Featured on NCModernist.org's profile of Richard Harkrader, 209 Dacian is a perfect example of his passive solar design. He built around 40 such homes across Durham, with the goal of reducing energy costs, and creating beautiful living spaces. His designs nearly all featured the cedar clapboard siding, large south-facing windows, the brick floors and the exposed wood framing you see in the home today. While the core architecture and energy efficiency remain, the home has two nicely updated bathrooms, new hardwoods upstairs, and and a bright, modern kitchen. A fig tree is thriving in the sun just off the large brick patio. The back yard is bordered by mature trees, and has amazing privacy. The quiet Old North Durham location is an easy walk or bike ride to the Foster/Geer/Central Park area with dozens of bars, restaurants, a food hall and a farmers market. This rare combination of architectural pedigree, updated finishes, and energy efficiency in a fantastic location is not to be missed.
Sold for $455,000 on 11/21/25
Zestimate®
$455,000
209 Dacian Ave, Durham, NC 27701
2beds
1,219sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1983
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$455,000 Zestimate®
$373/sqft
$1,832 Estimated rent
Home value
$455,000
$432,000 - $478,000
$1,832/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 21, 2025 at 12:15pm
Listed by:
Adam J Dickinson 919-452-3751,
Nest Realty of the Triangle
Bought with:
Gina Marie Bell, 328057
Navigate Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10123793
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump, Passive Solar, Radiant Floor, Other
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Exhaust Fan, Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Laundry Closet, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Living/Dining Room Combination, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Brick, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,219
- Total interior livable area: 1,219 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,219
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, No Garage, On Site, On Street, Private
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Interior Lot, Many Trees, Native Plants, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 105381
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Cedar, Spray Foam Insulation
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
- Major remodel year: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $455,000+4.6%$373/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10123793 | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $435,000$357/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10123793 | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000+70.6%$357/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10123793 | ||
| 6/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 6/9/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,250$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,141 +38% | $518,570 +94.1% |
| 2024 | $3,726 +6.5% | $267,117 |
| 2023 | $3,499 +2.3% | $267,117 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old North Durham
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10George Watts ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - George Watts
- Middle: Durham - Brogden
- High: Durham - Riverside
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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