311 Old Forest Creek Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27514
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,993 SqFt
Open House
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,993 sqft
Price per Sqft $345
Subdivision Forest Creek
MLS Listing ID 10170433
Style House
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N Yes
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,993
Year Built 1983
Annual Tax Amount $10,804
Lot Size 0.410 Acres
Acres 0.41
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Triangle MLS
Property Description
Built by local legend JP Goforth, this home carries the kind of craftsmanship and character that only comes from someone who truly knew how to build for this community. The current owners have honored that legacy while bringing the home in line with today's most discerning buyers and the result is something special.
The welcome begins before you even reach the front door. Professionally landscaped grounds offer low-maintenance beauty with blooms and greenery that carry through every season. Out back, a fully fenced yard becomes your private retreat that includes a covered porch with a porch swing, a screened-in porch, a generous stone patio, and a firepit make this a space you'll actually live in, rain or shine, spring through winter.
Step inside and you're greeted by rich hardwood floors that flow seamlessly through the main level, up the stairs, and across the entire second floor. To the right, the living room fills with natural light from windows on two sides, and its thoughtfully placed doors allow it to serve equally well as a home office, media room, or formal gathering space -- whatever your life calls for.
The main level powder room has been fully refreshed, and the adjacent laundry room earns its keep with an abundance of custom built-in cabinetry. A convenient exterior door connects this space directly to the screened porch and backyard.
Then there's the kitchen and it genuinely stops people in their tracks. A complete remodel brought custom cabinetry, stunning Quartzite countertops and island, and a suite of top-tier stainless steel appliances including a Bosch dishwasher, double oven with convection microwave, and warming drawer. An oversized window was added specifically to frame the backyard views. A dedicated coffee bar, beverage refrigerator, and generous pantry cabinetry complete a space that works as hard as it looks beautiful.
The wall between the kitchen and family room was opened to create that easy, connected flow so whoever is in the kitchen is never out of the conversation, and the warmth of the fireplace reaches both rooms at once.
Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms have been freshened with new paint, updated light fixtures, and new door hardware. The primary suite's bathroom is a true sanctuary: a double-sink vanity, a luxurious steam shower, and a new window that bathes the room in natural light. The hall bathroom has also been fully updated with clean, neutral finishes that feel fresh and timeless.
The lower level adds real flexibility -- a bonus room, a full bathroom, and an exterior egress door make it ideal for guests, a home office, a gym, or whatever your household needs.
And then there's the neighborhood. Old-growth trees, top-rated Chapel Hill schools, and a location that puts the YMCA, UNC, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, the library, parks, great dining, and I-40 within easy reach, this is a home that makes everyday life feel effortlessly good.
Location
State NC
County Orange
Community Other
Zoning R-1
Direction From MLK Jr Blvd or Airport Rd, turn onto Piney Mountain Rd, then turn left onto Old Forest Creek Dr. Home will be on the right.
Rooms
Other Rooms • Primary Bedroom: 15.6 x 13 (Second)
• Bedroom 2: 12 x 10.2 (Second)
• Bedroom 3: 12 x 10.2 (Second)
• Dining Room: 14 x 13 (Main)
• Family Room: 19.6 x 12.7 (Main)
• Kitchen: 14.8 x 13.3 (Main)
• Laundry: 5.6 x 8.4 (Main)
Basement Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Partial, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Interior
Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Radon Mitigation, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Walk-In Shower
Heating Forced Air, Gas Pack, Heat Pump
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Multi Units, Zoned
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Family Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Bar Fridge, Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Washer, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Back Yard, Fenced, Gate
Pool None
Community Features Other
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
View Y/N Yes
View Trees/Woods
Roof Type Shingle
Street Surface Asphalt
Garage Yes
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Level, Wooded
Faces From MLK Jr Blvd or Airport Rd, turn onto Piney Mountain Rd, then turn left onto Old Forest Creek Dr. Home will be on the right.
Story 2
Foundation Block
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional, Transitional
Level or Stories 2
Structure Type HardiPlank Type
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Chapel Hill Carrboro - Estes Hills Elementary School
Middle Schools Ch/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
High Schools Ch/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Senior Community No
Tax ID 9789473832
Special Listing Condition Standard
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