Move-in ready and beautifully updated, this 2,050 square-foot, 3BR/2.5BA home offers a flexible layout, quality finishes, and major system upgrades in the highly desirable Audubon Park neighborhood. The main level features 9' smooth ceilings, solid hardwood floors (3/4'' red oak), gas fireplace, and an open floor plan with easy sight lines between the kitchen and main living area--ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen includes custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The second level has Berber carpet, three large bedrooms, a spacious bonus room, and two well-appointed bathrooms with tile flooring and stone countertops. Outdoor living includes a front porch, back deck, and a level, fully-fenced backyard with professionally installed drainage system and mature trees (including a stunning River Birch). Major system upgrades include energy-efficient, double-hung windows (Okna 800 Series), two new (i. e. , 2022) air conditioning systems (including new ductwork), gas water heater (2024), and a 30-year architectural shingle roof (2014). Living in Audubon Park you can enjoy being in a walkable neighborhood with sidewalks, swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, and low HOA dues (just $124/quarter). The home is convenient to downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, RTP, and the American Tobacco Trail. Call now to arrange a private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$261Price/Sq.Ft.
$41/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Jenkins• Long & Foster Real Estate INC
Est. $2,553 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5812 Rustic Wood Ln
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10168514
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$536,000
$261/sq ft
May 24, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Listed
$499,000
$243/sq ft
TMLS #1930274
May 13, 2014
Sold
$225,000
$110/sq ft
Apr 17, 2014
Pending
—
Mar 8, 2014
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2014
Listed
$225,000
$110/sq ft
+14
Immaculate and fully updated transitional home in prime Durham location. Refinished hardwoods. New carpet. 9 ft ceilings. Formal living and dining rm. Family rm offers gas log fp. Bright & open kitchen w/ granite tops, new s/s appliances & tile b-splash. Large master includes double trey ceiling, w-pool w/ sep shower + WIC. Spacious bonus. Large, private backyard. Oversized deck.
TMLS #1899294
Nov 12, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 10, 2013
Price Changed
$229,900
$112/sq ft
Jul 2, 2013
Listed
$239,900
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 14, 2003
Sold
$197,500
$96/sq ft
TMLS #669189
Mar 14, 2003
Sold
$197,265
$96/sq ft
Feb 13, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Dec 31, 2002
Listed
$200,000
$98/sq ft
TMLS #454900
Sep 9, 1997
Listed
$169,913
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,614 (+21.2%)
$125,000 + $340,426
$465,426
2024
$3,808 (+6.5%)
$125,000 + $340,426
$465,426
2023
$3,576 (+2.3%)
$62,350 + $210,636
$272,986
2022
$3,494 (+0.5%)
$62,350 + $210,636
$272,986
2021
$3,478 (+2.4%)
$62,350 + $210,636
$272,986
2020
$3,396
$62,350 + $210,636
$272,986
2019
$3,396 (+5.7%)
$62,350 + $210,636
$272,986
2018
$3,214 (+0.7%)
$37,410 + $199,505
$236,915
2017
$3,190 (+3.5%)
$37,410 + $199,505
$236,915
2016
$3,082 (−3.7%)
$37,410 + $199,505
$236,915
2014
$3,201 (+3.2%)
$42,468 + $188,777
$231,245
2013
$3,103 (+2.3%)
$42,468 + $188,777
$231,245
2012
$3,034 (+0.7%)
$42,468 + $188,777
$231,245
2011
$3,014
$42,468 + $188,777
$231,245
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,972
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
151375
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
PDR
F/J-B
Planned Development Residential District
The PDR District is established to allow for design flexibility in residential development. The district is intended to encourage efficient use of the land and public services and to promote high quality design that will provide a variety of dwelling types as well as adequate support services and open space for the residents of the development. The district regulations are intended to allow innovative development that is integrated with proposed adjacent uses and compatible with existing patterns of development.; Planned districts shall be established to allow for design flexibility and to encourage efficient use of land and public services and high quality design. These regulations are intended to allow innovative development that is integrated with proposed adjacent uses and compatible with existing patterns of nearby development.
Zone overlays
Watershed Protection Overlay - Falls/Jordan District B
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Interior Features: Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower, Whirlpool Tub
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Masonite
Building Area Total: 2050.0
Builder Name: R W Lee Homes
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath
Property information
Living Area: 2,050
Above Grade Finished Area: 2050.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Lot Size Area: 0.25
Lot Size Square Feet: 10890.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: PDR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4613.77
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air, Dual
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Name: Audubon Park HOA
Association Amenities: Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Association Fee: 124.0
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Storm Water Maintenance
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Highway 55 to Sedwick Rd, left on Solitude Way, left on Whisperwood Dr, right on Rustic Wood Ln. Note: The City of Durham is currently repaving the streets in Audubon Park so, if you visit Monday-Friday, please park in the driveway, not on the street. Thank you!
Latitude: 35.88225
Longitude: -78.902837
Postal Code: 27713
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,972
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 151375
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-06-24
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-05-20T20:26:07Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-05-20T17:08:21Z
Around this home
Schools
Parkwood Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Lowe's Grove Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
2/10
Hillside High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
2/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° 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 • 27713
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Durham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$511,000 – $618,000
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