A Rare Gem in Forest Hills - Cottage home with a fully finished basement & Buyer Incentives! Welcome to 2203 University Drive, a beautifully restored cottage with bold Art Deco influence, located in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods—Forest Hills. With its stone façade, arched windows and doorways, and curated blend of vintage character and modern luxury, this home is truly one of a kind. Step inside to an open-concept living space filled with light and warmth. The living room features a classic fireplace that flows effortlessly into a spacious dining area and a fully updated kitchen complete with modern cabinetry, stylish finishes, and even a half bath for guests. Down the hall, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom—perfect for comfortable everyday living. But the real surprise comes downstairs: a private ensuite with its own living area, dry bar, bookshelf nook, spiral staircase, and separate entrance. Ideal for guests, in-laws, or extra income as a private rental suite. This home features: 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms Whole-house spray foam insulation Fully finished basement suite with private access Front street parking + private rear driveway Located just 3 minutes to Forest Hills Park and under 2 miles to Downtown Durham, DPAC, Tobacco District, Duke University, and Brightleaf Square Seller is offering UP TO $5,000 in closing cost credit with preferred lender—to be used at the buyer's discretion! Whether applied to buying down your rate, covering lender fees, or reducing cash-to-close, this is a rare opportunity to save big. Whether you're drawn to the curb appeal, charm, or location—this home checks all the boxes. Homes with this kind of architectural detail and flexibility don't come around often.
For sale
$697,000
2203 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707
3beds
2,394sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$672,700 Zestimate®
$291/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage characterFully finished basement suiteModern luxuryPrivate rear drivewayFront street parkingOpen-concept living spaceClassic fireplace
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 16, 2025 at 02:41am
Listed by:
Deline Moscoso 305-434-5601,
Compass -- Raleigh
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10105670

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Bar, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,394
- Total interior livable area: 2,394 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,589
- Finished area below ground: 805
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Open
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 5,662.8 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 107587
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Parking
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $291/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $311,133
- Annual tax amount: $4,339
- Date on market: 6/26/2025
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