Rare value-add opportunity in the high-demand Watts Hospital-Hillandale corridor. Strategically located minutes from Duke University and Duke Hospital, this Brick property 3/1 offers significant upside through modernization or a full flip. High-yield potential for long-term holds or premium executive rentals in a submarket defined by low inventory and rapid appreciation. Seize this chance to capture instant equity in one of Durham’s most resilient neighborhoods.
Est. $1,850 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1820 Forest Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4354448
Apr 27, 2026
Sold
$142,500
$153/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 10, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 8, 2026
Price Changed
$179,900
$193/sq ft
Mar 27, 2026
Price Changed
$199,000
$214/sq ft
Mar 16, 2026
Price Changed
$219,000
$235/sq ft
Mar 13, 2026
Price Changed
$224,000
$241/sq ft
Mar 10, 2026
Price Changed
$229,000
$246/sq ft
Mar 6, 2026
Listed
$239,000
$257/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,074 (+67.7%)
$178,500 + $131,639
$310,139
2024
$1,833 (+6.5%)
$178,500 + $131,639
$310,139
2023
$1,722 (+2.3%)
$35,550 + $95,875
$131,425
2022
$1,682 (+0.5%)
$35,550 + $95,875
$131,425
2021
$1,674 (+2.4%)
$35,550 + $95,875
$131,425
2020
$1,635
$35,550 + $95,875
$131,425
2019
$1,635 (+1.0%)
$35,550 + $95,875
$131,425
2018
$1,619 (+0.7%)
$32,587 + $86,750
$119,337
2017
$1,607 (+3.5%)
$32,587 + $86,750
$119,337
2016
$1,552 (+40.3%)
$32,587 + $86,750
$119,337
2014
$1,106 (+3.1%)
$14,665 + $65,248
$79,913
2013
$1,072 (+2.3%)
$14,665 + $65,248
$79,913
2012
$1,048 (+0.7%)
$14,665 + $65,248
$79,913
2011
$1,042
$14,665 + $65,248
$79,913
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,054
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
127803
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RU-5
Residential Urban Districts
The RU Districts are established to provide for orderly urban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the urban neighborhood. Such uses should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Sep 25, 2008 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Other
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: RU-5
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.19
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Other, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 15-501 N, take the Guess Rd exit. Turn Right onto Guess Rd, then take a quick Left onto Broad St. Turn Left onto Forest Rd. The property will be on your Right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,054
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 127803
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 931
Living Area: 931
Above Grade Finished Area: 931
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 931
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
E K Powe Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Brogden Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Riverside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27705
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$282,000 – $341,000
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