Forest Park Homes with Basement

Welcome to Forest Park, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. This charming subdivision offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, making it an ideal choice for families, professionals, and anyone seeking a vibrant community atmosphere.

Forest Park is characterized by its tree-lined streets, beautifully landscaped yards, and a welcoming neighborhood spirit. With a variety of homes featuring basements, residents enjoy the added benefit of extra space that can be transformed into anything from a cozy family room to a home gym or a creative workspace. The versatility of these basements allows for customization that suits your lifestyle, providing ample room for growth and comfort.

Located in Wake County, Forest Park is just a stone's throw away from Raleigh’s bustling downtown, where you can enjoy a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. The area is also known for its excellent schools and proximity to parks, making it a fantastic place for families to thrive.

As you explore this delightful community, you'll find that Forest Park is not just a place to live, but a place to call home. With its friendly neighbors, engaging community events, and the beautiful backdrop of North Carolina's natural landscape, you're sure to create lasting memories here. Discover your dream home with a basement in Forest Park today, and experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.

Newest Forest Park Homes with Basement

$1,325,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10178468 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Located in Raleigh's historic Forest Park, this classic 1922 Dutch Colonial blends timeless architecture with comfortable everyday living. Just moments from the Village District, downtown Raleigh, NC State University, and Pullen Park, it offers the rare opportunity to enjoy one of Raleigh's most walkable and enduring historic neighborhoods. A welcoming foyer opens to a classic center-hall floor plan. Formal living and dining rooms, high ceilings, gracious proportions, and refinished hardwood floors (2025) showcase the home's enduring craftsmanship. The kitchen features painted white raised-panel cabinetry, granite countertops, and a classic white subway tile backsplash. It opens to the family room, creating comfortable daily living spaces that complement the home's historic character. A sunroom, screened porch, and two brick patios provide inviting spaces to relax, entertain, and enjoy the changing seasons. Upstairs, the primary suite features an ensuite bath. Two spacious secondary bedrooms, a hall bath, second-floor laundry, and a former sleeping porch now serving as a studio complete the second floor. A quaint staircase leads to a cozy space tucked beneath the roofline, ideal for media, hobbies, or a quiet retreat. A new second-floor HVAC system (June 2026) provides added comfort and peace of mind. Home to what many consider the best alley in Forest Park, the property offers abundant off-street parking—a highly sought-after feature in Raleigh's historic neighborhoods. The partially fenced backyard includes a garden shed.

306 Hillcrest Rd, Raleigh

$1,850,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10169785 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

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.

127 Forest Rd, Raleigh

$2,800,000

7 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10152602 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

The ''Crown Jewel'' of Forest Park. Constructed of locally-sourced stone with a slate roof, this architecturally significant home is sited on the largest land parcel in the neighborhood. This is a rare opportunity. Ready for restoration. Interior features include a grand entry hall, all formals, seven bedrooms, four full baths, one half bath. In a sylvan setting with majestic oaks and established garden beds, the property includes the house, anchored on a .50-acre lot with rear alley access to a stone garage, and an adjacent .19-acre lot at 204 Hawthorne, to be sold together -- for a total of .69 acres. Truly walkable location. The Village District is three short blocks away. Just steps to NC State, downtown Raleigh, the Y, restaurants, coffee shops and more! Listing agent must be present for showings.

216 204 Hawthorne Rd, Raleigh

$2,500,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10135815 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Where contemporary design meets Cary's coolest, most connected lifestyle. Welcome to 415 Webster Street, your chance to claim a luxury new build less than a mile from the heartbeat of Downtown Cary. Set on a quarter-acre and envisioned at more than 4,500 square feet, this proposed masterpiece pairs elevated architecture with an effortless, modern ambiance. The rendering and plans showcase clean lines, warm wood accents, generous glass, and a bright exterior that feels crisp, curated and completely current. Inside, the layout strikes a balance between indulgence and intention. Think soaring living spaces, statement finishes, and an intuitive flow that feels both stylish and livable. The plan features five total bedrooms and four and a half baths, including a private first-floor suite for added flexibility and an expansive first-floor laundry with endless potential! From a crafting space to Amazon package storage, this multi-purpose room seamlessly manages your odds and ends. The second level brings the fun with a game room, a theater or fitness room, and an additional laundry room. You also get a main-level laundry or craft room, perfect for creative projects or efficient day-to-day living. The design is smart, spacious and future-ready. And then there is the lifestyle. Step outside and you are roughly eight-tenths of a mile from Downtown Cary Park. The Nest, the park's signature destination for kids and families, was just named the number one public playground in America. From morning coffee runs to sunset concerts to community events that bring the whole town to life, this is where Cary feels energetic, vibrant and full of possibility. 415 Webster is your canvas, too. Love the proposed plan? Build it and enjoy the luxury. Want to bring your own idea for scale, style or layout? A buyer can partner with the award-winning Tobacco Road Custom Build team to bring a completely different vision to life. Luxury looks bold here. Luxury lives brighter here. Luxury feels more alive here. Your inspired Cary lifestyle awaits at 415 Webster Street - your indulgent hideaway in the heart of it all.

415 Webster St, Cary

$2,890,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 10154452 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Located in Forest Park, one of Raleigh's most sought-after inside-the-beltline neighborhoods, 117 Hillcrest Road offers a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home blending historic Georgian Revival design with modern luxury living. Originally built over 110 years ago, the home was once owned by Dr. John Reuer of NC State's College of Design. The current owners partnered with Katherine Hogan Architects to complete a full renovation, including a striking two-story modern addition. The project received a 2018 North Carolina American Institute of Architects award for its integration of historic and contemporary design. The historic portion features light-filled formal rooms, 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, detailed millwork, and a grand entry foyer with an elegant staircase. The modern addition offers open-concept living with floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking a private landscaped bamboo garden. A two-story circulation hall connects the historic and modern sections. The home spans three levels and includes a library with built-ins, formal and informal dining areas, and a chef's kitchen with scullery, Thermador appliances, professional gas range, three ovens, two refrigerators, two freezers, three dishwashers, and an ice maker. The lower level includes a media room, wine cellar, guest bedroom, and wellness space with gym, steam shower, and sauna. Upstairs features multiple bedrooms and two primary suites. The upper level of the modern wing serves as a private owner's retreat with dressing room and spa-style bath. Additional features include smart home technology, integrated security system, solar panels, recessed lighting, and a Tesla charging station. Exterior features include a gated driveway with stacked parking, dual entrances, and mature landscaping providing privacy. Conveniently located minutes from Downtown Raleigh, the Village District, parks, the YMCA, and major commuter routes.

117 Hillcrest Rd, Raleigh

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