2314 Cardinal Dr Durham, NC 27707

Come see this better-than-new modern farmhouse, perfectly situated on a stunning 0.45-acre lot in the highly desirable Hope Valley area of South Durham. Just minutes from RDU, RTP, Southpoint Mall, Duke, UNC, and more, this home offers unmatched convenience. Enjoy easy access to the greenway trail at the end of the street—perfect for running, walking, or biking 30 miles to Chatham County or downtown Durham via the American Tobacco Trail. This spacious home features three bedrooms on the main level with engineered hardwoods throughout, plus a bonus room or additional bedroom upstairs. The expansive foyer fills the dining and living areas with natural light, showcasing custom touches like wood beams in the vaulted ceiling and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace with gas logs, Smart remote, raised hearth, and stone ledge. The Samsung Frame TV conveys. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with a 48'' Kutch gas range featuring six burners, a griddle, two ovens, and a custom hood. A large center island is ideal for entertaining. You'll also find beautiful 42'' upper cabinets, lower cabinets with pull-out drawers, a Bosch dishwasher, LG refrigerator with Craft Ice, microwave, wine fridge, and a walk-in pantry with room for all your cookware (And yes—the custom hood over the stove is pretty awesome). Step outside to the oversized covered rear porch and tranquil backyard through 12' x 8' sliding glass doors—ideal for grilling and gathering outdoors. The private primary bedroom, located at the back of the house, features backyard views, large windows, a vaulted ceiling, and a spacious walk-in closet with wood shelving, shoe racks, a vanity, and a full-length custom mirror. The luxurious primary bath includes a walk-in tiled shower with a seat and adjustable sprayer, plus separate vanities with custom mirrors, lighting, and fixtures. The secondary bedrooms offer walk-in closets and share a well-designed buddy bath with double sinks, generous cabinet space, and a separate room for the tub/shower and toilet. The oversized, finished two-car garage includes a service door, storage area, gentle-rise steps into the house, and ample driveway parking. Upstairs, a private bedroom with a full bath and large walk-in closet provides additional living space and storage. Other notable features include a sealed, conditioned crawlspace; mini-split system upstairs; gas furnace and gas water heater in the crawlspace; fiber cement siding; gutter guards; and 30-year architectural shingles. The backyard is a blank canvas—ideal for a pool, outdoor kitchen, or firepit.