5410 Middleton RoadDurham, NC 27713Price: $395,000

Tucked into Durham's established Penrith neighborhood, this charming home sits on nearly half an acre -- the kind of backyard that invites weekend gardening projects, backyard BBQs with friends, and maybe even a few chickens roaming the coop. With cottage-inspired character and thoughtful updates throughout, 5410 Middleton Road blends warmth, function, and everyday livability in all the right ways. Inside, the flexible floorplan adapts beautifully to the way you live. A formal dining room can easily become the perfect home office, reading room, or play space, while the spacious family room centers around a classic brick fireplace for cozy evenings at home. The kitchen has been refreshed with brand new quartz countertops and updated appliances, opening to a sunny breakfast nook that feels made for slow mornings with coffee and natural light pouring in. Just beyond the living room, step out onto the back deck overlooking the expansive yard -- ready for summer cookouts, raised garden beds, and evenings under the stars. A laundry room and convenient half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full baths, including a spacious primary suite featuring built-in bookshelves, a walk-in closet, and an en suite bath that adds both comfort and character. Updated lighting, fresh paint, new flooring, inviting spaces, and cozy vibes give this home a personality that feels both timeless and welcoming. All of this in a location that keeps you centrally connected to everything the Triangle has to offer -- minutes to RTP, I-40, and convenient to Downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh.