Absolutely one of a kind custom built home with $85,000 in recent renovations on a private 2.64 acre lot! Dome (geodesic) construction with a modernistic design! A pleasantly unforgettable home! Stunning kitchen & master bath. Soaring dome ceilings. Monstrous deck and private screen porch / cabana. Such fun character! Partially finished basement w/ load of potential for workshop, home gym, studio. Priced @ appraised value (attached). See agent only. AMAZING!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
2.64 acresLot Size
$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jordan Lee• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Bought with Cory Sherman• Lifstyl Real Estate Raleigh
This geodesic, modernist style house is located on a private lot off of Cole Mill Road in Durham. The house has an open floor plan and two bedrooms on the main floor. The master is on the second floor and has a renovated bathroom, and the second...
floor has a loft overlooking the living space. The basement has a two car garage, and two additional flex rooms in the back. The lot is mostly wooded, and the house is accessed via a steep gravel road. The property is located by a power lines easement.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Absolutely one of a kind custom built home with $85,000 in recent renovations on a private 2.64 acre lot! Dome (geodesic) construction with a modernistic design! A pleasantly unforgettable home! Stunning kitchen & master bath. Soaring dome ceilings. Monstrous deck and private screen porch / cabana. Such fun character! Partially finished basement w/ load of potential for workshop, home gym, studio. Priced @ appraised value (attached). See agent only. AMAZING!
TMLS #2039045
Jul 29, 2016
Sold
$205,000
$70/sq ft
Jul 29, 2016
Sold
$205,000
$70/sq ft
Apr 29, 2016
Contingent
—
Mar 14, 2016
Price Changed
$205,000
$70/sq ft
Mar 10, 2016
Relisted
—
Feb 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 14, 2016
Price Changed
$220,000
$75/sq ft
Nov 16, 2015
Listed
$240,000
$82/sq ft
Nov 16, 2015
Listed
$205,000
$70/sq ft
+20
Graciously equipped with beauty, peace & tranquility this alluring 2.64 (approx. ) acre lot will draw you away from the normalcy of the world & transpose you to a captivating destination away from the rest. Spend mornings mesmerized as you admire Mother Nature at your private bird sanctuary. Inside enjoy the pleasantries of a large master bedroom that highlights a generous WIC & master bathroom. On the main level, savor the elegance provided by the FP in the living room & the natural light shining through.
TMLS #2014150
Oct 20, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2015
Listed
$270,000
$92/sq ft
TMLS #1968255
Jun 8, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2015
Price Changed
$275,000
$94/sq ft
Feb 23, 2015
Relisted
—
Feb 11, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Sep 26, 2014
Relisted
—
Sep 3, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 2, 2014
Listed
$285,000
$97/sq ft
TMLS #961055
Dec 27, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2007
Listed
$285,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 2001
Sold
$223,000
$76/sq ft
TMLS #585801
Aug 31, 2001
Sold
$222,750
$76/sq ft
Aug 31, 2001
Sold
$222,750
$76/sq ft
Mar 6, 2001
Listed
$229,956
$78/sq ft
Mar 6, 2001
Listed
$229,956
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,635 (+17.9%)
$213,500 + $406,500
$620,000
2024
$3,932 (+4.8%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2023
$3,752 (+0.4%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2022
$3,737 (+2.4%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2021
$3,650 (−0.2%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2020
$3,656 (+28.9%)
$67,800 + $296,500
$364,300
2019
$2,837 (+2.1%)
$67,800 + $296,500
$364,300
2018
$2,778 (+2.5%)
$67,800 + $211,600
$279,400
2017
$2,711 (−6.0%)
$67,800 + $211,600
$279,400
2016
$2,884
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2015
$2,884 (+0.7%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2014
$2,864 (+2.0%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2013
$2,806 (+2.2%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2011
$2,746 (+0.4%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2010
$2,736
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
Tax history for 4722 Cole Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,635 (+17.9%)
$213,500 + $406,500
$620,000
2024
$3,932 (+4.8%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2023
$3,752 (+0.4%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2022
$3,737 (+2.4%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2021
$3,650 (−0.2%)
$67,800 + $318,300
$386,100
2020
$3,656 (+28.9%)
$67,800 + $296,500
$364,300
2019
$2,837 (+2.1%)
$67,800 + $296,500
$364,300
2018
$2,778 (+2.5%)
$67,800 + $211,600
$279,400
2017
$2,711 (−6.0%)
$67,800 + $211,600
$279,400
2016
$2,884
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2015
$2,884 (+0.7%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2014
$2,864 (+2.0%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2013
$2,806 (+2.2%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2011
$2,746 (+0.4%)
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
2010
$2,736
$77,647 + $212,308
$289,955
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.64 Acres
Year renovated
2011
Sq. Ft.
3,025
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
0804422684
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R1
Rural Residential District
The purpose of the Rural Residential (R-1) District is to provide locations for rural non-farm residential development, at very low intensities, in areas where the short and long-term solutions to domestic water supply and sewage disposal shall be individual wells and ground absorption system.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Park & open space
Dec 4, 2025 • Final
Building permit - residential renovation
Remodel the existing basement and garage space into a conditioned recreation area including a pottery room, fitness room, and storage closet. Extend the heating and air conditioning ductwork and update the electrical lighting, switches, and receptacles. Cap off existing plumbing fixtures for future installation.
Remodel the existing basement and garage space into a conditioned recreation area including a pottery room, fitness room, and storage closet. Extend the existing heating and air conditioning ductwork to the conditioned space. Rewire and update electrical lighting, switches, and receptacles, and install a toilet while capping off other bathroom fixtures for a future phase.
Electrical
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Directions: Cole Mill Rd North from Hillsborough Rd or Umstead Rd; once you cross the Orange County Line, look for mailbox 4722 on the right & driveway is on the LEFT. Large sign at start of driveway. Long gravel drive. Very private.
Latitude: 36.06541
Longitude: -78.98523
Postal Code: 27705
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,025
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.64 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Orange County
APN: 0804422684
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
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Main Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2017-12-20
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-18T01:50:08Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2023-09-15T18:33:06Z
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Schools
River Park Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.1mi
9/10
Orange Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
5/10
Orange High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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, 17 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$609,000 – $737,000
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