Dave Wylie
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
(252) 375-8626
175 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$625,000 Price
1010 Homer St Durham, NC 27707
Forest Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,577,000 - $2,625,839
5
Beds
6
Baths
6,602
Sq Ft
$307/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In a Historic District
- 1 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Lakewood Montessori Middle School Rated A-
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of August 20241010 Homer Street is a neoclassical architectural gem by George Watts Carr, a key figure in Durham's early 20th-century architecture. Originally for Mr. and Mrs. William Muirhead, the residence boasts flawless symmetry, premium materials, and advanced construction techniques. Inside, natural light floods through multiple French doors, connecting indoor and outdoor spaces and highlighting a flagstone terrace with seasonal perennials. The home features a versatile basement retreat, a charming third-floor guest suite with a vintage kitchenette, two laundry areas, a gorgeous primary bath, and a three-car garage designed by Ellen Cassilly. This residence epitomizes refined elegance and modern living, making it one of Durham's most distinguished treasures.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Urban Durham Realty License #267381 Listed on: 06/14/2024
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,330
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 175x210x148x21x47x130x41x85
- Landscaped
- Many Trees
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 5 Car Garage
- Carport
- Front Facing Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Private Driveway
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Copper Roof
- Lead Paint Disclosure
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Chandelier
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- Storage
- Utility Room
- Home Gym
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Cork
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- In a Historic District
Schools
- Morehead Elementary School
- Brogden Middle School
- Jordan High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 082142895812
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Knollcrest Subdivision
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Park
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2024
Sold by
Sexton Timothy A and Lochrie Kristen N
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2016
Sold by
Cunningham D Jay
Bought by
Baxter Lawrence G and Baxter Sharon R
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Forest Hills, NC
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Dave Wylie
-
Adrian Brown
Adrian Brown
Adage Realty Co., LLC
(833) 313-9314
148 Total Sales
9 in Forest Hills
$258K - $1.1M Price Range
-
Mary Hunter
Mary Hunter
Urban Durham Realty
(984) 204-6517
135 Total Sales
6 in Forest Hills
$258K - $2.1M Price Range
-
Deline Moscoso
Deline Moscoso
Compass -- Raleigh
(833) 432-3426
21 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$575,000 Price
-
Neill McLeod
Neill McLeod
DASH Carolina
(984) 867-2304
47 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$466,200 Price
-
Sarah Chaires
Sarah Chaires
Chapel Hill Realty Group, Inc.
(984) 364-8744
22 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$463,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| Baxter Lawrence G | $832,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Cunningham D Jay | $219,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cunningham D Jay | $135,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cunningham D Jay | $333,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Cunningham D Jay | $210,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cunningham Dewey Jay | $240,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2024 08/21/24 | Sold | $2,050,000 | -6.8% | $311 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2024 07/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/14/2024 06/14/24 | For Sale | $2,200,000 | -- | $333 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
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 | $16,588 | $1,673,393 | $541,750 | $1,131,643 |
| 2024 | $14,229 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2023 | $13,362 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2022 | $13,056 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2021 | $12,995 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2020 | $12,688 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2019 | $12,688 | $1,020,057 | $132,637 | $887,420 |
| 2018 | $13,802 | $1,017,459 | $117,900 | $899,559 |
| 2017 | $13,700 | $1,017,459 | $117,900 | $899,559 |
| 2016 | $12,654 | $972,567 | $117,900 | $854,667 |
| 2015 | $13,594 | $981,994 | $105,205 | $876,789 |
| 2014 | $13,594 | $981,994 | $105,205 | $876,789 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mary Hunter
Seller's Agent in 2024
Mary Hunter
Urban Durham Realty
(919) 810-7005
6 in this area
135 Total Sales
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Courtney James
CJ
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Courtney James
Urban Durham Realty
(919) 291-2318
7 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Joan Mueller
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Joan Mueller
Nest Realty of the Triangle
(973) 865-1826
2 in this area
75 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10035586
APN: 115413
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