$550,000

Property Description

Some neighborhoods simply have a certain stage presence. Falconbridge has had it from the start. With its meandering streets, mature trees, friendly neighbors, and familiar parade of walkers and pups, it's the kind of established community that feels welcoming from the moment you arrive. An eclectic collection of individually distinctive homes gives Falconbridge a character all its own-no cookie-cutter streets here-and there is no mandatory HOA. All of this, while its location between UNC and Duke keeps nearly everything in the Triangle within easy reach. Within this welcoming setting, set well back from the road at the end of a long driveway and beneath a canopy of mature trees, this charming 1,523-square-foot ranch on 0.37 acres has curb appeal to spare and an easygoing warmth that's hard to manufacture. With three bedrooms and two baths, the home feels refreshed, comfortable, and ready to enjoy, with incredible natural light throughout. The eat-in kitchen is especially lovely, with a bay window overlooking the backyard-and one of the current owner's favorite spots to watch the sunrise. The dining room, finished with a tray ceiling, opens directly to a brick patio, while the living room is anchored by a welcoming gas-log fireplace. The updated primary bath features a walk-in shower, and the primary bedroom offers two closets, including a cedar closet. Outside, the fully fenced backyard feels downright magical, with plenty of room to gather, garden, play, add a fire pit, or simply enjoy the trees. There are so many ways to live outside here: a welcoming front porch, a deck, and a pergola perfect for morning coffee or dinner outdoors. An attached exterior storage area adds another practical bonus. And then there's the 258-square-foot detached garage-completely retrofitted into a truly special art studio. Fully insulated, drywalled, and finished, it features a mini-split for heating and cooling, its own electrical panel, plentiful outlets, recessed lighting, a glass garage door, and upgraded flooring. It's an inspiring space for art, work, exercise, hobbies, or whatever comes next-or it can still function as a garage if that's what you need. Thoughtful details throughout include Pella windows, tubular skylights, remote-controlled electric blinds, and generous pull-down attic storage, adding comfort, convenience, and a little extra polish to everyday living. Life in Falconbridge comes with even more to love, including optional neighborhood amenities with a pool, pickleball courts, and clubhouse. And for all its leafy, established charm, the location is remarkably connected: UNC, Duke, RTP, Southpoint, I-40, and RDU are all within easy reach, with convenient GoTriangle bus service just outside the neighborhood. Perhaps best of all, Falconbridge is the kind of neighborhood where people know one another, look out for one another, and genuinely enjoy being neighbors. Charming, light-filled, flexible, and full of personality, this is a home that feels every bit as joyful as the life that's been lived here-and ready for its next chapter.

Property Facts & Features

Property Type

Single Family

Status

Sold

Listed

Aug 25, 2026

Sold

Oct 13, 2026

List Price

$534,000

Price per Sq Ft

$361/sqft

ZIP Code

27517

Full Baths

2

Stories

1

Garage

1 space

Parking

Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Workshop In Garage

Heating

Central, Fireplace(S), Forced Air

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(S), Central Air

Construction

Fiber Cement, Masonite

Style

Ranch

Property Tax (2025)

$5,077/yr

Assessed Value

$512,191

Neighborhood

Falconbridge

County

Durham

School District

Durham Public School District

Estimated Value

Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.

Features & Amenities

Price & Event History

Location

Lat 35.90401 · Lng -78.98983