Not In A Subdivision Homes with Durham - Northern High High School

Welcome to a slice of tranquility in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, where you can find your dream home in a serene setting "Not In A Subdivision." This unique area offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of traditional neighborhoods, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of nature while still being conveniently located near the vibrant city life that Durham has to offer.

Nestled in Durham County, this enchanting locale is perfect for those who appreciate spacious lots and the freedom to design their own outdoor oasis. Here, you will find an array of charming homes that reflect the character and diversity of the community, with plenty of room for gardens, recreational areas, or even a workshop. The absence of restrictive subdivision rules means you can truly make your property your own.

Families will also appreciate the proximity to Durham - Northern High School, known for its commitment to academic excellence and a well-rounded education. With a strong focus on fostering student growth, this school is a cornerstone of the community, making it an ideal choice for families seeking quality education for their children.

In addition to excellent schooling, the area boasts easy access to local parks, shopping, and dining options, ensuring that you have everything you need right at your fingertips. Embrace the charm of living "Not In A Subdivision," where your home can be a true reflection of your lifestyle, and discover the perfect balance between peaceful living and urban convenience in Durham, NC.

Newest Not In A Subdivision Homes with Durham - Northern High High School

$449,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10191138 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to the perfect blend of modern updates, country charm, and endless possibilities! Situated on 1.24 private acres just outside the Durham city limits, this beautifully renovated ranch offers over 2,300 square feet of flexible living space with room to grow. Inside, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, two updated bathrooms, a large dining room perfect for entertaining, a dedicated home office, and an oversized flex room that can easily serve as a media room, playroom, gym, or additional living area. The cozy fireplace creates the perfect gathering space, while the thoughtful updates throughout make this home truly move in ready. Step outside and enjoy the peaceful setting from the welcoming front porch complete with a porch swing or relax on the back deck overlooking the fenced backyard. With over an acre of land, you'll have plenty of space for gardening, pets, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying the privacy that comes with country living. Looking for even more room? Have the unique opportunity to purchase the adjacent half acre lot, creating nearly 1.75 acres of property perfect for additional privacy, a detached garage or workshop, recreational space, ADU or future possibilities. Located just minutes from downtown Durham, Duke, shopping, dining, and major highways, this home offers the best of both worlds. Peaceful living with convenient access to everything the Triangle has to offer. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with acreage and the option to expand your property even further!

603 Snow Hill Rd, Durham

$465,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190671 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Sensible on Shaftsbury! Tremendous opportunity for investment or generational living in this stately home with attached In-Law apartment. Main home consists of 3BR, 2BA, spacious living room, separate dining and multi-faceted flex space. The in-law suite boasts 1BR and 1BA with an open concept living/dining area. A little rough around the edges, this home is move in ready while waiting on a gentle refresh. Private, fenced backyard is perfect for outdoor entertainment! New roof and deck in 2023! In-law suite recently painted and new carpet & vinyl installed. Easy access to Downtown, 9th St. and Duke & VA Hospitals. Convenient to shops and grocery stores! Rare find! Home is being sold "as is".

3308 Shaftsbury St, Durham

$125,000

10190465 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Family Estate type sale. Nice wooded vacant lot in N. Durham area, located in established neighborhood. Convenient location to schools, shopping, Duke Regional Hospital and more. Located close proximity to new shopping center with grocery store. This is a nice wooded lot if you're looking for one. Call for information, maps, easement, etc. Please note: There will be additional cost to the Buyer for City of Durham water and City sewer services, connection fees, impact fees, meter, capital facility fees, water and sewer service, etc. NOTE: There is City of Durham sewer easement across a portion of the rear of this lot, see all maps and information from Durham Planning- Engineering. Buyer needs to do their own due diligence and research. Buyer to get their own survey if they want one. Survey attached is for information only. Size of lot is approximate. Original neighborhood restrictions in documents. Schools as per Durham Public Schools student assignment. If Schools are important see school website. All subject to change. Lot sold as it is. Marvin Bobbitt, 919-614-0042

5026 Green Oak Dr, Durham

$80,000

10188269 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

2507 Dearborn Drive is a 0.28-acre (~12,197 sq. ft.) unimproved residential flag lot located in North Durham (27704). It sits directly behind the fronting homes on Dearborn Drive, accessed via a dedicated 20-foot wide driveway stem. This lot can have a SFR or Duplex as well as an ADU. RU-5 (Residential Urban - 5) 2507 and 2509 will need an easement for a shared driveway due to fire hydrant at the road of 2509 Dearborn. Lots to be sold together. Total price is $200,000. See #10188270

2507 Dearborn Dr, Durham

$80,000

10188270 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

2509 Dearborn Drive is a 0.21-acre (~9,148 sq. ft.) unimproved residential flag lot located in North Durham (27704). It sits directly behind the fronting homes on Dearborn Drive, accessed will need to be a shared driveway stem due to fire hydrant at the road. This lot can have a SFR or Duplex as well as an ADU. RU-5 (Residential Urban - 5) 2507 and 2509 will need an easement for a shared driveway due to fire hydrant at the road. Lots to be sold together. Total price is $200,000. See listing #10188269

2509 Dearborn Dr, Durham

$1,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 10187842 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Build your custom estate on 1.58 acres at 1205 Terry Road in Durham. Work with Canterbury's architect and design team to create a home that fits your vision. Canterbury is currently proposing an approximately 4,162 square-foot home with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a three-car garage, a main-level primary suite, vaulted great room, chef's kitchen and screened rear porch. The spacious homesite also offers room for a future custom pool. Enjoy a private setting near the Eno River with no HOA, no city taxes and convenient access to Durham. Final plans, specifications, pricing and construction timeline are subject to buyer selections, permitting and builder approval.

