Perched atop a hill overlooking Forest Hills Park is this beautiful and tranquil cottage with light streaming in and stunning views. Enjoy the beautiful landscape that is a delight year round. From flowering pink trees to a myriad of flowers in the spring to lovely fragrant gardenias to garden beds for homegrown veggies. This place is made for play and relaxation and recharging. Nature is all around with 45 acres of green space in Forest Hills Park to roam and creeks to traverse yet walkable to downtown where you can watch a show, catch a game, and grab a bit to eat. Enjoy the freedom of hopping on the American Tobacco Trail to go on a fun bike ride or run. After playing outside all day, come in for a home cooked meal in the renovated kitchen with stylish open shelves and stainless steel appliances. Modern conveniences alongside architectural character and charm make this home so special. Go out or stay in, 800 E Forest Hills is a wonderful home in the absolute best location.
Sold for $715,000
$715,000
800 E Forest Hills Blvd, Durham, NC 27707
3beds
1,641sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1948
0.26 Acres Lot
$703,300 Zestimate®
$436/sqft
$2,349 Estimated rent
Home value
$703,300
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Stylish open shelvesBeautiful landscapeArchitectural character and charmFlowering pink treesFragrant gardeniasMyriad of flowersRenovated kitchen
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Listed by:
Mariana A Byrd 919-699-0899,
Urban Durham Realty
Bought with:
Kenneth Martin Jackson, 325141
Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10096262
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,641
- Total interior livable area: 1,641 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,641
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 0821628420
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage, Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $436/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $549,308
- Annual tax amount: $4,917
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $715,000+2.3%$436/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10096262 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$426/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10096262 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+99.7%$426/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10096262 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2015 | Sold | $350,000+27.7%$213/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2012 | Sold | $274,000-0.4%$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $275,000-5.1%$168/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston #1800423 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2011 | Listing removed | $289,900$177/sqft |
Source: Red Door Real Estate Group #1774826 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $289,900-3.3%$177/sqft |
Source: Red Door Real Estate Group #1774826 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2010 | Listing removed | $299,900$183/sqft |
Source: REMAX City Centre #1730353 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2010 | Price change | $299,900-1.7%$183/sqft |
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| 6/15/2010 | Listed for sale | $305,000+10.9%$186/sqft |
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| 6/20/2007 | Sold | $275,000+27.9%$168/sqft |
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| 5/4/2005 | Sold | $215,000+19.4%$131/sqft |
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| 11/10/2000 | Sold | $180,000$110/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,445 +10.7% | $549,308 +55.8% |
| 2024 | $4,917 +6.5% | $352,525 |
| 2023 | $4,618 +2.3% | $352,525 |
| 2022 | $4,512 +0.5% | $352,525 |
| 2021 | $4,491 +5.3% | $352,525 +2.8% |
| 2020 | $4,264 | $342,807 |
| 2019 | $4,264 | $342,807 -1.2% |
| 2018 | $4,264 -8.8% | $347,111 |
| 2017 | $4,674 +3.5% | $347,111 |
| 2016 | $4,516 | $347,111 +29.8% |
| 2015 | $4,516 +22% | $267,447 |
| 2014 | $3,702 | $267,447 |
| 2013 | -- | $267,447 |
| 2012 | -- | $267,447 |
| 2011 | $3,486 +0.4% | $267,447 |
| 2010 | $3,471 +4% | $267,447 |
| 2009 | $3,338 | $267,447 |
| 2008 | $3,338 +79.6% | $267,447 +103.2% |
| 2007 | $1,859 +1.4% | $131,631 |
| 2006 | $1,832 | $131,631 |
| 2005 | $1,832 +1.4% | $131,631 |
| 2004 | $1,807 | $131,631 |
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10C. C. Spaulding ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Sherwood Githens MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 4/10Charles E Jordan Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Spaulding
- Middle: Durham - Githens
- High: Durham - Jordan
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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