Unique opportunity to own one of Durham's exquisite homes on iconic Oak Drive in the heart of Forest Hills neighborhood. This stately home was designed by renowned architect, George Watts Carr, in the 1920's on one of the first streets completed, dominated by elegantly designed period revival style houses. Immaculately maintained, this English cottage style home lives large with grand rooms, four ample bedrooms and two private offices. The kitchen was expanded to include the breakfast room in the 1980's. The property is situated on a lush, large, almost half acre lot with mature landscaping. Enjoy two open air patios, one which overlooks the front vista and one that overlooks the back oasis with its tiered landings, stone walls. flowering perennials, raised garden beds, and adorable garden shed. Please see history of the neighborhood and specifically Oak Drive in the property book when you visit. Owners also own the lot on Sycamore behind the house which can also be purchased separately.
Sold for $931,000
$931,000
19 Oak Dr, Durham, NC 27707
4beds
3,304sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
0.48 Acres Lot
$906,000 Zestimate®
$282/sqft
$3,788 Estimated rent
Home value
$906,000
$843,000 - $978,000
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Stately homeStone wallsEnglish cottage style homeAmple bedroomsIconic oak drivePrivate officesTiered landings
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Listed by:
Susan Herst 919-414-3064,
Urban Durham Realty
Bought with:
Anne Holland, 345369
Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10093136
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 271.89 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 17.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 176.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12.6
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bathroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 211.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.4 x 12.9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 222.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15.9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 275.22 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 19.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 326.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 20.4
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 127.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 13.4
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 79.57 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.3 x 10.9
Utility room
- Level: Main
- Area: 151.51 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 13.9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Upper Level
Features
- Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,304
- Total interior livable area: 3,304 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,304
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Shared Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Secluded, See Remarks, Hardwood Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 115528
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Sidewalks, Historical Area
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $282/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $591,542
- Annual tax amount: $8,251
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Sold | $931,000-13.6%$282/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10093136 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,078,000$326/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10093136 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Price change | $1,078,000-2%$326/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10093136 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$333/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10093136 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,389 +1.7% | $846,284 +43.1% |
| 2024 | $8,251 +6.5% | $591,542 |
| 2023 | $7,749 +2.3% | $591,542 |
| 2022 | $7,571 +0.6% | $591,542 +0.2% |
| 2021 | $7,523 +2.4% | $590,529 |
| 2020 | $7,346 | $590,529 |
| 2019 | $7,346 | $590,529 +0.7% |
| 2018 | $7,346 -6.9% | $586,230 |
| 2017 | $7,894 +3.5% | $586,230 |
| 2016 | $7,627 | $586,230 +43.5% |
| 2015 | $7,627 +34.8% | $408,618 |
| 2014 | $5,657 | $408,618 |
| 2013 | -- | $408,618 |
| 2012 | -- | $408,618 |
| 2011 | $5,326 +0.4% | $408,618 |
| 2010 | $5,303 +4% | $408,618 |
| 2009 | $5,100 | $408,618 |
| 2008 | $5,100 +42.6% | $408,618 +61.3% |
| 2007 | $3,577 +1.4% | $253,356 |
| 2006 | $3,527 | $253,356 |
| 2005 | $3,527 +1.4% | $253,356 |
| 2004 | $3,479 | $253,356 |
| 2003 | -- | $253,356 |
| 2002 | $3,200 +8.6% | $253,356 +39.3% |
| 2000 | $2,946 | $181,855 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Hills
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Morehead MontessoriGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lakewood Montessori Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Charles E Jordan Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Morehead Montessori
- Middle: Durham - Lakewood Montessori Middle School
- High: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School
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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Estimated market value
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