1205 Terry Rd, Durham

$175,000

10187835 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Build your custom estate on 1.58 acres at 1205 Terry Road in Durham. Bring your own builder or you can work with Canterbury's architect and design team to create a home that fits your vision. Canterbury is currently proposing an approximately 4,162 square-foot home with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a three-car garage, a main-level primary suite, vaulted great room, chef's kitchen and screened rear porch. The spacious homesite also offers room for a future custom pool. Enjoy a private setting near the Eno River with no HOA, no city taxes and convenient access to Durham. Final plans, specifications, pricing and construction timeline are subject to buyer selections, permitting and builder approval.

1205 Terry Rd, Durham

$3,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10187661 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Set upon on a hilltop along a designated NC scenic byway, this South Lowell Rd property offers picturesque views of the northern Durham county countryside. The 4BR, 2 1/2 bath brick ranch home is surrounded by 48.5 acres of rolling pasture land and was once a working beef cattle farm. The over 3,000 square foot mid-century modern home offers an open floor plan for everyday family living. An in-ground pool offers a cool, relaxing setting on hot summer days. The east facing, enclosed front porch is perfect for enjoying an early morning sunrise. Also located on the property is a quaint two-story "barndiminium" with comfortable living space within. Zoned Rural Residential, this property offers the rare opportunity for space and privacy. Several outbuildings and two ponds are also located on the former farm. Approximately 20 minutes to downtown Durham and Duke University medical center and approximately 30 minutes to RDU.

8509 S Lowell Rd, Bahama

$239,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10187199 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover a great opportunity in the heart of North Durham! This home is ready to truly blossom into your vision with your addition of fresh paint and new flooring. The kitchen features ample cabinetry and counter space, the bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or family needs. Tucked at the end of the street, this property enjoys added privacy and a spacious yard with room for pets, gardening, grilling, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Convenient to Duke, RTP, downtown Durham, shopping, dining, parks, and I-85, this home offers excellent potential and lasting value. Property is being offered as a short sale, sold as-is, and is subject to third-party approval. Free short sale buyer consultation with Jackson Law prior to seller acceptance of offer. Come take a look!

806 Piper St, Durham

$800,000

10186898 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

23 acres of actively managed pine tree forest and PUV in Bahama, an incredible soil analysis report, and current zoning 3 acres per homesite minimum, gives you tremendous value that hasn't left this family in at least 5 generations. 300' of road frontage gives good road front access to create your next homesites or a family estate. This is beautiful flat land that has been thinned this spring, so it is walkable. The pines to the left of 3308 Bahama Road is where this begins - come see the potential!

00 Bahama Rd, Rougemont

$275,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10186760 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Peaceful Ranch Retreat on Over an Acre! Trade the hustle and bustle for wide-open sky and total tranquility! This well-maintained, all-brick ranch offers timeless durability and low-maintenance living on a private 1.06-acre lot just outside historic Hillsborough. With 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and easy single-level living, it's a smart, comfortable fit for downsizing or aging in place. Accessibility was clearly a priority, a wheelchair ramp welcomes you home, and a bathroom features a folding shower bench and grab rails that offer extra security. Step outside and breathe deep, mature trees, open space, and quiet country air create a true retreat feel. A spacious shed adds fantastic bonus storage for tools, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy easy access to Hillsborough's charming downtown for boutique shopping, local dining, and the scenic Eno River trails, plus nearby grocery options including Food Lion and Harris Teeter for effortless errands. Duke, Durham, and Chapel Hill are all a quick drive away for medical care, entertainment, and more. This is small-town peace with big-city access, solid, brick-built, and move-in ready. Come see it for yourself!

3907 Bivins Rd, Hillsborough

$412,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10186632 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Over 1 Half Acre Alert!! Talk about Southern Charm! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch with no HOA, perfectly situated on a flat, private half-acre lot in a Blossoming North Durham location just off Highway 15-501. Enjoy peaceful country-style living with city conveniences only minutes away! Step inside to an inviting layout where the kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area, den and family room. This layout is perfect for entertaining or cozy nights by the fireplace. The kitchen features new ample cabinet space and easy access to the back deck for outdoor dining. The primary suite is spacious and boast a private bath. Outside, you'll love the expansive yard, complete with a huge well built storage shed, and a relaxing deck overlooking the property. A charming rocking chair front porch adds even more Southern curb appeal. With no HOA, plenty of room to spread out, and quick access to shopping, dining, and downtown Durham, this home blends comfort, privacy, and convenience in one perfect package. Minutes away from everything! 15-501 is only a minute away.

1402 Snow Hill Rd, Durham

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