$659,000
OPEN SAT 3PM - 5:30PM $38K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $3,856/month

Total Views 24,657
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,394 Sq Ft
$275 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • High Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Cottage
  • Fireplace

About This Home

New Price: $659,000 + $5,000 Buyer Incentive with Preferred Lender

Architecture with Character on University Drive! A beautifully restored Art Deco-inspired cottage located in the highly desirable Forest Hills neighborhood of Durham. This home blends historic character with modern updates, offering both charm and functionality. The light-filled main level features an open-concept living space with a classic fireplace, a spacious dining area, and a fully updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stylish finishes. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main floor, creating a comfortable layout for everyday living. The finished lower level offers a private suite with its own entrance, living area, ensuite bath, dry bar, ideal for multi-generational living, or use as a rental suite. Unique architectural details such as the spiral staircase add character, while whole-house spray foam insulation ensures year-round comfort and efficiency. Additional highlights include a fenced yard, landscaped exterior, front street parking, and a private rear driveway.
Located just three minutes from Forest Hills Park and under two miles from Downtown Durham, DPAC, the Tobacco District, Duke University, and Brightleaf Square, this property offers exceptional convenience and rare architectural charm. Seller is offering up to $5,000 in closing cost credit with a preferred lender, to be applied toward a rate buy-down, fees, or cash-to-close. Don't miss this opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind home in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

Deline Moscoso

Compass -- Raleigh License #346649 Listed on: 06/26/2025

Compass -- Raleigh

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,340

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Stone Foundation
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Chandelier
  • Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary bathroom on main floor
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Schools

  • Spaulding Elementary School
  • Lakewood Montessori Middle School
  • J D Clement Early College High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forest Hills Subdivision
  • Maintained Community
  • Community Parking

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 107587

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,340

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1950
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Hills
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1589.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Flooring Luxury Vinyl: Yes
  • Interior Features BathtubShower Combination: Yes
  • Levels One: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Cooling:Electric: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Room Types Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Family Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Laundry Features Laundry Closet: Yes
  • Basement Heated3: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cottage: Yes
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 1589.0
  • General Property Information Below Grade Finished Area: 805.0
  • Room Types Primary Bathroom Level: Main
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Fencing Back Yard: Yes
  • Common Walls No Common Walls: Yes
  • Fencing Wood2: Yes
  • Foundation Details Stone2: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 5663.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter: Yes
  • General Property Information Stories2: 1
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wet Bar
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 805.0
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Stories: 1
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Ceilings: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Shower: Yes
  • Interior Features:Quartz Counters: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Range: Yes
  • Basement:Daylight: Yes
  • Basement:Exterior Entry: Yes
  • Interior Features:Wet Bar: Yes
  • Basement Finished: Yes
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances:Stainless Steel Appliance(s): Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Interior Features:Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Interior Features:Chandelier: Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Up Access: Yes
  • Basement:Storage Space: Yes
  • InteriorFeatures:Bar: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Flat
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Acres: 0.13
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Stone
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Lot Features:Landscaped: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Private Yard: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Uncovered Courtyard: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Flat: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Association Amenities:Parking: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: Yes
  • General Property Information:Open Parking Spaces2: 2.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Heat Pump2: Yes
  • HeatingCooling:Heat Pump: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Amenities:Landscaping: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Durham - J D Clement Early College
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Lakewood Montessori

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5663.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 107587

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4339.99
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Map Number: 15

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Durham - Spaulding

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $4,340 $307,570 $155,375 $152,195
2024 $4,340 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2023 $4,076 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2022 $3,982 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2021 $3,964 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2020 $3,870 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2019 $3,870 $311,133 $76,005 $235,128
2018 $3,096 $228,206 $45,040 $183,166
2017 $3,073 $228,206 $45,040 $183,166
2016 $2,969 $228,206 $45,040 $183,166
2015 $2,774 $200,382 $21,923 $178,459
2014 $2,774 $200,382 $21,923 $178,459
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Price Changed $659,000 -2.4% $275 / Sq Ft
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Price Changed $675,000 -3.2% $282 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $697,000 +178.8% $291 / Sq Ft
06/21/2024 06/21/24 Sold $250,000 -28.6% $166 / Sq Ft
05/26/2024 05/26/24 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2024 05/18/24 Price Changed $350,000 -6.7% $233 / Sq Ft
05/04/2024 05/04/24 Price Changed $375,000 -6.3% $250 / Sq Ft
04/19/2024 04/19/24 Price Changed $400,000 -5.9% $266 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Price Changed $425,000 -5.6% $283 / Sq Ft
03/08/2024 03/08/24 For Sale $450,000 -- $300 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $283,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $175,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $374,050 Construction
Previous Owner $168,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $17,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Deline Moscoso

Compass -- Raleigh

(984) 313-9366

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Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10105670

Doorify MLS

APN: 107587