281 Rosemont Dr Durham, NC 27713
South Durham NeighborhoodEstimated payment $22,933/month
Highlights
- Water Views
- Private Pool
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- North Chatham Elementary School Rated A-
- Gated Parking
- Gated Community
About This Home
Set behind the gates of one of Durham's most exclusive enclaves, 281 Rosemont Drive is a private estate where timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and resort-style living converge across nearly five serene acres. Encompassing more than 8,100 square feet, this extraordinary residence offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 3 half baths, dual primary suites, and a 4-car garage, thoughtfully designed to balance grand-scale entertaining with comfortable everyday living. Framed by sweeping pond and pool views, the property offers a rare blend of scale, privacy, and enduring quality just moments from Research Triangle Park, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Cary, the American Tobacco Trail, and premier shopping and dining destinations.
Uniquely constructed with solid steel-reinforced, poured-in-place concrete walls, ceilings, and floors, the residence exemplifies exceptional structural integrity and craftsmanship rarely found in residential construction. Complemented by nearly $1 million in recent improvements, the home has been extensively updated to elevate both form and function while preserving its timeless elegance. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features dual staircases, a luxurious main-level primary retreat with a newly renovated spa-inspired bath, and refined living spaces enhanced by designer lighting, fresh interior paint, restored limestone flooring, upgraded carpeting, and extensive kitchen improvements. The chef's kitchen is appointed with new quartzite countertops along with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Expansive recreational spaces further distinguish the home, including an open recreation area with a billiards room, wet bar, media room, and bonus room, as well as a versatile third-floor flex space ideal for a fitness studio, executive office, or guest retreat. Outdoor living rivals that of a private resort. A spectacular fenced outdoor oasis showcases extensive hardscaping, travertine terraces, a saltwater pool and spa, fire features, a Tiki Hut gathering space, greenhouse, paved walking paths, and curated landscape lighting, all overlooking a private stocked pond and beautifully illuminated grounds that create an unparalleled setting for entertaining and relaxation. 281 Rosemont Drive presents a rare opportunity to own a legacy property defined by privacy, craftsmanship, and elevated living in one of the Triangle's most desirable settings.
Listing Agent
Christina Valkanoff Realty Group License #233901 Listed on: 05/28/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,972
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 4.98 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a private road
- Gated Home
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Garden
HOA Fees
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Pad
- Side Facing Garage
- Driveway
- Gated Parking
Home Design
- French Provincial Architecture
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Slab Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Synthetic Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 8,133 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Sound System
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Bar
- Crown Molding
- Beamed Ceilings
- Tray Ceiling
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Chandelier
- 2 Fireplaces
- Storage
- Water Views
- Walk-In Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Range
- Microwave
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wolf Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Primary bathroom on main floor
- Double Vanity
- Private Water Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Handicap Accessible
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Pond
- Patio
- Terrace
- Fire Pit
Schools
- North Chatham Elementary School
- Margaret B Pollard Middle School
- Seaforth High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0078183
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include security, road maintenance, special assessments
- Hills Of Rosemont Homeowners Association Inc Association, Phone Number (919) 714-4828
- Built by Rufty Homes
- The Hills Of Rosemont Subdivision
Security
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,972 | $3,041,348 | $569,080 | $2,472,268 |
| 2024 | $20,972 | $2,271,217 | $536,637 | $1,734,580 |
| 2023 | $19,102 | $2,271,217 | $536,637 | $1,734,580 |
| 2022 | $17,727 | $2,271,217 | $536,637 | $1,734,580 |
| 2021 | $0 | $2,271,217 | $536,637 | $1,734,580 |
| 2020 | $16,288 | $2,072,122 | $411,752 | $1,660,370 |
| 2019 | $16,288 | $2,072,122 | $411,752 | $1,660,370 |
| 2018 | $15,212 | $2,072,122 | $411,752 | $1,660,370 |
| 2017 | $15,054 | $2,072,122 | $411,752 | $1,660,370 |
| 2016 | $15,454 | $2,047,566 | $411,752 | $1,635,814 |
| 2015 | $15,180 | $2,047,566 | $411,752 | $1,635,814 |
| 2014 | $14,906 | $2,047,566 | $411,752 | $1,635,814 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,047,566 | $411,752 | $1,635,814 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 06/05/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2026 05/28/26 | For Sale | $3,799,000 | -- | $467 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $2,275,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,194,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,708,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $415,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,764,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $245,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,755,000 | Unknown |
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10170061
APN: 78183
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