507 Forrest Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278 - Photo 1

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$262,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
868 Sq. Ft.
0.26 Acres
Updated 9 days ago

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Property Description

When you're just minutes from everything that makes Hillsborough special, home feels a little different. Located just a short drive or bike ride from historic downtown, this thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen and bath, new flooring, fresh paint, and thoughtful improvements throughout that create a bright, welcoming, move-in ready feel. Step outside to a spacious, fully fenced backyard with plenty of room for pets, gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing. The backyard storage shed provides convenient space for bikes, lawn equipment, tools, and all the extras that help keep life organized. One of this home's greatest features is its location. Spend your weekends strolling the Riverwalk, exploring the Eno River, browsing locally owned shops, meeting friends for coffee or dinner, or enjoying Hillsborough's festivals, farmers market, and thriving arts scene. Historic downtown is just a quick drive or an easy bike ride away, while Chapel Hill, Durham, and I-85/I-40 are all conveniently close. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to downsize, or simply embrace the Hillsborough lifestyle, 507 Forrest Street is ready to welcome you home.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 507 Forrest St

General

Sold For: $262,000
Taxes: $2,424
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10176796
Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 1
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters
Appliances: Electric Range, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Range
Flooring: Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: In Hall

Exterior

Exterior Features: Awning(s), Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Parking

Carports: Yes
Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Asphalt, Carport, Detached, Detached Carport, Driveway

Location

County: Orange
Subdivision: Hillsborough Heights
Driving Directions: From Downtown Hillsborough, take Churton Street (US-70) north, turn onto Forrest Street. Property is on the right at 507 Forrest Street.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Orange - Central Elementary
Middle School: Orange - Orange Middle
High School: Orange - Orange High

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas Pack, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Exterior Const.: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Windows: Insulated Windows
Stories/Levels: 1
Building Size: 868
Square Feet: 868
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Finished Above Grnd: 868 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1951

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage

Lot Features

Property View: Trees/Woods
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,325.6
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Back Yard
Zoning: R10
Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Gate

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,424.64

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 9864594366
Lot Number: 51-53

Listed by United Real Estate Triangle, Justin Lane Wright (919) 672-5678
Sold by Phelps Realty, Joe Phelps

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Schools

Schools serving 507 Forrest St

School District:Orange County Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Central Elementary, Hillsborough, NC 154 Hayes Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278	PK-5	0.3 mi
Hillsborough Elementary 402 North Nash Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278	K-5	0.4 mi
Orange Middle School 308 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278	6-8	1.3 mi
Orange High 500 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278	9-12	1.4 mi

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Price & Sales History for 507 Forrest St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/03/2026

Sold

$262,000

-4.69%

MLS

6/26/2026

Listed

$274,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Bedrooms

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Exterior

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School Information

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