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5324 Fairoaks Rd

Nearly-One-Acre Colonial with Koi Pond & Sunroom Wet Bar

Private .91-acre lot, 4 beds/4 baths, finished sunroom, heated basement potential.

4 beds4 baths2,906 sq ftBuilt 19780.91 acres2-car attached garage (garage faces side), garage door opener
CompCasa valuation analysis
Estimated market value
$675,000
Low $630,000 · Midpoint $675,000 · High $720,000
Confidence70%Sales comparison approach
Last recorded sale$675,000Mar 10, 2026
CompCasa estimate$675,000Mar 14, 2026
Estimate vs. last recorded sale+$0 / +0.0%
$630,000$675,000 midpoint$720,000
Price / sq ft$232
Median sale price$450,000
Avg days on market30 days
Inventory2.5 months

Estimate anchored to list price ($675k) with a +/- roughly 7% band based on property size (2,906 SF), nearly 1-acre lot, recent interior/exterior painting and unique backyard features (koi pond, sunroom). No live comps pulled; adjust after formal CMA or appraisal.

About the property

Nearly-One-Acre Colonial with Koi Pond & Sunroom Wet Bar

Step onto a private, park-like .91-acre property and discover a spacious Colonial designed to accommodate family life and entertaining. The house totals 2,906 square feet across two stories and includes a main-floor bedroom and four full bathrooms — each bathroom equipped with heated tile floors for everyday comfort. A large kitchen and breakfast room open to multiple gathering spaces: a formal living room, family room, and a sunroom that functions as the home’s entertainer’s anchor. The sunroom features a wet bar finished with a Dekton countertop and offers direct access to the back patio — ideal for indoor/outdoor flow.

Outdoor living here is a signature asset: a broad, newly painted rear patio overlooks a serene koi pond with an operating waterfall and its own self-contained ecosystem, plus a firepit for evening gatherings. Mature landscaping and perimeter privacy create a rare, close-in acreage setting that feels removed from the city yet stays convenient to modern conveniences. Interior finishes include hardwood and bamboo flooring, ceramic tile, French doors, garden windows and contemporary paint throughout.

An unfinished, high-ceiling basement is heated and cooled and presents one of the clearest value-add opportunities — convert to a workshop, finished recreation space, or home gym with relatively straightforward mechanical connections already present. The crawlspace is sealed; mechanical systems include heat-pump central heating/cooling alongside radiant floor elements.

Practical features include a two-car attached garage (garage faces side), a long driveway for extra parking, a laundry room on the main level, and owned water-softening equipment. The property is about 15 minutes from downtown Durham and reportedly only minutes from a soon-to-open Publix, giving you the best combination of quiet lot size and daily convenience. Offered at $675,000, this home suits buyers looking for privacy, entertaining capability, and clear upside through basement finishing or modest landscaping enhancements.

Property details

A 1978 colonial on 0.91 acres.

Building

Year built1978
ConstructionWood Frame (Typical For Region) With Siding/Brick Elements (Exact Cladding Unverified)
HeatingHeat pump and electric central (radiant floor noted in listing remarks)
CoolingCentral air, heat pump, ceiling fans

Site & utilities

Lot size0.91 acres
Garage2-car attached garage (garage faces side), garage door opener
Stories2
ConditionGood
BasementUnfinished (High Ceiling), Heated And Cooled
FireplaceYes
Improvement notesInteriors and exteriors recently painted. Mix of hardwood, bamboo and tile floors. Bathrooms have heated tile floors. Sunroom with wet bar and Dekton countertop. Unfinished high-ceiling basement is heated/cooled; sealed crawlspace noted.
Lot area39,639 sq ft
TopographyLevel
ParkingAttached Garage And Driveway
Parking spaces4
Parking notes2-car attached garage (garage faces side), long driveway providing additional off-street spaces.
AccessSingle-family residential access from Fairoaks Road; driveway with attached garage.
WaterCommunity Water (Public)
SewerPublic Sewer
ElectricElectricity Connected
GasPropane (On Property)
Location & nearby

North Durham / Fairoaks area (est.)

