5300 Kerley Road

Closed 5/29/26
Closed 5/29/26
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Floor plan
Sold
Last Sold Price
$415,000
2 beds1,333 sqft$311/sqft
5300 Kerley Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.45 acresLot Size
1949Year Built
$311/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Ooo heaven is a place on Earth! This enchanting 1940s Cape Cod garden cottage sits on almost half an acre of fenced property surrounded by lush greenery, blooms, and birdsongs. 2 beds 2 baths 2 bonus rooms, and gardens so beautiful that it may bring a tear to your eye. Relax, entertain, and feel the connection to the beauty around you. Perfectly positioned in W Durham, between Chapel Hill and Durham, and just beyond city limits - meaning lower taxes, yet minutes to everything. Three nature preserves...Ooo heaven is a place on Earth! This enchanting 1940s Cape Cod garden cottage sits on almost half an acre of fenced property surrounded by lush greenery, blooms, and birdsongs. 2 beds 2 baths 2 bonus rooms, and gardens so beautiful that it may bring a tear to your eye. Relax, entertain, and feel the connection to the beauty around you. Perfectly positioned in W Durham, between Chapel Hill and Durham, and just beyond city limits - meaning lower taxes, yet minutes to everything. Three nature preserves and hiking trails are just a short drive away. Inside, enjoy the lovely open floor plan, spacious primary suite with renovated en suite bath and new walk in shower, plus a versatile second bedroom with built-in Murphy bed. Upstairs offers two flexible bonus rooms, ideal for home offices, a playroom, or a private guest suite. Meticulously cared for with major updates: new fiber cement siding (2025), roof (2015), water heater (2020), whole-house water softener (2025), interior paint (2026), primary shower (2025), stove (2026). Tinker in the amazingly spacious detached wired workshop, or enjoy picking Summer's bounty in the productive raised garden beds. Come find your private paradise in a prime location!
  • Listed by: Marie Kathleen Brockenbrough 919.606.1197 marie@trianglehouseandhome.com Brokerage DRE #C27585 • Inhabit Real Estate
Listing closed: 05/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10160765
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Property Information for 5300 Kerley Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,369 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Durham County
  • View: Garden
  • Zoning Description: R-20
  • Showings Expected to Begin: 04-17-2026
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Lot Size: 0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Directions: Take 15/501 N to exit 105 (Cornwallis Rd.). Turn left onto W Cornwallis Rd. and make a left onto Erwin Rd. Turn right onto Kerley Rd.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.987432
  • Longitude: -78.994129
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,368.55
  • Has City Limits: No
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
Contract Information
  • Has Comp Sale: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-05-20
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
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1333.0
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Partially Cleared
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cape Cod
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 256.0
  • Parcel Number: 137850
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.98
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Storage
  • Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard, Gate, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • New Construction Type: House, HardiPlank Type
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Shower
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 19.0
  • Width: 14.0
Room 4
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 19.0
  • Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Type: Laundry
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 8.0
  • Width: 8.0

Property History for 5300 Kerley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160765

$415,000—
May 22, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940005442

$415,000—
May 22, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942019826

$415,000

+6.9% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160765

$415,000
05/22/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940005442

$415,000
05/22/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942019826

$415,000

+6.9% / yr

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

Public Records for 5300 Kerley Road

Taxable ValueLand$145,344Additions$208,457Total$353,801
Tax Record2025$2,465 ($205 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,360 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,360 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1949ZoningRS-20CountyDURHAMAPN137850

Schools near 5300 Kerley Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Morehead Montessori
Public - PK to 5
Forest View Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Sherwood Githens Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Charles E Jordan Sr High School
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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5300 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
$415,000
2
1,333
19,602
5280 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
–
–
–
–
23,522
5304 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
$339,800
3
–
130,680
5272 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
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–
–
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14,810
5266 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
$90,000
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50,530
5308 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705
$735,000
3
2,408
27,007

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