# 1837 Forest Road, Durham, NC 27705

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $397,000 ($358/sqft), built 1948, 1,110 sqft.
> Fireplace, Hardwood, A/C. Est. $2,123/mo. Listed 2 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $397,000 |
| Price/sqft | $358 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,110 |
| Year Built | 1948 |
| Lot Size | 8,712 sqft (0.20 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 2 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $2,007 |
| Estimated Insurance | $116 |
| **Total** | **$2,123** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Durham - E K Powe Elementary
- **Middle:** Durham - Brogden Middle
- **High:** Durham - City of Medicine Academy

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1948
- 0.20 acre lot
- 2 parking spaces
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated two-bedroom, one-bathroom 1948 post-World War II cottage in Durham's Broad Acres. Perfectly positioned at the edge of the desirable Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhood, this inviting home blends historic character with thoughtful modern updates. Beautiful oak floors and a cozy fireplace create a sense of welcome. The standout updated kitchen is designed to impress - featuring granite countertops, integrated Ikea storage systems, full-extension drawer cabinetry, and an oversized Rachiele copper farmhouse workstation sink that adds both beauty and serious functionality. Whether preparing everyday meals or entertaining guests, cooks will love the induction cooktop with chimney-style vented hood, Miele combi-steam oven, and GE conventional baking oven. The primary bedroom feels like a private retreat, opening directly to a screened back porch and offering an adjacent 5' x 10' walk-in closet. A spacious bathroom continues the home's classic-meets-modern appeal with twin pedestal sinks, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and Carrara marble-look subway tile. Major updates include a 2022 architectural shingle roof, sealed crawl space, lead paint and asbestos remediation, Ethernet and CAT-5 data systems, Rinnai tankless water heater, and an electric vehicle charging station. Outdoor living is just as appealing, with both front and back screened porches for morning coffee, quiet evenings, or effortless entertaining. Plus, Westover Park is just across Guess Road, and the West Ellerbee Creek Trail is around the corner with miles of walking trails and is part of the Greater Durham Bikeway. Most of the homes on the 1800 block of Forest Road were built in 1948 with FHA financing for veterans. They were designed by the architectural firm of Archie Royal Davis. Preservation Durham has recognized this section of Forest Road as a remarkably well-preserved example of post-WWII vernacular architecture - adding a rare sense of story, place, and distinction to an already compelling home.

## Location

- **Address:** 1837 Forest Road, Durham, NC 27705
- **County:** Durham
- **Neighborhood:** Broad Acres
- **Coordinates:** 36.025208, -78.919774
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=36.025208,-78.919774

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Lisa Janes
- **Brokerage:** Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas
- **Phone:** 9194233463

## Primary Photo

![1837 Forest Road - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/68af6b1caaeaa7751a9e323d3136fce8l-f336904990r.jpg)

*25 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1837-forest-road-durham-nc-27705-10183197)*

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**MLS#:** 10183197 | **Updated:** 2026-08-02
**Source:** listhub

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