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Landlord's Agent in 2025
Shani Bullock
West Durham Realty
(919) 740-6142
1008 Starlight Dr Durham, NC 27707
Forest Hills Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,464
Sq Ft
$439
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Lakewood Montessori Middle School Rated A-
- Granite Countertops
- Living Room
About This Home
As of May 2025AVAILABLE 6/13/2025! Gorgeous home in Forest Hills has all the charm of the 20s bungalow that it is, with all the modern conveniences! Gleaming hardwoods throughout, with large rooms and high ceilings. Renovated kitchen features butcher block countertops, tile floors and stainless appliances. 1.5 baths have both been renovated. Large sunroom at rear of house is perfect for a home office with its own entrance to back yard. Could be 3rd bedroom with addition of a wardrobe. There is a separate guest cottage in the back operated as a long-term rental and the back yard and patio are shared. Private driveway. Central heat and air. All appliances, including washer/dryer, are provided. Sec. system with optional monitoring. No smoking. Small indoor pet negotiable.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
West Durham Realty License #259998 Listed on: 03/25/2025
Last Renter's Agent
Shani Bullock
AH4R Management NC, LLC
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,297
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 10,454
Interior Spaces
- 1,464 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry in unit
- Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Parking
- Private Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Morehead Elementary School
- Brogden Middle School
- Jordan High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Forest Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,400
- Property Available on 6/13/25
- Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas, hot water, sewer, water
- The owner pays for trash collection
- 12 Month Lease Term
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2021
Closed on
May 5, 2021
Sold by
Sorin Steven B and Sorin Wendy C
Bought by
Prater Florence
Seller's Agent
Tammi Brooks
Inhabit Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sam Poole
Nest Realty of the Triangle
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$521,000
Premium/Discount to List
$46,000
9.68%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,319
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2009
Sold by
Niecko Timothy E
Bought by
Sorin Steven Barry and Sorin Wendy Collin
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 2004
Sold by
James Michael Lucas and James Courtney Rand
Bought by
Niecko Timothy E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 1999
Sold by
Westrate Deluca and Westrate Nancy
Bought by
James Michael Lucas and James Courtney Rand
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,040
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prater Florence | $525,000 | None Available | |
| Sorin Steven Barry | $268,000 | None Available | |
| Niecko Timothy E | $231,000 | -- | |
| James Michael Lucas | $155,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Prater Florence J | $405,500 | |
| Closed | Prater Florence | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Niecko Timothy E | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Niecko Timothy E | $161,000 | |
| Previous Owner | James Michael L | $36,000 | |
| Previous Owner | James Michael L | $144,000 | |
| Previous Owner | James Michael L | $18,000 | |
| Previous Owner | James Michael Lucas | $155,040 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Rented | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/03/2025 05/03/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Rent | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/25/2025 03/25/25 | For Rent | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/14/2023 12/14/23 | Off Market | $521,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Rented | $2,350 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/26/2023 07/26/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2023 07/14/23 | For Rent | $2,350 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/14/2023 07/14/23 | Price Changed | $2,350 | -1.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/11/2023 07/11/23 | Off Market | $2,380 | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2023 06/30/23 | Price Changed | $2,380 | -4.8% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | Price Changed | $2,500 | -10.7% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2023 04/21/23 | Price Changed | $2,800 | -6.7% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2023 04/11/23 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/11/2021 05/11/21 | Sold | $521,000 | +9.7% | $350 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2021 04/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2021 04/07/21 | For Sale | $475,000 | -- | $319 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,297 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2023 | $4,974 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2022 | $4,860 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2021 | $4,837 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2020 | $4,723 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2019 | $4,723 | $379,709 | $83,767 | $295,942 |
| 2018 | $4,178 | $307,968 | $49,640 | $258,328 |
| 2017 | $4,147 | $307,968 | $49,640 | $258,328 |
| 2016 | $4,007 | $307,968 | $49,640 | $258,328 |
| 2015 | $2,945 | $212,750 | $37,283 | $175,467 |
| 2014 | $2,945 | $212,750 | $37,283 | $175,467 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Leslie Page
West Durham Realty
(919) 602-1963
13 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Tammi Brooks
Inhabit Real Estate
(919) 308-4910
4 in this area
140 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Rebecca Ives
Inhabit Real Estate
(919) 641-5690
3 in this area
180 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Sam Poole
Nest Realty of the Triangle
(919) 724-0424
11 in this area
250 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10084590
APN: 115562
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