The best that Forest Hills has to offer! This charming bungalow will steal your heart the moment you pull up. From it's immediate curb appeal to the private, fenced and large backyard, this home doesn't just look like a hug, it feels like one too. Enter into the large family room anchored by original wood burning fireplace bathing in natural light through updated windows and featuring original gleaming hardwoods. The main living space flows nicely to two options: a gorgeous dining room and modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and modern, white cabinetry or two spacious bedrooms situated on either side of the updated 2022 bathroom featuring frameless glass shower, updated toilet, tile, vanity, and light fixtures as well as new bathroom plumbing pipes and water heater. Retreat upstairs for added privacy in the comfort of a vaulted guest bedroom, private half bath and a flex space perfect for home office, gym or hobby room. There's no lack of storage for the square footage with dormer storage and a site-built garden shed in the backyard. Relax by gardening in raised beds, nurture chickens for daily eggs, grill out on the paved section or simply sit and enjoy the fire pit - the options for this fenced area are endless! Walking distance to Downtown Durham, Forest Hills Park, Rockwood Shopping Center and more - this home is also minutes from Duke University, the Tobacco Trail, and Highway 147/I-885. A perfect home or investment - this one checks all the boxes!
Exterior: Back Fence, Fully Fenced, Wood Fence, Enclosed Porch, Patio, Porch, Fence, Fire Pit, Private Yard, Storage
Parking Information:
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Asphalt, Driveway
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Trees, Landscaped, Private
Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
Utilities
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Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
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Directions Information:
Directions: From Martin Luther King Jr Parkway, turn onto Hope Valley Road, then right on University Drive heading towards downtown. Home will be on the right just before Forest Hills Park.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $474,000
Price Per SqFt: $392/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $3,556
Tax Year: 2021
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Apr 12, 2021
Apr 12, 2021Home Sold
$380,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$3,556
$279,115
2020
$3,471
$279,115
2019
$3,471
$279,115
2018
$3,040
$224,124
2017
$3,018
$224,124
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
2
/10
C.C. Spaulding Elementary School
1531 S Roxboro St
Distance between this listing and this school0.54 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
5
/10
Morehead Montessori
909 Cobb St
Distance between this listing and this school0.74 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-5
5
/10
Fayetteville Street Elementary School
2905 Fayetteville St
Distance between this listing and this school1.10 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
2119 Chapel Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.86 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
8
/10
Rogers-Herr Middle School
911 W Cornwallis Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.15 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
8
/10
James E Shepard Middle School
2401 Dakota St
Distance between this listing and this school1.25 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
10
/10
J D Clement Early College High School
1801 Fayetteville St Bldg Nccu-Robinsonscience
Distance between this listing and this school0.86 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
/10
Durham School of the Arts
401 N Duke St
Distance between this listing and this school1.81 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-12
4
/10
Hillside High School
3727 Fayetteville St
Distance between this listing and this school1.85 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $102,045. Residents of Durham, NC typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1813 University Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1813 University Dr property is $474,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1813 University Dr is a house located in Durham, North Carolina, 27707.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1813 University Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on April 12, 2021 for $380,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1813 University Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1813 University Dr is 1,208 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1813 University Dr is 1949.
This home is located at 1813 University Dr in Durham, NC and zip code 27707 in the Forest Hills neighborhood. This 1,208 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 26, 2024 and is currently priced at $474,000.
Over 63 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Durham, NC. In the same period over 126 listings were sold below the listed price and 58 listings were sold for the listed price. In November 2024 in Durham, NC there were 6.8% less homes for sale than in October 2024. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $424,671, while the average time on the real estate market was 30 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.