Forest Hills Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Information

Forest Hills is a beautiful, older community with well-maintained houses, tree-lined streets and a variety of architectural styles and designs. Unlike many of the "cookie-cutter" developments that have popped up over the last five to ten years, Fores Hills maintains unique characteristics in its homes. From mature landscaping to large lots, Forest Hills is perfect for an individual or family looking for a well-developed neighborhood that is close to Downtown Wilmington, Market Street, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Independence Mall, Screen Gems Studios and the Wilmington International Airport.

Why Consider Living in Forest Hills

  • Located just several miles from Historic Downtown Wilmington and the Cape Fear River
  • Easily one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Wilmington
  • Diverse housing opportunities. Architecture ranges from small brick ranches to large colonial mansions on multiple acre lots.
  • Walkability - many areas in Forest Hills have sidewalks. You will see many people running, walking, and biking the neighborhood.
  • Pocket parks. There are multiple parks located in the neighborhood.
  • Close to the Wilmington YMCA and O2 Fitness.
  • Near Downtown and Midtown restaurants and shopping outlets.
  • Wilmington's Cross City Trail borders parts of Forest Hills.

Begin your search for homes in the lovely neighborhood of Forest Hills by browsing our listings below.

Looking for a smaller or less expensive home close to Forest Hills? If so you might want to check out homes for sale in Carolina Place.

Recently Listed Homes for Sale in Forest Hills

$299,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100366822 MLS
This exquisite Mid-Century modern home is filled with tons of WOW factor! This home should be at the top of your list of home tours this weekend! Some of the great interior features are the original wood flooring in the family room and hallway, gorgeous LVP flooring in the kitchen, trendy light fixtures, recessed lighting, crown molding, and all three bathrooms renovated! The kitchen is truly the heart of the home and has received an amazing transformation. There's a large kitchen island that contains a farmhouse-style apron sink and dishwasher. Beautiful granite counters and the marble backsplash are the center of attention as soon as you enter! Stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry, wainscoting, crown molding, and light fixtures complete the space. There's a spacious ensuite just off of the kitchen and two bedrooms at the other end of the home. There is a second family room through the dining room which features a fireplace and could serve as a multi-function space. Enjoy all seasons on the screened-in porch and look forward to entertaining friends and family by hosting bbq's and pool parties. See the link for the 3D virtual tour! We offer in-person or virtual home tours. Call now to secure your showing appointment.

302 Doris Avenue, Jacksonville
$229,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100364636 MLS
Welcome to Forest Hills! This charming ranch style home has everything you need and more. Original hardwood floors through the living area and bedrooms. Huge bonus room perfect for entertaining, game room, work out area, the possibilities are endless. This home is also centrally located minutes from restaurants, entertainment and base. Call today to check this one out for yourself

304 Doris Avenue, Jacksonville
$135,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100356686 MLS
THIS COULD BE YOUR HAPPY PLACE! Walk into the Carolina Room, and step up into the homes open floor plan where the owner has added decorative tongue and groove with chair railing to accent the living room and island. Great setup so that the Kitchen and Living area serve as gathering areas of any size. The kitchen island invites conversation and seating to entertain the cook. New tile kitchen countertops, stainless steel refrigerator and stove plus built in microwave and large pantry to store all your extra kitchen supplies and groceries. Enjoy the accent walls that were added in the kitchen and bathrooms. New laminate flooring throughout the home, new shower units in both bathrooms were installed and a 50 gallon water heater. Front bedroom offers access to hall bathroom and plenty of closet room. Just past the kitchen is the master bedroom and large closet plus updated bathroom fixtures. The Carolina Room offers lots of windows to allow the natural sunlight into the room to enjoy the coastal breezes plus a window unit! Enjoy the day and evening on the front deck and the home also offers an outbuilding for extra storage. Lots of updates/remodel to this home so you are ready to bring your personal touch to your future coastal lifestyle!

2208 Hickory Place Sw, Supply
$599,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100342817 MLS
Charming newly renovated home in desirable neighborhood of Forest Hills. Located in midtown Wilmington. Four bedrooms, three full baths and a beautiful open space concept. The floor plan is an easy- to-live in design with all first floor living space! Enjoy an oversized back yard on a beautiful deck. The kitchen features new kitchen cabinets with Cortez counter tops. All new vanities in all bathrooms with Cortez counter tops. New light fixtures and ceiling fans throughout. New doors interior and exterior. Stunning refinished hard wood floors throughout the home expect in the master bedroom. New LVP flooring in master. Recently installed roof. New double 2 garage door system. New electrical system throughout the home and garage with 100 amp service. New PEX water system throughout. Remodeled with new sheet rock for the entire home and garage. Newly installed moisture barrier in crawl space. Brand new HVAC system with 10 year warranty. Your dream home is waiting for you! Homeowners are both NC licensed Real Estate Brokers.

827 Colonial Drive, Wilmington

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