127 Forest Rd

Raleigh, NC 27605

$1,850,000
Price
5
Beds
4,308 Sq. Ft.
$429 / Sq. Ft.
4,308
Sq. Ft.
$429
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Megan Hackley • Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int

Property Details for 127 Forest Road

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Yes
Subdivision
Forest Park
LISTING UPDATED: 05/27/2026 02:12 PM

Property Details for 127 Forest Road

StatusActive
MLS #10169785
Days on Market17
Taxes$13,474 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
CountyWake County
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Building Information for 127 Forest Road

Stories3Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

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Property Information for 127 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-6
  • 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.
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Park
  • Latitude: 35.785625
  • Longitude: -78.658184
  • Road Frontage Type: Alley, City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,474.00
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 8
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Wiley
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin
  • High School: Wake - Broughton
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Alley Access, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Private
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4308.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Native Plants
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Other Area Above Grade: 763
  • Other Area Below Grade: 734
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1497
  • Parcel Number: 170417113063000 0061250
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 75
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Community Features: Historical Area, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Side Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal, Slate
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
  • Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • 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
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
  • 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
  • Equipment 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
  • Interior: Alley Access, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Private, Wood Siding, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
  • Equipment: 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, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Alley Access, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Private
  • Additional Equipment: Dehumidifier, Generator
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 15.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12.8 x 18.2
  • Room Width: 18.2
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14.5
  • Room Width: 14.5
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.6 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 12.6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 9.4 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 9.4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 14.6 x 9.4
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 9.4
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Office
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 14.2 x 18.2
  • Room Width: 18.2
  • Room Length: 14.2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 18.3
  • Room Width: 18.3
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Other
Room 14
  • Room Description: Low Ceilings
  • Room Dimensions: 18.6 x 11.5
  • Room Width: 11.5
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 15
  • Room Dimensions: 5.3 x 9.7
  • Room Width: 9.7
  • Room Length: 5.3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Mud Room
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 127 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10169785

$1,850,000—
Jun 27, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197879412

$125,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10169785

$1,850,000
06/27/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197879412

$125,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 127 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$850,000Additions$692,713Total$1,542,713
Tax Record2025$13,474 ($1,123 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,260 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1990ZoningR-6CountyWAKEAPN1704.17-11-3063 0061250Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 127 Forest Road

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wiley Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Oberlin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Needham Broughton High
Public - 9 to 12
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public - 6 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Wiley Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Oberlin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Needham Broughton High
Public9 to 12

Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public6 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 127 Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27605

127 Forest Road is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27605. This property was listed for sale on May 27, 2026 by Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int, it's currently listed at $1,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on June 27, 2006. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Wiley Elementary, Oberlin Middle School and Needham Broughton High. 127 Forest Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,308 sqft single family home built in 1914.

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