width: 16.5

Room 6

Type: Family Room
Level: Main

Length: 17.0
Width: 13.8

Property History for 4514 Erwin Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
May 11, 2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134	$355,000	—
May 8, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939150064	$355,000	—
May 8, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1938269314	$355,000	+8.8% / yr
Apr 7, 2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134		—
Apr 4, 2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134	$405,000	—
Oct 30, 2025	Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10117372	$415,000	—
Aug 22, 2025	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10117372	$450,000	—
Nov 4, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1475785879	$243,000	+0.1% / yr
Apr 22, 2016	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677	$242,000	—
Apr 21, 2016	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #569183244	$242,000	-0.0% / yr
Feb 17, 2016	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677		—
Jan 11, 2016	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677	$245,000	—
Sep 10, 2015	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1994558	$259,900	—
Sep 9, 2015	Expired AMLS #1994558	$259,900	—
Mar 20, 2015	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1971502	$265,000	—
Mar 19, 2015	Expired AMLS #1971502	$265,000	—
Mar 11, 2015	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1994558	$259,900	—
Mar 11, 2015	Listed (Active) AMLS #1994558	$259,900	—
Sep 23, 2014	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1971502	$265,000	—
Sep 23, 2014	Listed (Active) AMLS #1971502	$265,000	—
Apr 20, 2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #222270210	$242,500	—
Apr 20, 2007	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050	$242,500	—
Mar 1, 2007	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050		—
Feb 20, 2007	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050	$245,000	—
Feb 18, 2007	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #894927	$250,000	—
Feb 18, 2007	Expired AMLS #894927	$250,000	—
Oct 19, 2006	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #894927	$275,000	—
Oct 19, 2006	Listed (Active) AMLS #894927	$275,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
05/11/2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134	$355,000
05/08/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939150064	$355,000
05/08/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1938269314	$355,000 +8.8% / yr
04/07/2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134	—
04/04/2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10149134	$405,000
10/30/2025	Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10117372	$415,000
08/22/2025	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10117372	$450,000
11/04/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1475785879	$243,000 +0.1% / yr
04/22/2016	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677	$242,000
04/21/2016	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #569183244	$242,000 -0.0% / yr
02/17/2016	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677	—
01/11/2016	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2044677	$245,000
09/10/2015	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1994558	$259,900
09/09/2015	Expired AMLS #1994558	$259,900
03/20/2015	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1971502	$265,000
03/19/2015	Expired AMLS #1971502	$265,000
03/11/2015	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1994558	$259,900
03/11/2015	Listed (Active) AMLS #1994558	$259,900
09/23/2014	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1971502	$265,000
09/23/2014	Listed (Active) AMLS #1971502	$265,000
04/20/2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #222270210	$242,500
04/20/2007	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050	$242,500
03/01/2007	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050	—
02/20/2007	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #914050	$245,000
02/18/2007	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #894927	$250,000
02/18/2007	Expired AMLS #894927	$250,000
10/19/2006	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #894927	$275,000
10/19/2006	Listed (Active) AMLS #894927	$275,000

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

Public Records for 4514 Erwin Road

Taxable ValueLand$168,750Additions$217,971Total$386,721

Tax Record2025$2,668 ($222 / month)

Home Facts

Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,488 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,488 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006ZoningRRCountyDURHAMAPN137750Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4514 Erwin Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Morehead Montessori	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	3.8 mi
6/10	Forest View Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.6 mi
8/10	Sherwood Githens Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.3 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	5.0 mi
9/10	Rogers-Herr Middle	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	3.0 mi
8/10	Durham School Of The Arts	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	4.3 mi
NR	Hope Creek Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Morehead Montessori PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	3.8 mi
6/10	Forest View Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.6 mi
8/10	Sherwood Githens Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.3 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	5.0 mi
9/10	Rogers-Herr Middle Public6 to 8 Choice school	3.0 mi
8/10	Durham School Of The Arts Public6 to 12 Choice school	4.3 mi
NR	Hope Creek Academy PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.3 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 4514 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$355,000	2	2	1,492	21,344
4518 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$225,000	3	2	1,357	14,679
4512 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$792,000	–	–	–	744,005
4520 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	–	3	2	1,604	20,909
4511 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$285,000	2	1	1,810	39,204
4521 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	–	3	2	2,748	38,333
3009 Glenwood Drive, Durham, NC 27705	$265,000	4	3	2,200	15,246
4501 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$221,500	–	1	1,692	49,658
3010 Annandale Road, Durham, NC 27705	$675,000	4	4	3,130	21,910
3013 Glenwood Drive, Durham, NC 27705	$285,900	4	3	2,700	21,780
3012 Annandale Road, Durham, NC 27705	$335,000	4	3	2,784	20,908
4424 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	–	2	1	2,160	553,648
3014 Glenwood Drive, Durham, NC 27705	$335,000	4	3	3,323	15,681
4427 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705	$220,000	3	1	1,521	72,309
3018 Glenwood Drive, Durham, NC 27705	$335,000	4	4	3,531	16,552
3018 Annandale Road, Durham, NC 27705	$750,000	4	3	2,812	24,829

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