Classic Elegance. Custom Craftsmanship. A brick circular drive framed by flourishing magnolias is the perfect approach to this beautiful painted brick traditional home on its 1.33 acre with grassy lawn. High ceilings, rich moldings, grand hall entry. Formal living room with masonry fireplace. The perfect dining room for entertaining! Inviting family room with a wealth of book cabinetry and a second masonry fireplace. Sleek all white kitchen with signature Viking appliances for the purest of chefs. Extraordinary terrace sheltered under black and white awning complete with heaters and speakers. Main level spacious owners' suite has excellent closets & pristine new ensuite bath. Upstairs, a second grand owners' suite can easily accommodate a reading area or small study. Prepare to fall in love with its exceptional bath and dressing area. The lovely landing leads to two additional spacious bedrooms sharing a large well planned bath.(10.6x7.1). A delightful surprise awaits on the lower level with a pretty half bath, exercise area, bonus room plus third fireplace. Fine old world quality, well maintained, lovingly enjoyed, delightful decor. Truly a treasure.
For sale
$2,875,000
3712 Darwin Rd, Durham, NC 27707
4beds
5,315sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
1.33 Acres Lot
$2,700,500 Zestimate®
$541/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Second masonry fireplaceHigh ceilingsRich moldingsPainted brick traditional homeGrand hall entry
- 203 days
- 1,027
- 37
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan Peak 919-612-3221,
Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10149154
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 332.05 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.9 x 14.5
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 410.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 26.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 224.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 14.8
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 167.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 11.0
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 179.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 12.4
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 7.0
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 506 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23.0 x 22.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 294.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 19.0
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 23.0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 430.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.6 x 17.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 11.0
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 45.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 5.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 346.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 22.8
Other
- Description: Landing
- Level: Second
- Area: 206.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 18.4
Other
- Description: Brick Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 1125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.0 x 45.0
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 401.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.6 x 18.6
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,315
- Total interior livable area: 5,315 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,315
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 1.33 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 136805
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $541/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,723,754
- Annual tax amount: $17,087
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,700,500
$2.57M - $2.84M
$5,299/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $2,875,000-4.2%$541/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000+284.6%$564/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/22/2005 | Sold | $780,000+26.8%$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/1997 | Sold | $615,000$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,088 +30.2% | $1,723,754 +83.2% |
| 2024 | $13,125 +6.5% | $940,909 |
| 2023 | $12,325 +2.3% | $940,909 |
| 2022 | $12,043 +0.5% | $940,909 |
| 2021 | $11,986 +2.4% | $940,909 |
| 2020 | $11,704 | $940,909 |
| 2019 | $11,704 | $940,909 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $11,704 -0.7% | $875,060 |
| 2017 | $11,783 +3.5% | $875,060 |
| 2016 | $11,385 | $875,060 +27% |
| 2015 | $11,385 +19.3% | $689,210 |
| 2014 | $9,541 | $689,210 |
| 2013 | -- | $689,210 |
| 2012 | -- | $689,210 |
| 2011 | $8,983 +0.4% | $689,210 |
| 2010 | $8,945 +4% | $689,210 |
| 2009 | $8,602 | $689,210 |
| 2008 | $8,602 -3.3% | $689,210 +9.4% |
| 2007 | $8,899 | $630,211 |
| 2006 | -- | $630,211 +40.3% |
| 2005 | $6,253 +1.4% | $449,231 |
| 2004 | $6,168 | $449,231 |
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Neighborhood: Hope Valley
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Murray Massenburg Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle
- High: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






