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"Color is one of the great things in the world that makes life worth living to me." — Georgia O'Keefe. Tucked behind a wrought-iron gate on a peaceful, fully fenced .29 acre lot, this enchanting 1931 colonial revival in Forest Hills is a home with a story to tell. Formerly knowns as the Earnest D. Rowe house; historic charm quietly hums through this light filled home with six over six sash windows, original wood slat walls, refreshed hardwood floors, and expansive ceilings. The tastefully updated kitchen and primary bathroom blend the character of another era with thoughtful modern comforts. Two bedrooms on the main level are complemented by a third bedroom and fu...ll bath upstairs. Gather beside the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, or retreat to the fully heated and cooled glass sunroom for a quiet moment overlooking the whispering trees and gardens. Beyond the stone garden path lies the property's extraordinary surprise: a detached artist's studio with dramatic doors that open to a unique mosaic patio. A mini-split system, full bathroom, kitchenette, parquet flooring, wood burning stove and storage room allows guests to reflect as they linger and gaze at the peaceful gardens. Designed for creativity and possibility, this remarkable space invites everything from artistic pursuits to a private writing retreat. Studio building age is unknown. Located within the annexation to the Morehead Hill Historic District, the property offers historic character without local historic-district restrictions on exterior changes. Qualifying rehabilitation projects may be eligible for historic tax incentives, subject to applicable requirements. Just minutes from Duke University and downtown Durham's celebrated restaurants, craft breweries, eclectic bars, and vibrant cultural scene, this home offers a rare balance of privacy, inspiration, and connection. A home with history, a garden with soul, and a studio that leaves room for possibility. For those who value originality over the ordinary, this peaceful home invites you to make something beautiful of your own. Call Natalie for details, 919-442-9730

Doorify MLS of North Carolina, MLS#: 10202966
Listed By: Keller Williams Elite Realty, Natalie Marrone

Sunday, November 15, 2026
from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms

  • Full bathrooms: 2

Appliances

  • Gas Water Heater
  • Refrigerator

Architectural Style

  • Colonial
  • Cottage

Basement

  • Crawl Space

Common Walls

  • No Common Walls

Community Features

  • Park
  • Playground
  • Tennis Court(s)

Construction Materials

  • Block
  • Brick
  • Brick Veneer
  • Wood Siding

Cooling

  • Central Air
  • Electric

Exterior Features

  • Garden

Fencing

  • Wrought Iron
  • Other

Fireplace Features

  • Wood Burning

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Wood

Foundation Details

  • Block
  • Brick/Mortar

Heating

  • Central
  • Natural Gas

Interior Features

  • Bathtub/Shower Combination
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Chandelier
  • Dressing Room
  • Dual Closets
  • High Ceilings
  • Kitchen Island
  • Second Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Shower

Laundry Features

  • Inside
  • Main Level

Levels

  • One and One Half

Lot Features

  • Back Yard
  • Front Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Private
  • Sloped Up

Other Equipment

  • Other

Other Structures

  • Shed(s)

Parking Features

  • Concrete
  • Driveway
  • Gravel

Patio and Porch Features

  • Front Porch
  • Glass Enclosed

Property Condition

  • Updated/Remodeled

Road Frontage Type

  • City Street

Road Responsibility

  • Public Maintained Road

Road Surface Type

  • Asphalt

Roof

  • Metal

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

Structure Type

  • House
  • Site Built

Utilities

  • Cable Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Connected
  • Water Connected

WaterSource

  • Public

Window Features

  • Screens
  • Wood Frames
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Listed By:
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Natalie Marrone

Data Source: Doorify MLS of North Carolina

MLS#: 10202966

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