CHARMING MINI FARM NEAR THE ENO RIVER. Discover the charm of country living on this sweet, meticulously cared-for mini farm near the Eno River State Park at the Few Ford access. This special property offers four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and numerous updates. Please see the MLS documents for a complete list of improvements. Enjoy peaceful, serene outdoor spaces featuring wonderful flower and vegetable gardens, where butterflies and birds happily make their home. A chicken coop and dog run add to the property's mini-farm appeal, while a scenic rustic barn, sold as-is, provides valuable extra storage. The oversized one-and-a-half garage and workshop offer plenty of room for projects, hobbies and equipment. An attached unheated finished area presents an opportunity to create additional first-floor flex space with just a little upgrading. Nature lovers will appreciate the Eno State Park which extends through the area directly across the street. Conveniently located with easy access to Duke University and quaint Hillsborough, this property offers a wonderful blend of rural tranquility and accessibility. Come take a look at this truly special property and imagine the possibilities!
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
2.34 acresLot Size
$285Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Anna Fadel• Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
Listed by Laurie Hutchings• Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
Est. $2,870 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5909 Cole Mill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10193162
Oct 29, 2026
Sold
$665,000
$285/sq ft
Sep 26, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 24, 2026
Listed
$655,000
$280/sq ft
Sep 17, 2026
Coming Soon
$655,000
$280/sq ft
TMLS #551254
Dec 11, 2023
Price Changed
$188,500
$81/sq ft
Jun 15, 2000
Sold
$180,905
$77/sq ft
Jun 15, 2000
Sold
$180,905
$77/sq ft
Jun 15, 2000
Price Changed
$249,900
$107/sq ft
Apr 24, 2000
Listed
$188,500
$81/sq ft
NICELY UPDATED HOME ON 2.3 ACRES NEAR ENO PARKLANDS. KITCHEN REMODELED IN '91, SUNNY BREAKFAST ROOM OPENS TO MULTILEVEL DECK. FR W/ BRICK FIREPLACE, BUILTINS. FORMAL LIVING/DINING ROOM COMINBATION. LG MBR HAS WIC, DRESSING VANITY. THE 490 OTHER SF IS SEPARATE STUDIO OR GUEST SUITE W/ FULL BATH, EBB HEAT. LOW MAINTENANCE VINYL SIDING.
Public Records
Jun 15, 2000
Sold
$186,500
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,546 (+38.5%)
$193,400 + $321,400
$514,800
2024
$2,560 (+4.6%)
$60,000 + $231,500
$291,500
2023
$2,447 (+0.5%)
$60,000 + $231,500
$291,500
2022
$2,436 (+2.3%)
$59,900 + $231,500
$291,400
2021
$2,381 (+0.5%)
$59,900 + $231,500
$291,400
2020
$2,369
$59,900 + $215,900
$275,800
2019
$2,369 (+70.3%)
$59,900 + $215,900
$275,800
2018
$1,391 (−10.3%)
$59,900 + $215,900
$275,800
2017
$1,551 (−30.2%)
$59,900 + $215,900
$275,800
2016
$2,221
$59,900 + $215,900
$275,800
2015
$2,221 (+0.9%)
$66,785 + $198,934
$265,719
2014
$2,201 (+2.0%)
$66,785 + $198,934
$265,719
2013
$2,157 (+2.2%)
$66,785 + $198,934
$265,719
2011
$2,111 (+0.5%)
$66,785 + $198,934
$265,719
2010
$2,101
$66,785 + $198,934
$265,719
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.34 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
2,826
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9894976242
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.
Aug 14, 2026 • Final
Residential simple trade
Replace the upstairs heat pump and air handler located in the attic.
Replace the upstairs heat pump and air handler located in the attic.
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
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage, Open
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Free-Standing Freezer, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Softener