Find a Home That Feels Like Yours

At The Forest at Duke, home looks a little different for everyone. Some residents are drawn to the ease of apartment living close to community amenities. Others prefer the space and privacy of a duplex cottage or single-family home. Some want the fresh, contemporary feel of The Terraces, while others love the comfort and convenience of our classic apartment residences.

However you picture your next chapter, our independent living residences are designed to offer comfort, connection, and room to live the way you choose.

Explore Our Independent Living Residences

The Forest offers a variety of residence styles, each with its own character, advantages, and sense of place within our Durham campus. Browse the options below to learn more about available floor plans, features, and lifestyle benefits.

Classic Apartments

Located in and around the heart of campus, our classic apartments offer convenient access to dining, programs, wellness opportunities, and community spaces. These residences are ideal for those who enjoy being close to the daily rhythm of life at The Forest.

Contemporary Apartments

The Terraces offer contemporary apartment living with spacious floor plans, open-concept kitchens, 10-foot ceilings, oversized screened balconies, and direct indoor access to the Community Center through heated and air-conditioned hallways. As our newest independent living residences, The Terraces combine modern design with easy connection to campus life.

Cottages

Our cottages offer a residential feel with added privacy and space, while still keeping residents connected to the services, amenities, and community life of The Forest. These homes are a great fit for those who want a little more independence while remaining close to everything our campus has to offer.

Fountain View Lane Homes

For those who prefer the feel of a standalone home, our single-family residences on Fountain View Lane offer generous living space, privacy, and the freedom to settle into a home that feels familiar, comfortable, and distinctly your own.

Designed for Comfort, Connection, and Peace of Mind

No matter which residence style you choose, life at The Forest offers more than a beautiful place to live. Residents enjoy access to dining, wellness programs, lifelong learning opportunities, social events, walking paths, gardens, and a full continuum of care as future needs arise.

Here, your home is part of a larger community: one built around connection, purpose, and the freedom to enjoy each day your way.