Located in the highly desirable Brightwood Trails community, this updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers exceptional value and convenience. With 2,474 heated square feet, a dedicated home office, brand-new roof, fresh paint, and new carpet throughout, it's truly move-in ready. The spacious, fenced backyard provides a private retreat perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy easy access to Brier Creek, RTP, RDU Airport, I-540, and top shopping and dining destinationsall just minutes away. A rare opportunity to own a well-maintained, spacious home in one of the Triangle's most connected locations!
- MLS# 10098954
- Date Listed05/27/2025
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.17 acres (7,405 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Brightwood Trails
- Property Type Single Family
- County Durham
- Year Built 2011
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,474 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $202.1
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
- Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Gas, Zoned
- Heating Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Other
- Roof Asphalt
- Lot Size Acres 0.17
- Lot Size SQFT 7,405.20
- Lot Features -
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Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $45 Monthly
- Tax Amount $3,856
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Spring Valley Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2 mi
Distance
Kipp Durham College Preparatory
Public • 5 - 8 • Serves this home
6.84 mi
Distance
Durham Performance Learning Center
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.84 mi
Distance
Spring Valley Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.18 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.1 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.35 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.39 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
7.31 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
7.59 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.42 mi
Distance
Kipp Durham College Preparatory
Public • 5 - 8 • Serves this home
6.84 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
7.95 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
9.57 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.28 mi
Distance
Durham Performance Learning Center
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.84 mi
Distance
Holton Career And Resource Center
Public • 9 - 12
6.84 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
5.93 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1519 Nichols Creek Road | Listing | 3 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $471,410 | Feb 23, 2024 | $637,192 |
| 1515 Nichols Creek Road | Listing | 3 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $473,170 | Feb 23, 2024 | $635,319 |
| 109 Foxborough Lane | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $385,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $480,864 |
| 817 Poplar Street | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $525,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $537,732 |
| 836 Ember Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $468,000 | Dec 26, 2023 | $467,730 |
| 2306 Gilman Street | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 | $465,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $454,434 |
| 116 Putters Court | Listing | 4 | 3 | Nov 06, 2025 | $445,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $464,328 |
| 1020 Poplar Street | Listing | 5 | 4 | Oct 28, 2025 | $530,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $532,217 |
| 708 Poplar Street | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 28, 2025 | $520,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $541,046 |
| 839 Ember Drive | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 28, 2025 | $499,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $491,298 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 65,003 | 273,707 | 323,069 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 1,357 | 2,369 | 1,130 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.6 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.2 | 36.5 | 37.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $68,687 | $62,500 | $65,198 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $33,778 | $36,197 | $37,421 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 90 | 92 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 29.6°F | 27.8°F | 27.8°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 89.1°F | 88.6°F | 88.6°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.05" | 48.04" | 48.04" | 38" |
5/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
14/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 10/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 17/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 817 Ember Drive
Source: Realty.com
817 Ember Drive, Durham, NC 27703 is a Single Family 2,474 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 30 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $500,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 30 photos of 817 Ember Drive.
Our records indicate that 817 Ember Drive was built in 2011.
The full address for this home is 817 Ember Drive, Durham, NC 27703.
817 Ember Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Tue May 27, 2025
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 10/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 17/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 817 Ember Drive. Spring Valley Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Kipp Durham College Preparatory (Grades: 5 - 8), Durham Performance Learning Center (Grades: 9 - 12)
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