
Neighborhood: Walltown
- College NearbyLocal university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Hiking TrailsNearby trails offer adventure, exercise, and scenic escapes into nature.
Anchored by Duke University, 27705 blends leafy pockets like Old West Durham and Duke Forest with the buzzing Ninth Street and Erwin Road corridors. Expect warm, humid summers, mild winters, and a lifestyle that mixes scholarly energy with laid-back Southern charm. Recent Zillow market trends show a median rent around $1,650, with most listings between $1,200 and $2,500 over the past few months. Daily conveniences include Whole Foods on Broad Street, Food Lion on Hillsborough Road, coffee at Joe Van Gogh and Cocoa Cinnamon, and dining at Vin Rouge, Parizade, and Cosmic Cantina; Orangetheory and local studios keep fitness easy. Signature green spaces - Sarah P. Duke Gardens, the Al Buehler Trail, and nearby Eno River paths - invite hikes, jogs, and bikes with pups in tow. The Nasher Museum, Duke Chapel, and Ninth Street patios shape an arts-forward dining scene. Family- and pet-friendly vibes meet quick access to I-85, 15-501, downtown Durham, RTP, and Chapel Hill.
Powered by Zillow data and AI technology.
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Near Forest Pointe
- Rock Quarry Park, featuring an athletic field, recreation center, picnic tables, a playground, tennis courts and a youth baseball field, is less than a 5-minute drive away.
- La Cacerola Café & Restaurant, a Latin American eatery serving large portions of Honduran cuisine including chicken dishes, pupusas, seafood soup and chicharrones, is a 5-minute walk away.
- Brightleaf Square, featuring a variety of unique shops like Jack - Him, Her and Home and James Kennedy Antiques as well as hosting summer concerts, is a 5-minute drive away.
- West End Billiards, a pool hall and sports bar with lots of TVs for watching the game as well as pool tables, shuffle board and indoor Bocce ball, is a 5-minute drive away.
Nearby schools in Durham
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10E K Powe ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Frequently asked questions
Forest Pointe has a walk score of 69, it's somewhat walkable.
Forest Pointe has a transit score of 27, it has some transit.
The schools assigned to Forest Pointe include E K Powe Elementary, Brogden Middle, and Riverside High School.
Forest Pointe is in the Walltown neighborhood in Durham, NC.
Do you manage this property?
Claiming gives you access to insights and data about this property.






