$1,425,000
SOLD SEP 17, 2025
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,403 Sq Ft
0.62 Acres

Recently Sold

$419 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lakewood Montessori Middle School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 2-minute walk to Forest Hills Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

See property website for more information:
Tucked on one of the premier lots in Forest Hills, 1603 Hermitage offers an extraordinary blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Built in ~1930 this 2-story Colonial Revival is rich with original character. Set on a rare combined double lot, the home unfolds with mature, thoughtfully designed landscaping that blooms year-round (berries, apples, plums, and peaches!), a treehouse sanctuary a large garden area, and even room for chickens. Outdoor living takes center stage with a concrete pool and hot tub, upper and lower stone patios, extensive landscape lighting, and detached 2-car garage.

Inside, the home is equally impressive (and colorful!) with updated kitchen and baths woven seamlessly into a layout full of charm and surprises. Hidden gems such as a laundry chute on both floors, a secret closet passageway, and an attic meditation room add a sense of whimsy, while smart upgrades such as heated floors in the primary bath, an endless hot water system, updated electrical, and restored windows make daily living effortless. The layout is as flexible as it is functional: the sunroom serves as a dining / game room (we've hosted 25 there!), the downstairs office also functions beautifully as a guest room with convenient access to the nearby full bath, and the third-floor can be a gym or a playroom. It's a home that grows with you - and one of the best around for hosting gatherings, both inside and out.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Courtney James

Urban Durham Realty License #207615 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenneth Jackson

Nest Realty of the Triangle License #325141

Nest Realty of the Triangle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,808

Year Built

  • Built in 1930 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Private Driveway
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Foundation
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Lead Paint Disclosure

Interior Spaces

  • 3,403 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Chandelier
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Storage
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Convection Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Doors

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Morehead Elementary School
  • Lakewood Montessori Middle School
  • Jordan High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 8215231460

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,808

Year Built

Built in 1930 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3403.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Structure Type Site Built: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Flooring Hardwood: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Remarks and Miscellaneous Syndication Remarks2: See property website for more information: https://www.1603hermitagecourt.com Tucked on one of the premier lots in Forest Hills, 1603 Hermitage offers an extraordinary blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Built in ~1930 this 2-story Colonial Revival is rich with original character. Set on a rare combined double lot, the home unfolds with mature, thoughtfully designed landscaping that blooms year-round (berries, apples, plums, and peaches!), a treehouse sanctuary a large garden area, and even room for chickens. Outdoor living takes center stage with a concrete pool and hot tub, upper and lower stone patios, extensive landscape lighting, and detached 2-car garage. Inside, the home is equally impressive (and colorful!) with updated kitchen and baths woven seamlessly into a layout full of charm and surprises. Hidden gems such as a laundry chute on both floors, a secret closet passageway, and an attic meditation room add a sense of whimsy, while smart upgrades such as heated floors in the primary bath, an endless hot water system, updated electrical, and restored windows make daily living effortless. The layout is as flexible as it is functional: the sunroom serves as a dining / game room (we've hosted 25 there!), the downstairs office also functions beautifully as a guest room with convenient access to the nearby full bath, and the third-floor can be a gym or a playroom. It's a home that grows with you - and one of the best around for hosting gatherings, both inside and out.
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Architectural Style Colonial: Yes
  • Levels Three Or More: Yes
  • Foundation Details BrickMortar: Yes
  • Laundry Features In Basement: Yes
  • Pool Features In Ground: Yes
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Utilities Water Connected: Yes
  • Pool Features Private4: Yes
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 3403.0
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Fencing Back Yard: Yes
  • Utilities Natural Gas Connected: Yes
  • Property Condition UpdatedRemodeled: Yes
  • Utilities Septic Connected: Yes
  • Utilities Cable Connected: Yes
  • Disclosures Lead Based Paint: Yes
  • Fencing Full2: Yes
  • Pool Features Heated: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 27007.2
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.62
  • General Property Information:Living Area3: 3403.0
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Butler's Pantry, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Quartz Counters, Smart Thermostat, Storage, Walk-In Shower
  • Basement: Concrete, Crawl Space, Partial
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Interior Features:Entrance Foyer: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Shower: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Interior Features:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Interior Features:Quartz Counters: Yes
  • Interior Features:Storage3: Yes
  • Interior Features:Bookcases: Yes
  • Appliances:Double Oven: Yes
  • Appliances:Gas Range: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Attic Features:Walk-In Attic: Yes
  • Interior Features:Butler_squote_s Pantry: Yes
  • Basement:Concrete: Yes
  • Community Features:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Appliances:Convection Oven: Yes
  • Appliances:Stainless Steel Appliance(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Crown Molding: Yes
  • Appliances:WasherDryer: Yes
  • Interior Features:Smart Thermostat: Yes
  • Basement:Partial: Yes
  • Appliances:Built-In Range: Yes
  • Interior Features:Chandelier: Yes
  • Pool Features:Gunite: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Flat, Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Private Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Full
  • Acres: 0.62
  • Disclosures: Lead Based Paint, Seller Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Lot Features:Landscaped: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Fenced - Yard: Yes
  • Door Features:Storm Door(s): Yes
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Lot Features:Back Yard2: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Private Yard: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Front Yard2: Yes
  • Door Features:French Doors: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Garden: Yes
  • Pool Features:Outdoor Pool: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Attached Garage YN: No
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 4.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: Yes
  • General Property Information:Open Parking Spaces2: 4.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Central: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Amenities:Tennis Courts: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Durham - Jordan
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27007.2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 8215231460

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8808.1
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Durham - Morehead

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2025
Closed on
Sep 16, 2025
Sold by
Michael Lucas James Revocable Trust and Courtney R James Revocable Trust
Bought by
Carlson Susan and Taylor Cooper
Seller's Agent
Courtney James
Urban Durham Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Jackson
Nest Realty of the Triangle
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-1.72%
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$1,374,693

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$50,307
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.02%
Original Mortgage
$1,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,140,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$234,693

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 2017
Sold by
James Michael Lucas and James Courtney Rand
Bought by
James Michael Lucas and Michael Lucas James Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2007
Sold by
Poplawski Leslie D and Poplawski Tadeusz
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
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1998
Sold by
Poplawski Tadeusz F
Bought by
Poplawski Leslie D
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,425,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,425,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $559,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,140,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,140,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Sold $1,425,000 -1.7% $419 / Sq Ft
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $426 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

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
2025 $9,011 $908,982 $440,000 $468,982
2024 $8,808 $631,453 $108,135 $523,318
2023 $8,271 $631,453 $108,135 $523,318
2022 $8,082 $631,453 $108,135 $523,318
2021 $7,395 $580,514 $89,640 $490,874
2020 $7,221 $580,514 $89,640 $490,874
2019 $7,221 $580,514 $89,640 $490,874
2018 $8,178 $602,850 $79,680 $523,170
2017 $8,117 $602,850 $79,680 $523,170
2016 $7,844 $602,850 $79,680 $523,170
2015 $4,556 $329,129 $74,730 $254,399
2014 $4,556 $329,129 $74,730 $254,399
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10111698

Doorify MLS

APN: 115501