Address
3100 Mellwood Drive, Durham, NC
Price
$ 525,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10189545
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDurham
- CityDurham
- NeighborhoodBuck Water Creek
- Zip27712
- StyleTraditional, Transitional
- Year Built1993
- Price$ 525,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2727
- Lot Size0.23 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
In a quiet Durham neighborhood built for everyday life, this spacious 4-bedroom house offers room to spread out, settle in, and truly feel at home. With 2,727 square feet of thoughtfully laid-out living space, there's a place for everything — and everyone. Walkable to the Eno River! Just around the corner, a trailhead leads you straight to the Eno River — morning walks, weekend hikes, and easy access to nature are practically part of the floor plan. The main floor welcomes you with two separate living areas, giving your crew the freedom to spread out — the living room has French doors for an office (or quiet evenings) and a family room with fireplace — perfect for movie nights, game days, or letting the kids be kids while the adults unwind close by. The spacious, sunny kitchen looks over the backyard and meals here come with options: A formal dining room sets the stage for holiday gatherings and special-occasion dinners, while the breakfast room offers a cozy, sunlit spot for slower mornings and casual gatherings. And step outside to the private deck for easy autumn evenings and weekend barbecues, the kind of spot that turns grilling into a gathering. The four bedrooms are anchored by a generously sized owner's suite complete with a private bath and walk-in closet — an escape at the end of the day. And then there's the showstopper: the massive bonus room, a blank canvas ready to become whatever your family needs most. A 5th bedroom. A home theater. A playroom, home gym, or teen hangout. The possibilities are as big as the space itself. Outside, mature hardwood trees shade the yard, creating a cool, comfortable outdoor space in every season. Beyond the fenced backyard are woods, giving you privacy and a quiet, natural backdrop few homes can offer — a buffer between your everyday life and the wider world. An attached 2-car garage rounds things out, with extra room for storage so bikes, tools, and holiday decorations all have a home of their own. This is a home that grows with you — full of warmth, flexibility, and room to breathe.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Durham - Hillandale Elementary Elementary School | Durham - George L Carrington Middle Middle School | Durham - Riverside High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Listed $525,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Zoned |
| Cooling | Central Air,Zoned |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer |
| Zoning | PDR |
| HOA Fee | 11.66 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | Unknown |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Front Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional,Transitional |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| View | Forest |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Playground |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Durham |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Trail(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Buck Water Creek |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 10 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | I-85 to north on Hillandale Road. Follow north until it ends. Straight on to Ridgestone Parkway, left on to Park Overlook, Left on to Wilderness, Left on to Elk Ridge |
| High School | Durham - Riverside High |
| City | Durham |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Open Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 10019 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Durham - Hillandale Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4890.6 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Durham - George L Carrington Middle |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=SFKz6XXCTun&brand=0&mls=1& |
| Structure Type | House,Site Built |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Double Vanity,Storage,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds,Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2727 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Fenced Yard,Fire Pit,Private Yard,Rain Barrel/Cistern(s) |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard,Wood |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage,Garage Faces Front |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard,Hardwood Trees |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.23 |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 2727 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.23 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Door Features | Sliding Doors |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 27712
Price
Year Built
