A Goforth Original, Thoughtfully Reimagined Built by local legend JP Goforth, this home carries the kind of craftsmanship and character that only comes from someone who truly knew how to build for this community. The current owners have honored that legacy while bringing the home in line with today's most discerning buyers and the result is something special. The welcome begins before you even reach the front door. Professionally landscaped grounds offer low-maintenance beauty with blooms and greenery that carry through every season. Out back, a fully fenced yard becomes your private retreat that includes a covered porch with a porch swing, a screened-in porch, a generous stone patio, and a firepit make this a space you'll actually live in, rain or shine, spring through winter. Step inside and you're greeted by rich hardwood floors that flow seamlessly through the main level, up the stairs, and across the entire second floor. To the right, the living room fills with natural light from windows on two sides, and its thoughtfully placed doors allow it to serve equally well as a home office, media room, or formal gathering space -- whatever your life calls for. The main level powder room has been fully refreshed, and the adjacent laundry room earns its keep with an abundance of custom built-in cabinetry. A convenient exterior door connects this space directly to the screened porch and backyard. Then there's the kitchen and it genuinely stops people in their tracks. A complete remodel brought custom cabinetry, stunning Quartzite countertops and island, and a suite of top-tier stainless steel appliances including a Bosch dishwasher, double oven with convection microwave, and warming drawer. An oversized window was added specifically to frame the backyard views. A dedicated coffee bar, beverage refrigerator, and generous pantry cabinetry complete a space that works as hard as it looks beautiful. The wall between the kitchen and family room was opened to create that easy, connected flow so whoever is in the kitchen is never out of the conversation, and the warmth of the fireplace reaches both rooms at once. Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms have been freshened with new paint, updated light fixtures, and new door hardware. The primary suite's bathroom is a true sanctuary: a double-sink vanity, a luxurious steam shower, and a new window that bathes the room in natural light. The hall bathroom has also been fully updated with clean, neutral finishes that feel fresh and timeless. The lower level adds real flexibility -- a bonus room, a full bathroom, and an exterior egress door make it ideal for guests, a home office, a gym, or whatever your household needs. And then there's the neighborhood. Old-growth trees, top-rated Chapel Hill schools, and a location that puts the YMCA, UNC, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, the library, parks, great dining, and I-40 within easy reach, this is a home that makes everyday life feel effortlessly good.
Pending
$1,035,000
311 Old Forest Creek Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
4beds
2,993sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1983
0.41 Acres Lot
$1,032,100 Zestimate®
$346/sqft
$6/mo HOA
What's special
Fully fenced yardProfessionally landscaped groundsGenerous stone patioLuxurious steam showerOld-growth treesDedicated coffee barScreened-in porch
- 95 days
- 95
- 2
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lynn Marie Roeder 919-260-9649,
Chapel Hill Realty Group, Inc.
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10170433
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas Pack, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Multi Units, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Washer, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Radon Mitigation, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Partial, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,993
- Total interior livable area: 2,993 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,454
- Finished area below ground: 539
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage, Open
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Level, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 9789473832
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Other
- Subdivision: Forest Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- Services included: None
- HOA fee: $76 annually
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $346/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,700
- Annual tax amount: $10,804
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$1,032,100
$980,000 - $1.08M
$3,655/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,035,000$346/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,035,000+88.2%$346/sqft |
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| 5/10/2019 | Sold | $550,000-4.3%$184/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Pending sale | $575,000$192/sqft |
Source: Terra Nova Global Properties #2237133 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $575,000+59.3%$192/sqft |
Source: Terra Nova Global Properties #2237133 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2002 | Sold | $361,000$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,803 +15.8% | $816,700 +49.1% |
| 2024 | $9,331 +2.8% | $547,700 |
| 2023 | $9,074 +4.4% | $547,700 |
| 2022 | $8,696 +1.3% | $547,700 |
| 2021 | $8,583 +5.9% | $547,700 +12.9% |
| 2020 | $8,108 | $485,000 |
| 2018 | $8,108 +2.3% | $485,000 |
| 2017 | $7,925 -8.5% | $485,000 -7.5% |
| 2016 | $8,660 | $524,600 |
| 2015 | $8,660 +0.5% | $524,600 |
| 2014 | $8,614 | $524,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $524,600 +0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $520,800 +13.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $458,904 |
| 2010 | -- | $458,904 |
| 2009 | -- | $458,904 +30.4% |
| 2008 | $5,896 +3.8% | $351,878 |
| 2007 | $5,678 +4.2% | $351,878 |
| 2006 | $5,448 | $351,878 |
| 2005 | $5,448 +3.9% | $351,878 +11% |
| 2004 | $5,245 +3.6% | $316,934 |
| 2003 | $5,065 +1.5% | $316,934 |
| 2002 | $4,992 +4.2% | $316,934 |
| 2001 | $4,789 +9.5% | $316,934 +25.1% |
| 2000 | $4,375 | $253,324 |
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Neighborhood: Forest Creek
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Estes Hills Elementary School
- Middle: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Guy B Phillips Middle School
- High: Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill 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.







