The charm of the countryside, just minutes from Durham and Chapel Hill. This well-loved, 1950's ranch sits on an acre of land, perched high on a ridge and set back from the road. A long, semi-circular driveway welcomes you home. Inside, natural light pours into the living room and east-facing sunroom, currently the sunniest office imaginable. Cooks will appreciate the attention to details in the updated kitchen. The owner's bedroom features an en suite bathroom and French doors which open onto a new deck overlooking the large backyard. The second, beautifully paneled bedroom is currently used as an office. The spacious lower level offers flexible living, with a large family room/den and workout space, plus generous amounts of storage. A third bedroom with a full bathroom makes an ideal guest suite. The one-car garage is perfect for hobbyists and gardeners. Recent updates include recessed lighting and light fixtures, new hardware, new window blinds, a remodeled bathroom, new roof, new dishwasher, new hot water heater, new deck, and more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
1.05 acresLot Size
$314Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Herst• Urban Durham Realty
Bought with Patricia Owen• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Must see! Beautiful mid-century ranch style house. Located just outside city-limits, so lower taxes means a lower monthly payment for you! Conveniently located 5 minutes from Duke/ 10 minutes from Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. Home sits on an acre of land. Set far back from Erwin Rd with a 1/3rd acre front yard and long circular drive. Stainless steel counter tops, beautiful sunroom, large picture window in living room with lots of natural light, enormous master suite, and spacious renovated basement.
TMLS #1782820
Aug 26, 2011
Sold
$212,000
$83/sq ft
Aug 22, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 6, 2011
Listed
$219,000
$86/sq ft
+8
House in the country yet 5 minutes to Duke!? Awesome, spacious updated ranch on 1 acre. W. Durham neighborhood, close to Lochnora. House has been lovingly restored and updated!Hardwoods, stainless steel appliances, master bedroom with gorgeous bathroom. Lower level makes great inlaw suite/apartment. 1 minute to Hollow Rock Swim & Tennis or New Hope Creek!
TMLS #797889
Sep 15, 2005
Sold
$148,000
$58/sq ft
May 14, 2005
Listing Removed
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Apr 19, 2005
Listed
$159,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,205 (−27.2%)
$203,683 + $197,277
$400,960
2024
$3,030 (+5.7%)
$203,683 + $197,277
$400,960
2023
$2,866 (+4.2%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2022
$2,750 (+8.4%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2021
$2,537 (+1.3%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2020
$2,505
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2019
$2,505 (+25.3%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2018
$2,000 (+1.2%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2017
$1,977 (+3.3%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2016
$1,913 (+28.4%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2014
$1,490 (+2.7%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2013
$1,451 (+4.2%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2012
$1,393 (−0.2%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2011
$1,395
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
Tax history for 4605 Erwin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,205 (−27.2%)
$203,683 + $197,277
$400,960
2024
$3,030 (+5.7%)
$203,683 + $197,277
$400,960
2023
$2,866 (+4.2%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2022
$2,750 (+8.4%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2021
$2,537 (+1.3%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2020
$2,505
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2019
$2,505 (+25.3%)
$90,480 + $227,493
$317,973
2018
$2,000 (+1.2%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2017
$1,977 (+3.3%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2016
$1,913 (+28.4%)
$71,428 + $159,676
$231,104
2014
$1,490 (+2.7%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2013
$1,451 (+4.2%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2012
$1,393 (−0.2%)
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
2011
$1,395
$33,430 + $133,562
$166,992
*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
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,207
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
137815
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-20
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. The RS Districts are used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as the Suburban Tier and within Rural Villages (as designated in the Comprehensive Plan) within the Rural Tier.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Oct 16, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Install gas piping and fuel lines for a generator.
Gas
Generator
Oct 14, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Gas
Generator
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