Gallery Living room with white coffered ceiling, fireplace, neutral sofas, and patio doors
Description

A timeless new community. A historic location.

About This Community

Learn more about the history of Pinecrest
Discover the full story behind this remarkable estate and its historic transformation. Visit the Pinecrest website to explore the rich history, architectural heritage, and vision that inspired the new Pinecrest community.
Tudor-style brick home with multiple gables, chimneys, and mature landscaping
Amenities

A Storied Past, Reimagined for Today

The grounds that now comprise Pinecrest have a rich and distinguished history. The Forest Hills neighborhood was originally envisioned by former Durham mayor W. J. Griswold and landscape architect Earle Sumner Draper as a “garden suburb” featuring large estate lots in a lush, park-like setting. In the 1920s, architect George Watts Carr designed several of the first homes here, including the Tudor Revival-style mansion built for financier James Orr Cobb and his wife, Virginia. In 1935, the estate was purchased by Mary Duke Biddle, who named her new home Pinecrest. For decades, the property remained in the Duke family and served as a place for gatherings and special events.

In 2018, the estate began a new chapter when it was purchased by a group of Durham-based developers who were committed to preserving its legacy while shaping its future. Their vision carefully integrates the original mansion, now a designated historic landmark, with new homes designed to complement its Tudor elegance. This restoration honors the craftsmanship and story of Pinecrest while welcoming a new generation to live within its storied grounds.

Quick delivery homes

The Designer Home Collection: Quick Move-In Homes With Designer-Curated Selections

Two-story home with white and dark gray exterior, arched entry, and wrought iron gate
Move-In Ready
1427 Bivins Street
Home Site: 1
Augustine
$2,995,000 $2,915,000
4 bd
4 1 ba
5,241 sqft
Two-story brick home with steep roofline, chimney, arched porch, and landscaped yard
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1336 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 16
Beverly
$1,725,000
4 bd
4 2 ba
3,456 sqft
Two-story brick home with stone chimney, arched porch entry, and dormer windows on a landscaped lot
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1308 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 21
Beverly
$1,880,000
4 bd
4 2 ba
3,973 sqft
Two-story white brick home with covered front porch, dual chimneys, and dark shingle roof
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1314 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 20
Beverly
$1,960,000
4 bd
4 2 ba
3,973 sqft
Two-story white brick home with stone chimney, arched covered porch, and dormer windows
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1324 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 18
Beverly
$1,965,000
4 bd
4 2 ba
3,973 sqft
Two-story home with tan stucco exterior, covered front porch with columns, and stone chimney
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1320 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 19
Hilda
$1,465,000
3 bd
3 1 ba
2,481 sqft
Two-story brick home with covered front porch, columns, metal roof, and chimney
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1330 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 17
Dorothy
$1,395,000
3 bd
3 1 ba
2,412 sqft
Two-story home with brick and stucco exterior, arched entry, stone chimney, and dark shingle roof
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1300 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 22
Amelia
$1,685,000
4 bd
4 1 ba
3,131 sqft
Two-story home with white brick exterior, stone chimney, dark roof, and large windows on green lawn
Appointments Begin April 13, 2026
1343 Eldon Circle
Home Site: 40
Caroline
$2,015,000
5 bd
4 1 ba
4,105 sqft
Floor Plans

Ready to custom build? Curated & Custom Plans Available

Two-story home with brick and stucco exterior, stone chimney, arched entry, and dark shingle roof
Amelia
Starting at $1,649,000
4  bd
4.5  ba
3,131  sqft
Two-story brick home with steep rooflines, chimney, arched porch, and landscaped yard
Beverly
Starting at $1,675,000
4  bd
5.0  ba
3,456  sqft
Two-story home with white brick exterior, stone chimney, dark roof, and large windows on green lawn
Caroline
Starting at $1,935,000
5  bd
4.5  ba
4,105  sqft
House sketch with custom plans available text overlay and front porch
Custom Plans Available!
Starting at $2,995,000
4  bd
4.5  ba
5,241  sqft
Two-story brick home with covered front porch, columns, metal roof, and chimney
Dorothy
Starting at $1,377,000
3  bd
3.5  ba
2,412  sqft
Site Plan
Durham, NC

A Legacy of Design, Nature, and Community

Today, Pinecrest offers a rare opportunity to live within a historic estate that has been thoughtfully reimagined for modern life. The 10-acre property retains its original 1927 mansion and caretaker’s cottage, both of which will be meticulously restored, alongside new luxury residences that reflect Durham’s evolving urban identity. Residents enjoy shared parks, walking trails, and convenient access to the area’s cultural attractions, educational institutions, and health systems. Pinecrest is more than a place to live. It is a community built on legacy, connection, and enduring beauty.

Pinecrest
Durham, NC
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