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  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 4,308 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.19 Acres
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated, 127 Forest Road seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury living in one of Raleigh's most desirable Inside-the-Beltline neighborhoods. This stately three-story home offers timeless architectural details including original hardwood floors, Ionic columns, intricate millwork, exposed brick accents, soaring ceilings, and expansive formal living spaces designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining. A sweeping front porch with a swing creates a warm welcome, while gracious formal rooms, a coffered dining room with custom built-ins, two sunrooms, and front and rear staircases showcase the home's exceptional craftsmanship and functionality. The updated kitchen features custom cherry cabinetry, a breakfast room, sitting area, generous pantry, and adjoining mudroom, creating a comfortable and highly functional gathering space for modern living. The second floor includes three spacious secondary bedrooms with en suite baths, along with a luxurious primary suite featuring a fireplace, sitting room, dressing room, and elegant spa-like bath with double vanities. Additional flexible living spaces include a loft workstation area, second-floor laundry room, and a third-floor bedroom or bonus space with a full bath ideal for guests, recreation, or a home office. Rich in history, architectural character, and livability, 127 Forest Road presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained historic home in the heart of Raleigh, convenient to Downtown Raleigh, Five Points, Village District shopping and dining, parks, and top-rated schools.

Full Property Details for 127 Forest Rd

General

  • Price: $1,850,000
  • Taxes: $13,474
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10169785
  • Updated: 5/27/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 15
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 4
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Warming Drawer, Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 5

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch, Side Porch

Parking

  • Parking Features: Alley Access, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Private

Location

  • County: Wake
  • Subdivision: Forest Park
  • Driving Directions: From I-440 Beltline, take Wade Avenue west toward downtown Raleigh. Turn right onto Oberlin Road, then left onto Clark Avenue. Continue into the Forest Park neighborhood and turn right onto Forest Road. Home will be on the left at 127 Forest Road.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Wake - Wiley
  • Middle School: Wake - Oberlin
  • High School: Wake - Broughton

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Concrete, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Roof: Metal, Slate
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Drive-In Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Building Size: 4308
  • Square Feet: 4,308
  • Finished Above Grnd: 4,308 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1914

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,276.4
  • Frontage: Alley, City Street
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Native Plants
  • Zoning: R-6
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced, Gate

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $13,474

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 170417113063000 0061250
  • Lot Number: 8

Listed by Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int, Megan Hackley (919) 649-1610

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  • Megan Hackley

    Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int

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Schools serving 127 Forest Rd

School District:Wake County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Wiley Elementary
301 Saint Marys Street, Raleigh, NC 27605
PK-50.4 mi
Oberlin Middle School
2816 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC 27608
6-82 mi
Needham Broughton High
723 Saint Marys Street, Raleigh, NC 27605
9-120.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 127 Forest Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/27/2026
Listed
$1,850,000
1380%
MLS
6/27/2006
Sold
$125,000
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Tax History for 127 Forest Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$13,474
—
$1,542,713
—
2024
$13,418
27%
$1,542,713
59%
2023
$10,577
8%
$968,509
—
2022
$9,826
4%
$968,509
—
2021
$9,444
2%
$968,509
—
2020
$9,271
1%
$968,509
16%
2018
$9,169
5%
$837,398
—
2017
$8,731
2%
$837,398
—
2016
$8,551
-12%
$837,398
—
2019
$9,725
37%
$837,398
22%
2015
$7,118
-5%
$687,359
-10%
2014
$7,507
7%
$762,585
—
2013
$7,010
—
$762,585
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Listed by Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int, Megan Hackley (919) 649-1610

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