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Sold for $300,000
    • $300,000

    1811 Forest Rd, Durham, NC 27705

    3beds
    995sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1948
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $300,000 Zestimate®
    $302/sqft
    $1,980 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $300,000

    $285,000 - $315,000

    $1,980/mo

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    What's special

    Vintage carportReal hardwood floorsGenerous and usable backyardSpruced up bathroomRenovated kitchen
    Don't miss this Forest for the trees. Adorable 3 bed, 1 bath brick cottage on the edge of Watts Hillandale is ready to receive you! Well maintained with classic details like real hardwood floors, this house also sports a snazzy renovated kitchen and spruced up bathroom. Spacious lot sits up off the street with a generous and usable backyard. Vintage carport is perfect for storing your treasures, parking your car, or dressing up as an outdoor party pad. Come take a look, you won't find a better value for the location! Amazing proximity to Duke, Downtown, 9th St and a $1.50 Costco Combo.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sam Poole 919-724-0424,

    Nest Realty of the Triangle

    Bought with:

    Darlene Harrings, 271432

    The Douglas Realty Group

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10148983MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 98 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9.8 x 10.0
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 96.04 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 107.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9.8 x 11.0
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 78 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10.0 x 7.8
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 78 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10.0 x 7.8
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 183.7 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.0 x 16.7
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: In Hall, Main Level
    Features
    • Primary Downstairs, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Smooth Ceilings
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 995
    • Total interior livable area: 995 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 995
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Carport, Driveway, On Street
    • Carport spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Awning(s)
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 127820
    • Zoning: R-5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Crawlspace
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1948

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Durham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $302/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $296,827
    • Annual tax amount: $2,942
    • Date on market: 6/15/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/5/2026Sold$300,000-6.3%$302/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    7/3/2026Pending sale$320,000$322/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    6/15/2026Price change$320,000-1.5%$322/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    6/9/2026Pending sale$325,000$327/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    4/10/2026Price change$325,000-6.9%$327/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    2/26/2026Listed for sale$349,000+126.6%$351/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148983 Report a problem
    11/3/2016Sold$154,000+2.7%$155/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/15/2016Pending sale$150,000$151/sqft
    Source: Fonville Morisey/Croasdaile Sales Office #2089071 Report a problem
    9/10/2016Listed for sale$150,000$151/sqft
    Source: Fonville Morisey/Croasdaile Sales Office #2089071 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,942 +44.8%$296,827 +103.8%
    2024$2,032 +6.5%$145,675
    2023$1,908 +2.3%$145,675
    2022$1,865 +0.5%$145,675
    2021$1,856 +2.4%$145,675
    2020$1,812 $145,675
    2019$1,812 $145,675 +12.6%
    2018$1,812 +4%$129,431
    2017$1,743 +15.2%$129,431 +11.3%
    2016$1,513 $116,259 +30.4%
    2015$1,513 +22.6%$89,134
    2014$1,234 $89,134
    2013-- $89,134
    2012-- $89,134
    2011$1,162 +0.4%$89,134
    2010$1,157 +4%$89,134
    2009$1,112 $89,134
    2008$1,112 +7.4%$89,134 +21.5%
    2007$1,036 +1.4%$73,363
    2006$1,021 $73,363
    2005$1,021 +1.4%$73,363
    2004$1,007 $73,363
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Watts Hospital-Hillandale

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Durham - E K Powe Elementary
    • Middle: Durham - Brogden Middle
    • High: Durham - Riverside High

    Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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