Welcome to this historic and charming, southern farmhouse with over 3 acres of gorgeous grounds. Swim all year round in the warm, pollen free, indoor swimming pool within the heated and cooled pool house with its own full bath. Relax after your swim in the screened in porch, great for entertaining, napping or dining. Bond with your family & friends playing frisbee golf and corn hole on the expansive lawn, or setting a picnic, flying kites, or coming out at night for the amazing dark sky star gazing. The fabulous barn on the property has so much potential and the property is zoned for horses. NO HOA! Originally built in 1873, this home has undergone a high end restoration that embraces its history while adding modern life amenities like gig internet, a chef's kitchen, nest thermostats, new dual zone HVAC, a whole house surge protector, a Generac generator and a water softener/filtration system. New dishwasher & washer/dryer, electronic locks, two ring video/audio doorbells, natural gas line and a tankless water heater. Every detail is exquisite; custom moldings, solid interior doors, stained glass & black walnut floors. The primary suite has an elegant bath with a clawfoot tub, a wonderful dressing area and an extra room for a nursery or office. Enjoy the convenience of an additional bedroom and full bath on the main level. Upstairs you will find 2 more large bedrooms with a shared full bath. The kitchen opens up to the family room, ideal for entertaining and spending time with family. There is a large laundry/pantry room right off the kitchen plus a cozy sun porch. Idyllic country living with organic fruit and nut trees that attract birds, squirrels, deer, and bunnies, situated mid way between the vibrant communities of historic Hillsborough and the Duke campus area in Durham, NC, just 11 minutes to either destination and a stones throw to Chapel Hill. Cabe Ford Road ends at the Eno River State Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
1873Year Built
3.14 acresLot Size
$474Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Taralyn Farrell• Coldwell Banker Advantage
Bought with DONNA DELONG Delong• Frank Ward, REALTORS
You MUST View 3D Matterport tour 1st! This historic farmhouse and its gorgeous grounds are fully upgraded for luxurious living. Your master suite includes office, fireplace, WIC & elegant bath w/ clawfoot tub. Every detail is exquisite: custom moldings, stained glass, black walnut floors. Gourmet kitchen, romantic porch, sunny workout room. Swim year-round: heated pool house has its own bath & screened patio. Plus a barn & 3 acres zoned for horses. Enjoy idyllic country living just 15 mins from downtown!
TMLS #2055167
May 24, 2016
Sold
$680,000
$239/sq ft
May 7, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2016
Contingent
—
Mar 16, 2016
Listed
$699,000
$246/sq ft
+20
The best of both worlds! Charming farm house with fabulous up-to-date finishes. Great location not too far from shopping and work, but has a wonderful country feel. House totally redone in 2007. Amazing wood work detail. First floor master suite with wonderful dressing and bathroom area. Upstairs bedrooms large and private. Huge front porch. Great screen porch. Indoor lap pool. Fabulous old barn. Serene and peaceful. Cabe Ford ends at Eno River State Park.
Public Records
May 13, 2008
Sold
$670,000
$236/sq ft
TMLS #977340
May 13, 2008
Listing Removed
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May 12, 2008
Sold
$670,000
$236/sq ft
Jan 14, 2008
Listed
$675,000
$238/sq ft
TMLS #940548
Dec 26, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 25, 2007
Listed
$664,900
$234/sq ft
TMLS #715370
Oct 20, 2004
Sold
$120,500
$42/sq ft
Sep 16, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Oct 30, 2003
Listed
$130,321
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 21, 1990
Sold
$55,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,671 (+6.1%)
$234,400 + $941,900
$1,176,300
2024
$8,171 (+4.9%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2023
$7,786 (+0.4%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2022
$7,752 (+2.4%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2021
$7,568 (+13.2%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2020
$6,687
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2019
$6,687 (+2.0%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2018
$6,558 (+2.5%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2017
$6,400 (−16.3%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2016
$7,646
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2015
$7,646 (+0.3%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2014
$7,626 (+2.1%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2013
$7,470 (+34.3%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2010
$5,561
$92,162 + $505,518
$597,680
Tax history for 5612 Cabe Ford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,671 (+6.1%)
$234,400 + $941,900
$1,176,300
2024
$8,171 (+4.9%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2023
$7,786 (+0.4%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2022
$7,752 (+2.4%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2021
$7,568 (+13.2%)
$73,900 + $743,500
$817,400
2020
$6,687
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2019
$6,687 (+2.0%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2018
$6,558 (+2.5%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2017
$6,400 (−16.3%)
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2016
$7,646
$73,900 + $604,500
$678,400
2015
$7,646 (+0.3%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2014
$7,626 (+2.1%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2013
$7,470 (+34.3%)
$92,162 + $694,972
$787,134
2010
$5,561
$92,162 + $505,518
$597,680
*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
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.14 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,760
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9894938492
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
AR
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the Agricultural Residential (AR) District is to assist in the preservation of land suitable, as a result of location, existing farming operations, soils and topography, for agricultural, silvicultural or horticultural uses and to protect such uses from the adverse effects of incompatible land uses.
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Residential simple trade
Gas
Generator
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.
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Fireplaces Total: 3
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2842.0
Structure Type: House, Mixed Use
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch