Forest Hills is a historic neighborhood in Durham, with buildings dating as far back as 1923. The Forest Hills Historic district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 28, 2005. Durham architect George Watts Carr (1893-1975) and his firm designed many of the early structures.
One of the more charming elements of Durham that I’ve grown to love since moving to this area is the fact that you can enjoy quiet country living without sacrificing any of the amenities of living near a city. Durham and Chapel Hill both have a vibrant and dynamic energy, being located in a thriving economic area near a major university and replete with beautiful parks and hiking trails.
Look and Feel Of Historic Forest Hills
A lot of the architecture in Forest Hills follows the Colonial style, but you can see a gradual evolution of building styles since a lot of the development took place in the years following World War II. University Drive runs directly through the middle of the development alongside Forest Hills Park with quick access to route 147 and I-85, making for a convenient commute to downtown Durham or RTP.
Community Amenities
Forest Hills is located right near the center of the action, only minutes away from DPAC, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, North Carolina Central University, and a number of restaurants and museums. The American Tobacco Trail (a 23-mile stretch of retired railroad converted to a running and walking trail) runs along the eastern side of Forest Hills. Forest Hills is the kind of district where you can see the history side by side with modern life. It’s a cross-section of some of the more enjoyable aspects of the Durham area. One can find a wide variety of home sizes and styles, ranging from $300K to $1M. Forest Hill is home to many long-term residents. Listings in this area typically do not stay on the market long.
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