$1,585,000

1014 W Forest Hills Boulevard, Durham, NC 27707

4 beds |
5 baths |
3,607 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
0.62acre lot
2 car garage
$439/sqft
Listed 15 days ago

Property Description

Nestled in the highly sought-after Forest Hills neighborhood, a hilly, tree-lined retreat just five minutes from downtown Durham, this classic George Watts Carr house sits elevated above the street with views overlooking the park below. A welcoming foyer opens to a flexible first floor with multiple living spaces, including a cozy den and a stunning, light-filled sunroom. The kitchen features an eat-in breakfast area that overlooks a private backyard complete with a stone patio and an additional side yard, ideal for everyday play and entertaining. Beautiful original trim work throughout reflects the home's history, adding warmth, character, and a level of craftsmanship that is increasingly rare. A detached two-car garage is complemented by a spacious accessory dwelling unit with a kitchenette and full bathroom above, perfect for guests, a home office, or rental potential. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy timeless charm, versatile space, and an unbeatable location in one of Durham's most established neighborhoods. See drone footage here: https://precision-vue-llc.aryeo.com/sites/rppnvvmo/unbranded

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: March 20, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 4, 2026 at 11:08PM
Listing Office:: Urban Durham Realty : 919-237-3701
Listing Agent:: Courtney James : 919-291-2318
MLS ID:: 10154496

General: Apartment/SuiteBookcasesCeiling Fan(s)Eat-in KitchenEntrance FoyerIn-Law FloorplanShower OnlyTile Counters
Appliances: DishwasherElectric Water HeaterGas RangeRefrigerator
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: ConcreteExterior EntryPartial
Flooring: HardwoodTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: CentralForced AirNatural Gas
Fireplace: DenLiving RoomMasonryFireplaceFireplaces: 2

General: Fenced YardRain GuttersSmart Lock(s)Storage
Style: ColonialTraditional
Other Structures: TerracePatio
Parking: ConcreteDrivewayGarageParking spaces: 6

Roofing: Shingle
General: Vinyl SidingWood Siding2Other

HOA Amenities: Tennis Court(s)
Originating MLS: Triangle MLS
County: Durham

Zoning: R-20115391
View: NeighborhoodPark/GreenbeltView

Utilities: Cable Available
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Triangle MLS

This listing courtesy of Courtney James , Urban Durham Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Morehead Montessori Magnet Elementary School

909 Cobb St, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades KG-5

0.48 miles away

Lakewood Montessori Middle School

2119 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades 6-8

0.74 miles away

J D Clement Early College High School

1801 Fayetteville St Bldg Nccu-Robinsonscience, Durham, NC, 27707

Grades 9-12

0.99 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.