127 Forest Road · Raleigh, NC 27605

Raleigh, NC 27605 · Forest Park
ActiveSingle FamilyForest ParkRaleigh TownshipWake County
$1,850,000
$429 / sq ftListed Oct 21, 2026

5
Bedrooms

5
Bathrooms

4,308
Square feet

0.19
Acres

1920
Year built
Forest ParkRaleigh TownshipWake CountyMLS 10199509

127 Forest RoadActive
$1,850,000 · 5 bd · 5 ba · 4,308 sf

Highlights

  • Original Hardwood Floors
  • Ionic Columns
  • Sweeping Front Porch
  • Coffered Dining Room
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this home

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.

Location

Raleigh Township · Wake County · Raleigh, NC

Property history

2 listings on Doorify MLS since 2026
  1. Listed for saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10199509$1,850,000$429/sqft
  2. Listing RemovedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10169785$1,850,000$429/sqft
  3. Listed for saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10169785$1,850,000

Documents

1 floor plan

Nearby listings

Near 127 Forest Road · Raleigh, NC 27605

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  • Pending (2)
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Listings Nearby to Listing

127 Forest Road
Forest Park · This home
$1,850,000
4,308
$429
5
1920
0.19
Active
Oct 21, 2026
116 Hawthorne Road
Not in a Subdivision
$959,000
3,444
$278
6
1915
0.2
Active
Sep 26, 2026
204 Hawthorne Road
Forest Park
$2,600,000
4,750
$547
7
1915
0.5
Active
Sep 26, 2026
117 Hillcrest Road
Forest Park
$2,890,000
6,255
$462
5
1916
0.26
Active
Oct 7, 2026
113 Hillcrest Road
Forest Park
$1,580,000
3,443
$459
5
2004
0.14
Sold
Oct 9, 2026
215 Hillcrest Road
Forest Park
$1,700,000
4,429
$384
5
1917
0.45
Sold
Sep 22, 2026

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