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$274,900 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 868 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.26 Acres
  • Updated 4 hours ago
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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 for 507 Forrest St

General

  • Price: $274,900
  • Taxes: $2,424
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10176796
  • Updated: Today (6/26/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

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

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  • Justin Lane Wright

    United Real Estate Triangle

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Schools serving 507 Forrest St

School District:Orange County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Central Elementary, Hillsborough, NC
154 Hayes Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
PK-50.3 mi
Hillsborough Elementary
402 North Nash Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
K-50.4 mi
Orange Middle School
308 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278
6-81.3 mi
Orange High
500 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278
9-121.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 507 Forrest St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/26/2026
Listed
$274,900
57.09%
MLS
3/24/2026
Sold
$175,000
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Tax History for 507 Forrest St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,350
708%
$210,600
151%
2024
$167
18%
$84,000
—
2023
$142
-90%
$84,000
—
2021
$1,398
-1%
$84,000
—
2022
$1,408
1%
$84,000
-3%
2021
$1,398
-6%
$86,800
—
2018
$1,483
1%
$86,800
—
2017
$1,468
7%
$86,800
14%
2016
$1,369
9%
$76,175
—
2014
$1,254
1%
$76,175
—
2013
$1,239
—
$76,175
—
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507 Forrest Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (MLS# 10176796) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 507 Forrest Street is currently listed for $274,900 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 507 Forrest Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hillsborough? You can browse all Hillsborough real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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