Tucked into Durham's established Penrith neighborhood, this charming home sits on nearly half an acre -- the kind of backyard that invites weekend gardening projects, backyard BBQs with friends, and maybe even a few chickens roaming the coop. With cottage-inspired character and thoughtful updates throughout, 5410 Middleton Road blends warmth, function, and everyday livability in all the right ways. Inside, the flexible floorplan adapts beautifully to the way you live. A formal dining room can easily become the perfect home office, reading room, or play space, while the spacious family room centers around a classic brick fireplace for cozy evenings at home. The kitchen has been refreshed with brand new quartz countertops and updated appliances, opening to a sunny breakfast nook that feels made for slow mornings with coffee and natural light pouring in. Just beyond the living room, step out onto the back deck overlooking the expansive yard -- ready for summer cookouts, raised garden beds, and evenings under the stars. A laundry room and convenient half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full baths, including a spacious primary suite featuring built-in bookshelves, a walk-in closet, and an en suite bath that adds both comfort and character. Updated lighting, fresh paint, new flooring, inviting spaces, and cozy vibes give this home a personality that feels both timeless and welcoming. All of this in a location that keeps you centrally connected to everything the Triangle has to offer -- minutes to RTP, I-40, and convenient to Downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$226Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dylan Childrey• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Listed by Sara Weatherholtz• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Bought with Kelsey Kearney• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Durham
Est. $2,265 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5410 Middleton Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10167328
Jun 23, 2026
Sold
$395,000
$226/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Pending
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$395,000
$226/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 2003
Sold
$162,000
$93/sq ft
TMLS #671458
Jun 27, 2003
Sold
$161,600
$92/sq ft
Jun 27, 2003
Sold
$161,600
$92/sq ft
Jan 15, 2003
Listed
$163,500
$93/sq ft
Jan 15, 2003
Listed
$163,500
$93/sq ft
2 stry trad. home on ~. 5aclot great for gardening. HW flrs grace the formal DR, Kit. (lots of counter/cab. space)Brick hearth FP adds coziness to spacious FR. MBR has lg w/ in closet. Great fam. n'hood. Conv. to RTP. Move & enjoy hot tub this spring.
Public Records
May 30, 1997
Sold
$127,500
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,193 (+33.6%)
$105,420 + $317,521
$422,941
2024
$3,137 (+6.5%)
$105,420 + $317,521
$422,941
2023
$2,946 (+2.3%)
$52,612 + $172,288
$224,900
2022
$2,879 (+0.5%)
$52,612 + $172,288
$224,900
2021
$2,865 (+2.4%)
$52,612 + $172,288
$224,900
2020
$2,798
$52,612 + $172,288
$224,900
2019
$2,798 (+12.6%)
$52,612 + $172,288
$224,900
2018
$2,485 (+0.7%)
$42,090 + $141,100
$183,190
2017
$2,467 (+3.5%)
$42,090 + $141,100
$183,190
2016
$2,383 (−7.6%)
$42,090 + $141,100
$183,190
2014
$2,580 (+3.1%)
$34,216 + $152,226
$186,442
2013
$2,502 (+2.3%)
$34,216 + $152,226
$186,442
2012
$2,446 (+0.7%)
$34,216 + $152,226
$186,442
2011
$2,430
$34,216 + $152,226
$186,442
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,716
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
155298
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-10
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
Mar 3, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Install a gas package unit including one central air conditioning unit and one furnace.
Electrical
HVAC
Mar 3, 2014 • Final
Mechanical
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Living Area: 1,751.25
Above Grade Finished Area: 1751.25
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.4
Lot Size Area: 0.4
Lot Size Square Feet: 17424.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-10
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4192.61
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Gas Pack
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Gas Pack
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Turn left onto NC-55 E/S Alston Ave. Continue to follow NC-55 E, turn right onto Odyssey Dr, turn left onto Penrith Dr, turn right onto Middleton Rd. The home will be on the left.
Latitude: 35.924804
Longitude: -78.902734
Postal Code: 27713
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,716
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 155298
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026