$392,000
$5K PRICE DROP

1837 Forest Rd Durham, NC 27705

Watts Hospital-Hillandale Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,430/month

Total Views 993
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,110 Sq Ft
$353 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In a Historic District
  • Granite Countertops
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Westover Park

About This Home

Updated 1948 two-bedroom, one-bath cottage in Durham's sought-after Broad Acres neighborhood near Watts Hospital-Hillandale. This charming home blends historic character with modern upgrades, including oak floors, a cozy fireplace, screened front and back porches, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen with granite countertops, full-extension cabinetry, oversized Rachiele copper farmhouse sink, induction cooktop, vented hood, Miele combi-steam oven, and GE conventional oven. The primary bedroom offers a 5' x 10' walk-in closet and direct access to the screened back porch. The spacious bath features twin pedestal sinks, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and Carrara marble-look subway tile. Major improvements include 2019 rewiring and PEX plumbing, architectural shingle roof, sealed crawl space, lead paint and asbestos remediation, Ethernet/CAT-5, Rinnai tankless water heater, and EV charging station. Enjoy a southeast-facing backyard ideal for raised-bed gardening, plus easy access to Westover Park and the West Ellerbee Creek Trail. Designed by Archie Royal Davis's firm and recognized by Preservation Durham, this Forest Road home is a well-preserved example of post-WWII vernacular architecture.

Listing Agent

Lisa Janes

Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas License #220114 Listed on: 07/30/2026

Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,335

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 8,538 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 53x121x70x132
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R-5

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,110 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Farmhouse Sink

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • In a Historic District

Schools

  • E K Powe Elementary School
  • Brogden Middle School
  • City Of Medicine Academy High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Broad Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 127829

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,335

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

8,538 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1948
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Broad Acres
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1110.0
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6Ik0wMDAwMDM4OSIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjEwMTgzMTk3IiwiU3RhbmRhcmRTdGF0dXMiOiJBY3RpdmUiLCJNb2RpZmljYXRpb25UaW1lc3RhbXAiOiIyMDI2LTA4LTMxVDIyOjAyOjA2LjAwMFoiLCJMaWNlbnNlZUlEIjoib2F1dGgyXzI1ODcxIiwiTGljZW5zZWVOYW1lIjoiSG9tZXMgUHJvIn0.el3wKtf7JsUFBTpmBOIOVkkOOBywa3LjubZhCmlSlaY/badge
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Smooth Ceilings
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Cooktop, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Front, back & side
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Smooth Ceilings

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle, Architectural Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Acres: 0.196
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Screened, Side Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, On Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Historical Area
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Durham - City of Medicine Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Brogden Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-5
  • Lot Dimensions: 53x121x70x132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8537.76
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 127829

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3334.83
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Map Number: 24

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Durham - E K Powe Elementary

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Home Values in the Area

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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 $2,001 $336,410 $180,000 $156,410
2024 $2,178 $156,137 $35,850 $120,287
2023 $2,045 $156,137 $35,850 $120,287
2022 $1,998 $156,137 $35,850 $120,287
2021 $1,989 $156,137 $35,850 $120,287
2020 $1,942 $152,816 $35,850 $116,966
2019 $1,901 $152,816 $35,850 $116,966
2018 $1,992 $146,814 $32,862 $113,952
2017 $1,977 $146,814 $32,862 $113,952
2016 $1,910 $146,814 $32,862 $113,952
2015 $1,552 $112,099 $20,932 $91,167
2014 $1,552 $112,099 $20,932 $91,167
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/31/2026 08/31/26 Price Changed $392,000 -1.3% $353 / Sq Ft
07/30/2026 07/30/26 For Sale $397,000 -- $358 / Sq Ft
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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $137,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $133,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $110,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $103,125 New Conventional
Previous Owner $115,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $106,603 No Value Available
Previous Owner $12,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $60,671 FHA
Previous Owner $55,300 Unknown
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Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10183197

Doorify MLS

APN: 127829

North Carolina Durham County Durham 27705 Watts Hospital-Hillandale

1837 Forest Rd, Durham, NC

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