Deadline - Monday, Nov 24 at 4pm for offers! Discover Many Rivers Farm, a 24±-acre working orchard surrounded on two sides by the shimmering waters of the Little River Reservoir—a landscape of open skies, mature fruit trees, and serene waterfront views. This established U-pick apple and peach farm features over forty-seven apple varieties, peach, pear, blueberry and blackberry plants in well-tended, attractively spaced rows—an ideal foundation for continued agricultural use, agritourism, or expansion into an event venue. Manyriversfarm.com. Near the water views of the property sits a 1,888 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 3 full bath, Modernist home designed by acclaimed architect George Matsumoto in 1954 and relocated here in 2001 by Ellen Cassilly. The home's signature clean lines, walls of glass, and thoughtful proportions are complemented by cork flooring and functional updates. Designed for modern comfort, it lives beautifully as a residence, rental, or on-site management retreat. Visitors are welcomed by a charming walk-up farm store and picnic area, connected by a well-maintained driveway and ample parking. The land slopes gently toward the water, offering sweeping reservoir vistas and a natural setting ideal for outdoor gatherings, weddings, or future custom construction on an additional homesite. Located only 20 minutes north of Downtown Durham, 20 minutes to Hillsborough, and 35 minutes to RDU International Airport, Many Rivers Farm offers a unique balance of privacy, accessibility, and proven agricultural success. Lake Michie and the Flat and Eno Rivers are just a few minutes away. Opportunities like this are rare—come experience Many Rivers Farm and see its full potential before it's gone.
RanchProperty Type
1954Year Built
24.48 acresLot Size
$495Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Heidi Grable• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
The Poland-DeFeo House, designed in 1954 by modernist icon George Matsumoto near Crabtree Creek in Raleigh. Moved in 2001,under of the watchful eye of Ellen Cassilly, to its current idyllic 24+ acre site overlooking the Little River Reservoir. Award winning renovation w/ lower level guest quarters designed by Cassilly. Superb opportunity for full time residence or weekend get away!
TMLS #1003649
Aug 30, 2009
Listing Removed
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May 13, 2008
Listed
$595,000
$315/sq ft
TMLS #983315
Feb 28, 2008
Listing Removed
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Feb 12, 2008
Listed
$629,000
$333/sq ft
TMLS #972144
Feb 12, 2008
Listing Removed
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Dec 11, 2007
Listed
$629,000
$333/sq ft
TMLS #965938
Dec 11, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2007
Listed
$629,000
$333/sq ft
TMLS #916852
Nov 2, 2007
Listing Removed
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Mar 6, 2007
Listed
$629,000
$333/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2001
Sold
$185,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$2,458 (−31.4%)
$195,880 + $208,604
$404,484
2022
$3,581 (+19.1%)
$195,880 + $208,604
$404,484
2021
$3,006 (+1.2%)
$195,886 + $208,602
$404,488
2020
$2,970 (+0.4%)
$195,886 + $170,329
$366,215
2019
$2,958 (−18.0%)
$195,886 + $168,868
$364,754
2018
$3,608 (+1.2%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2017
$3,567 (+3.3%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2016
$3,453 (+46.9%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2014
$2,350 (+6.8%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2013
$2,199 (+3.7%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2012
$2,120 (−0.2%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2011
$2,124
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
Tax history for 502 John Jones Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$2,458 (−31.4%)
$195,880 + $208,604
$404,484
2022
$3,581 (+19.1%)
$195,880 + $208,604
$404,484
2021
$3,006 (+1.2%)
$195,886 + $208,602
$404,488
2020
$2,970 (+0.4%)
$195,886 + $170,329
$366,215
2019
$2,958 (−18.0%)
$195,886 + $168,868
$364,754
2018
$3,608 (+1.2%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2017
$3,567 (+3.3%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2016
$3,453 (+46.9%)
$273,350 + $138,232
$411,582
2014
$2,350 (+6.8%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2013
$2,199 (+3.7%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2012
$2,120 (−0.2%)
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
2011
$2,124
$192,382 + $71,203
$263,585
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
24.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,776
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
191406
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Oversized, Shared Driveway, See Remarks
Parking Total: 4
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Heater
Directions: Take 501 North from Durham, pass Treyburn entrance and Little River Reservoir, go right onto John Jones Road. Go .4 miles to right at 502 mailbox, follow driveway straight back to end of driveway - you will see the sign for Many Rivers Farm! House is all the way at the end of the driveway.
Latitude: 36.138822
Longitude: -78.893346
Postal Code: 27503
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,776
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 24.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 191406
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Lower Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-02-23
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-11-23T20:14:09Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-11-06T13:20:52Z
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Mangum Elementary
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Lucas Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
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