#10091660, Justin Burleson, Listing Office: Premier Agents Network
19 Oak Dr Durham, NC 27707
Property details
About 19 Oak Dr
Unique opportunity to own one of Durham's exquisite homes on iconic Oak Drive in the heart of Forest Hills neighborhood. This stately home was designed by renowned architect, George Watts Carr, in the 1920's on one of the first streets completed, dominated by elegantly designed period revival style houses. Immaculately maintained, this English cottage style home lives large with grand rooms, four ample bedrooms and two private offices. The kitchen was expanded to include the breakfast room in the 1980's. The property is situated on a lush, large, almost half acre lot with mature landscaping. Enjoy two open air patios, one which overlooks the front vista and one that overlooks the back oasis with its tiered landings, stone walls. flowering perennials, raised garden beds, and adorable garden shed. Please see history of the neighborhood and specifically Oak Drive in the property book when you visit. Owners also own the lot on Sycamore behind the house which can also be purchased separately.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Oven, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway, On Street, Shared Driveway
- Exterior: Porch Front, Patio, Porch, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,078,000
- Price/SqFt: $326
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,251
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Trees, Landscaped, Private, Secluded, See Remarks
- Directions: From downtown, take Vickers south to University, right on W Forest Hills, immediate left on Oak Drive, house is on your left.
- Year Built: 1926
- Living Area: 3,304 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.48 Acres
- MLS Number: 10093136
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: Urban Durham Realty
- Office Phone: (919) 237-3701
- Office Email: courtneyjames@realtor.com
- Listing Agent: Susan Herst
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $591,542 | $8,251 |
2023 | $591,542 | $7,748 |
2022 | $591,542 | $7,571 |
2021 | $590,529 | $7,522 |
2020 | $590,529 | $7,345 |
2019 | $590,529 | $7,345 |
2018 | $586,230 | $7,952 |
2017 | $586,230 | $7,893 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
C.C. Spaulding Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1531 S Roxboro St
7
Morehead Montessori Magnet Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.7 mi
•909 Cobb St
3
Lakewood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•2520 Vesson Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,189. The most common annual income of people living in Durham, NC is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 19 Oak Dr
The listing price of 19 Oak Dr property is $1,078,000.
The property 19 Oak Dr is a house located in Durham, North Carolina, 27707.
Active Listing: 19 Oak Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 19 Oak Dr are: C.C. Spaulding Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Morehead Montessori Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lakewood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lakewood Montessori Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rogers-Herr Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Healthy Start Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), J D Clement Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Durham School of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hillside High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,251 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 19 Oak Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 19 Oak Dr is 3,304 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 19 Oak Dr is 1926.
This home is located at 19 Oak Dr in Durham, NC and zip code 27707 in the Forest Hills neighborhood. This 3,304 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,078,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Durham, NC there were more than 97 sold above asking price, over 139 sold below and more than 77 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in Durham, NC there were 15.2% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 27 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $426,415.