Elegant home on over half an acre built in 1981 by premier contractor Rodney Ward. Hardwoods throughout first and second floors. 3 masonry fireplaces, one in MBR! Traditional details include extensive millwork, bookcases with base storage, glass front cabinetry with display lighting. Exceptional space for entertaining includes large formal living room with fireplace, sunroom with brick floor which extends to enclosed porch with brick floor as well as a spacious formal dining room. Beautiful slate terraces & built-in grill invite guests to enjoy the outdoors. A private cozy library with fireplace is to the left of the gracious entrance hall and circles back to the living room. The ensuite primary BR w/ fireplace, 2 skylights, built-in cupboard and walk-in closet is on the 2nd floor. Three additional BRs and a large bath with double vanity & separate wet area are just down the hall. Don't miss the pull down attic leading to a cedar lined closet for off season storage. Lower level has updated LVP flooring, a wall of built-in cabinets for crafts, games or home office. Perfect location for workout equipment and/or a rainy day playroom! Enormous mud/laundry room leads to the garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$275Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Peak• Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
Bought with Carrie Hennessey• Property Specific, LLC
Elegant Williamsburg Traditional built by Rodney Ward & only two blocks from HVCC. Beautifully appointed with heavy moldings, bookcases, panel detail in library, lighted display cabinetry. Site finished oak floors on main and second level. 3 masonry FPs. Handsome mantels. Sunroom with wet bar and brick floor opens to the glass porch with brick floor. Four very large bedrooms upstairs. Lower level bonus space with storage/cabinetry, full bath plus an office, huge laundry and workbench. Curved stone retaining wall, expansive terraces and deck highlight the private backyard with gorgeous waterfall, hot tub and built in grill. The elevated lot showcases this home with its lovely circular drive, brick sidewalks and wrought iron railings. Classic plantings and mature trees frame the house. The property includes the land to the right with additional parking.
TMLS #677708
Nov 29, 2023
Price Changed
$265,000
$55/sq ft
Mar 18, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 31, 2003
Price Changed
$925,000
$192/sq ft
Feb 27, 2003
Listed
$925,000
$192/sq ft
TMLS #653522
Mar 18, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2002
Listed
$750,000
$156/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 2004
Sold
$865,000
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,261 (+22.0%)
$385,000 + $750,943
$1,135,943
2024
$9,233 (−2.6%)
$385,000 + $750,943
$1,135,943
2023
$9,481 (+2.3%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2022
$9,264 (+0.5%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2021
$9,221 (+2.4%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2020
$9,003
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2019
$9,003 (−1.3%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2018
$9,124 (+0.7%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2017
$9,057 (+3.5%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2016
$8,751 (−23.0%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2014
$11,358 (+3.2%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2013
$11,011 (+2.3%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2012
$10,765 (+0.7%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2011
$10,695
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
Tax history for 3608 Dover Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,261 (+22.0%)
$385,000 + $750,943
$1,135,943
2024
$9,233 (−2.6%)
$385,000 + $750,943
$1,135,943
2023
$9,481 (+2.3%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2022
$9,264 (+0.5%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2021
$9,221 (+2.4%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2020
$9,003
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2019
$9,003 (−1.3%)
$197,900 + $525,907
$723,807
2018
$9,124 (+0.7%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2017
$9,057 (+3.5%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2016
$8,751 (−23.0%)
$123,687 + $548,943
$672,630
2014
$11,358 (+3.2%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2013
$11,011 (+2.3%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2012
$10,765 (+0.7%)
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
2011
$10,695
$166,729 + $653,821
$820,550
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,165
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
236866
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-10
-H
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.
Zone overlays
Historic Districts Overlay
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Feb 12, 2026 • Final
Building
Kitchen
Remodel
Feb 6, 2026 • Final
Plumbing
Remodel a kitchen by removing a wall and replacing windows. Update the cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Install or update plumbing fixtures including water closets, lavatories, sinks, and dishwashers.
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Zoned
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Hope Valley
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Hope Valley Road to Dover, past HVCC. House will be on the left. OR, Old Chapel Hill Road to Dover at white gates, cross Surrey Road. House will be on the right.
Latitude: 35.950158
Longitude: -78.954489
Postal Code: 27707
Road Frontage Type: City Street, Other
Road Surface Type: Paved
Community Information
Community Features: Golf
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,165
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 236866
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
In Basement, Laundry Room
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2024-03-01
Documents Change Timestamp: 2023-12-01T17:31:16Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2023-12-05T16:00:35Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2024-01-22T16:33:33Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 1175000.0
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Schools
Sherwood Githens Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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