Big Spaces, Bold Light, and Backyard Forest Magic in American Village! Tucked away in the ever-popular Colony at American Village, this gem is only 3 miles to Duke, 6 to downtown Durham, and a stone's throw from everywhere you want to be — RTP, RDU, and beyond. But let's talk about what makes this home really special. .. Step inside to a soaring family room with a two-story wall of windows that brings the forest right into your living space. A gas-log fireplace, built-in bookcases, rich hardwood floors, and an open, flowing layout make this home feel both cozy and grand. The main-level primary suite? It's oversized, filled with light, and has its own door to the secluded back deck — morning coffee goals, achieved. Need space? You've got it: 4 bedrooms. Home office with built-ins. Big kitchen with island, breakfast nook and formal dining room. Bonus room with skylights and wood floors. Conditioned storage closet AND walk-in attic storage! Outside is just as dreamy: a screened porch, spacious deck, and a secluded backyard that backs right up to Duke Forest — meaning acres of trees, trails, and wildlife are literally your neighbors. Bonus points for the updates: New roof (2019). Two new HVAC systems (2021 & 2024). Sealed crawlspace w/ dehumidifier. Irrigation system. Water heater (2019). Oh — and yes, there's a 2-car garage, too. This is the one with the space, the light, the layout, and the lifestyle. You just have to see it.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$230Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Thomas Kortus• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Bought with Sam Poole• Nest Realty of the Triangle
*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
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,364
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
200265
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Nov 20, 2018 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a gas package unit. Replace or convert the heating and cooling system.
HVAC
Sep 12, 2012 • Final
Electrical
Install a central air conditioning system in the attic of a residential building.
Electrical
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Front
Parking Total: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Interior Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
Heating Information: Central, Forced Air, Gas Pack
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air, Dual, Gas, Gas Pack, Zoned
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Name: Colony at American Village HOA
Association Fee: 26.4
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Forest View
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden
High School: Durham - Riverside
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Take Morreene Rd Exit off 15-501 and travel West. Travel almost all the way to the railroad tracks and turn Left on American Drive. Turn Right on Cumberland. Left on Sycamore Shoals Rd and Right on Moores Creek Road. House will be on your left
Latitude: 36.023394
Longitude: -78.976563
Postal Code: 27705
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,364
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 200265
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-08-07
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-06-18T11:00:29Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-06-19T07:15:07Z
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Forest View Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
Brogden Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
Riverside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° 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 • 27705
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$760,000 – $920,000
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