$515,000
$10K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $3,273/month

Total Views 1,761
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft
$424 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Transitional Architecture
  • Private Yard

About This Home

Tucked away on a sprawling corner lot of over 1⁄2 an acre in the highly desirable North Forest Hills neighborhood, this enchanting one-level Goforth home seamlessly blends modern living with a serene, park-like setting. As you arrive, a welcoming covered front porch invites you inside, where beautifully refinished hardwood floors stretch across an expansive, sun-drenched floor plan. At the heart of the home is a thoughtfully renovated kitchen featuring a sleek peninsula island that opens effortlessly into the dining and family room combination. Here, dramatic walls of windows frame picturesque views of the surrounding landscape—characterized by majestic hardwood trees and striking natural boulders—while a cozy gas fireplace serves as the perfect focal point for warm, inviting evenings. The living space extends outdoors through two separate access points leading to a spacious back deck and a vaulted screened porch—perfect for quiet morning coffees or entertaining guests against a peaceful backdrop. Down the main hallway, a private retreat awaits in the primary suite, while two additional bright bedrooms share a full bathroom. Beyond the property line, the community charm continues with voluntary HOA access to Lake Ellen, located just steps away. Whether you are launching a canoe for an afternoon on the water or enjoying a quiet lakeside picnic, this home offers a rare lifestyle of convenience, community, and natural beauty. Conveniently located to I-40 and downtown Chapel Hill.

Listing Agent

Jennifer Williams

Coldwell Banker Advantage License #260522 Listed on: 07/09/2026

Coldwell Banker Advantage

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,484

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 23,958 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Transitional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,215 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Chandelier
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Elizabeth Seawell Elementary School
  • Rd And Euzelle Smith Middle School
  • East Chapel Hill High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Forest Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9789497984

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,484

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0.55 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1975
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: North Forest Hills
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1215.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Transitional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Main
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6Ik0wMDAwMDM4OSIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjEwMTc4Nzc3IiwiU3RhbmRhcmRTdGF0dXMiOiJBY3RpdmUiLCJNb2RpZmljYXRpb25UaW1lc3RhbXAiOiIyMDI2LTA4LTAyVDA2OjQ0OjAzLjAwMFoiLCJMaWNlbnNlZUlEIjoib2F1dGgyXzI1ODcxIiwiTGljZW5zZWVOYW1lIjoiSG9tZXMgUHJvIn0.6O7i8VPJ-J4ztqIMHOfbgQHfamC5R2s9b_2dXHY9VFU/badge
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1
  • Attic Features:Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Acres: 0.55
  • Disclosures: Lead Based Paint, Seller Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, None
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: No
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - RD and Euzelle Smith Middle School

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23958.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 9789497984

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6483.73
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Elizabeth Seawell Elementary School

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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 $6,783 $504,100 $300,000 $204,100
2024 $5,433 $311,900 $150,000 $161,900
2023 $5,289 $311,900 $150,000 $161,900
2022 $5,073 $311,900 $150,000 $161,900
2021 $5,009 $311,900 $150,000 $161,900
2020 $4,629 $269,400 $120,000 $149,400
2018 $4,518 $269,400 $120,000 $149,400
2017 $4,655 $269,400 $120,000 $149,400
2016 $4,655 $275,900 $96,800 $179,100
2015 $4,655 $275,900 $96,800 $179,100
2014 $4,609 $275,900 $96,800 $179,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2026 07/31/26 Price Changed $515,000 -1.9% $424 / Sq Ft
07/09/2026 07/09/26 For Sale $525,000 -- $432 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $18,900 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10178777

Doorify MLS

APN: 9789497984

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