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144 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
Now being renovated and updated. Tours are welcome during renovations.
3 bedroom, 2 full bath home on a private 1 acre wooded lot in a quiet, established Raleigh neighborhood. This classic mid century ranch offers a warm, inviting feel with rich wood trim, custom built ins, fresh paint, and new carpet throughout.
The home features a comfortable layout with a cozy living room and separate eat in dining area, ideal for everyday living or hosting. Natural wood accents and timeless details create a unique, lived in charm that is hard to find.
Enjoy a peaceful setting with a fully wooded backyard, front porch, and back patio, perfect for relaxing with added privacy.
The kitchen includes tile flooring and granite countertops, offering both style and functionality. An attached 1.5 car garage adds convenience.
Located in the Wake County School District and conveniently situated near I-40 and US-401, just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday essentials including Food Lion.
Rental Requirements
Good tenant history with landlord recommendation
Good credit
2 months rent as deposit plus first month's rent due at lease signing
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Tenant pays for all service and utility obligations (Water, Electric, Trash Disposal)
House for rent
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$1,695/mo
Fees may apply
144 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
3beds
1,634sqft
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Single family residence
Available Wed Apr 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air, ceiling fan
Hookups laundry
Attached garage parking
Forced air, heat pump
What's special
Front porchAdded privacyCustom built insFresh paintTimeless detailsKitchen includes tile flooringFully wooded backyard
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Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago
Listing updated: March 27, 2026 at 02:35pm
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, WD Hookup
- Laundry: Hookups
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), WD Hookup
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,634 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Private
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Garbage not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Living room, Water not included in rent, major appliances provided, mature neighborhood, upgraded kitchen, wood trim
Details
- Parcel number: 1609817759
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $1,695-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $1,750-2.5%$1/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $1,795-3%$1/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Price change | $1,850-4.4%$1/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Price change | $1,935-1.5%$1/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,965$1/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $1,965$1/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,965+3.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/20/2023 | Price change | $1,898-5%$1/sqft |
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| 3/6/2023 | Price change | $1,998-2.5%$1/sqft |
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| 2/15/2023 | Price change | $2,050-7%$1/sqft |
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| 2/7/2023 | Price change | $2,205-4.8%$1/sqft |
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| 1/30/2023 | Price change | $2,315-1.3%$1/sqft |
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| 1/16/2023 | Price change | $2,345-7.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/10/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,545+41.5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/30/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/16/2022 | Price change | $1,799-0.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/13/2022 | Price change | $1,815+1.1%$1/sqft |
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| 1/11/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,795+38.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/30/2018 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 4/24/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 12/5/2017 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 10/11/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 27603
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rand Road ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10North Garner MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 8/10South Garner HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
- North Carolina
- Wake County
- Raleigh
- 27603
- 144 Fern Forest Dr







