Discover this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch-style home, offering approximately 2,000 square feet of living space on nearly an acre of land. Located just 3 miles from Duke University and 4 miles from downtown Durham, this property combines convenience with tranquility. The main level features a comfortable layout, while the finished basement apartment provides a flexible space—ideal for generating rental income, accommodating guests, or serving as a private office or studio. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Eno River State Park, with its scenic trails and recreational opportunities just a short drive away. An outbuilding on the property adds extra storage or workspace options.
Circular driveway & shade tree nestled house with basement. Spacious backyard.
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Sale history for 2005 Cole Mill Rd
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10100938
Oct 14, 2025
Sold
$355,000
$177/sq ft
Jul 22, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2025
Price Changed
$350,000
$175/sq ft
Jun 17, 2025
Price Changed
$395,000
$197/sq ft
Jun 5, 2025
Listed
$425,000
$212/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 2016
Sold
$173,000
$86/sq ft
TMLS #2030728
Mar 3, 2016
Sold
$172,900
$86/sq ft
Feb 26, 2016
Pending
—
Feb 3, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 19, 2016
Price Changed
$169,900
$85/sq ft
Dec 1, 2015
Price Changed
$179,900
$90/sq ft
Nov 10, 2015
Price Changed
$184,900
$92/sq ft
Oct 15, 2015
Price Changed
$189,000
$94/sq ft
Sep 25, 2015
Price Changed
$198,000
$99/sq ft
Sep 19, 2015
Listed
$209,000
$104/sq ft
+19
Price reduced more than 30K less than tax value, 1950s house solid as a rock, minutes to Duke and golf courses. The house is fully renovated, new roof, A/C, new floors, refinished original hardwood floors, tiles, new stainless steel kitchen appliances, fresh interior and exterior paint. The house has large fenced backyard and curved driveway.
TMLS #537152
Jun 30, 2000
Sold
$109,000
$54/sq ft
Jun 30, 2000
Sold
$109,000
$54/sq ft
Dec 6, 1999
Listed
$128,700
$64/sq ft
Dec 6, 1999
Listed
$128,700
$64/sq ft
SOLID * * LOW-MAINTENANCE * * CONVENIENT * * 1 YR HOME WARRANTY * * HALF BASEMENT * * * REMODELED 50'S BRICK RANCH FEATURING MASONRY FP W/ CRACKED TILE HEARTH, STAINED GLASS, POCKET DOOR, CEILING FANS. OUTSIDE HIGHLIGHTS 20X14 DET GAR, LARGE 26X16 DECK, FENCED BACKYARD. .83 AC LOT OFFERS SMALL STREAM AND LEVEL PLAY AREA. RAMP DECKING INTO SIDE ENTRANCE. DON'T MISS IT
Public Records
Sep 11, 1995
Sold
$101,500
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,888 (+25.1%)
$201,375 + $190,856
$392,231
2024
$3,107 (+6.5%)
$201,375 + $190,856
$392,231
2023
$2,918 (+2.3%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2022
$2,851 (+0.5%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2021
$2,838 (+2.4%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2020
$2,771
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2019
$2,771 (+1.7%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2018
$2,724 (+0.7%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2017
$2,704 (+3.5%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2016
$2,612 (+18.4%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2014
$2,207 (+3.1%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2013
$2,140 (+2.3%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2012
$2,092 (+0.7%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2011
$2,079
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
Tax history for 2005 Cole Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,888 (+25.1%)
$201,375 + $190,856
$392,231
2024
$3,107 (+6.5%)
$201,375 + $190,856
$392,231
2023
$2,918 (+2.3%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2022
$2,851 (+0.5%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2021
$2,838 (+2.4%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2020
$2,771
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2019
$2,771 (+1.7%)
$53,670 + $169,088
$222,758
2018
$2,724 (+0.7%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2017
$2,704 (+3.5%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2016
$2,612 (+18.4%)
$44,725 + $156,075
$200,800
2014
$2,207 (+3.1%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2013
$2,140 (+2.3%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2012
$2,092 (+0.7%)
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
2011
$2,079
$35,954 + $123,515
$159,469
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
2,060
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
176097
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-20
E-B
Residential Suburban Districts
The RS Districts are established to provide for orderly suburban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the suburban neighborhood. Multifamily development is permitted in areas designated RS-M, which should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Living Area: 2,001
Above Grade Finished Area: 1497.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 504.0
Levels: Two
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Land Information
Vegetation: Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.79
Lot Size Area: 0.79
Lot Size Square Feet: 34412.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 3107.25
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Hillandale
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Carrington
High School: Durham - Riverside
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: From 15-501 &, take exit 108-D toward US 70,Hillsborough Rd. Left on Hillsborough. Turn Right at Cole Mill Rd. Stay left, go under the overpass 85 and 70, continue for 1.9 miles and home will be on the left just past the Exxon Gas Station
Latitude: 36.044654
Longitude: -78.966226
Postal Code: 27712
Road Frontage Type: City Street, County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,060
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Durham County
APN: 176097
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Main Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-10-14
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-06-21T19:25:45Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-06-05T16:07:08Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-07-02T01:15:50Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 395000.0
Around this home
Schools
Hillandale Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
3/10
George L Carrington Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
Riverside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27712
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$456,000 – $552,000
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