Researched nearby locations

Downtown Durham (approx. 12–20 min)
Soon-to-open Publix (approx. 3 min per listing remarks)

Location

5324 Fairoaks Rd, Durham, NC 27712

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Editorial neighborhood context

This section of North Durham features established single-family neighborhoods with mature trees, larger lots and an easy commute to downtown Durham and Research Triangle Park. The area attracts buyers who want more outdoor space while remaining within a short drive of restaurants, hospitals, universities and employment centers. New retail projects (including a Publix noted by the listing) are increasing convenience without diminishing the quiet residential character.

Nearby access summary

Large private lot, nearby parks and regional greenways offer outdoor options; property itself provides pond, patio and firepit for on-site recreation.

ElementaryBrooks Elementary (estimate) — GreatSchools 6/10 (verify assignment)
Middle schoolBrooks/Hillside Middle (estimate) — GreatSchools 5-6/10 (verify assignment)
High schoolNorthern High / Riverside High (estimate) — GreatSchools 5-7/10 (verify assignment)
School districtDurham Public Schools
Market context

A factual market snapshot around 5324 Fairoaks Rd.

Median sale price$450,000
Avg days on market30 days
Inventory2.5 months
1-year appreciation400.0%
5-year appreciation2200.0%
Editorial market perspective

North Durham single-family inventory remains constrained for homes with large lots and distinctive outdoor amenities. Median sale prices across Durham County have outpaced many statewide markets in recent years, and properties offering private acreage within 15–20 minutes of downtown command a premium. This listing’s combination of near-acre site, sunroom wet bar, and unique koi pond places it above typical product in the area — expect stronger interest from owner-occupiers versus pure investors. Days on market for comparable, well-maintained homes with large lots typically run below the county average; sellers can often receive offers near list when pricing reflects finished square footage and lot premium. Confirm current local comps before finalizing offers; this analysis uses the $675,000 list price as the anchor and estimates value within a modest ±7% band.

Zoning & land use

Likely single-family residential zoning (e.g., R-20 or comparable county designation) — verify with Durham County planning.

Zoning

DescriptionLikely single-family residential zoning (e.g., R-20 or comparable county designation) — verify with Durham County planning.
JurisdictionDurham County
Current useResidential

Research-indicated uses

  • Single Family Residential
  • Accessory Structures Subject To County Setbacks
  • Potential Home Occupation With Permit
Verify with the jurisdiction: Zoning, setbacks, and allowed-use summaries are research indicators—not legal advice or a determination that a specific use is permitted.
Tax & sale history

Assessment data and recorded transactions.

Assessed value is kept visually separate from the CompCasa market-value estimate.

Sale history

2005-05-09$255,000
2026-03-03$675,000
2026-03-06$675,000
2026-03-10$675,000
Research findings & due diligence

What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.

Key findings

  • 2,906 total living square feet, built in 1978; four bedrooms, four full bathrooms.
  • Large lot: 0.91 acres (39,639 sq ft) offers privacy and outdoor amenities.
  • List price $675,000; AVM predicted value ~$671,350 — listing is in-line with automated estimates.
  • Basement is unfinished but heated/cooled — potential to add finished square footage without major mechanical changes.
  • Property near new retail (Publix) and ~15 minutes to downtown Durham — good commuter/amenity balance.
Highlights & features

What stands out about this property.

Interior Features

  • 4 bedrooms, including main-floor bedroom
  • 4 full bathrooms with heated tile floors
  • Sunroom with wet bar and Dekton countertop
  • Hardwood and bamboo floors plus ceramic tile
  • Unfinished high-ceiling basement (heated & cooled)
  • Laundry room on main level, French doors, garden window

Exterior & Lot

  • 0.91-acre (39,639 sq ft) landscaped lot
  • Private rear patio overlooking koi pond with waterfall
  • Firepit and mature perimeter landscaping
  • 2-car attached garage, long driveway
  • Exterior recently painted

Location & Neighborhood

  • Approximately 15 minutes to downtown Durham
  • Minutes from soon-to-open Publix and neighborhood retail
  • Quiet established North Durham residential area
  • Convenient access to RTP and RDU via nearby arterials

Walkability & Recreation

  • Walkability Rating: 40/100
  • Nearby green spaces and neighborhood parks
  • Close driving access to regional greenways and outdoor amenities
Research transparency

Sources & research confidence.

See where the property research came from and how confidence varies by field.

View sources & confidence
1
Redfin / TMLS scrapeView source
2
MLS record (TMLS)
Important: This analysis is AI-assisted using pre-scraped listing data and model knowledge. It is not a formal appraisal. Verify all critical facts before making decisions.