Rare opportunity in American Village -- a one-level ranch on a flat 0.43-acre lot next to Duke Forest, tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac. Offering 1,771 square feet of living space plus approximately 1,091 additional square feet across garage, workshop, patio, deck, and storage areas, this home delivers space, flexibility, and long-term value. An oversized detached two-car garage includes a 21x7 powered workshop, and the long, flat driveway provides ample parking. The fully fenced backyard is level and surrounded by mature trees -- ideal for entertaining, play, or gardening. Inside, real hardwood floors run throughout the living areas and bedrooms. The spacious living room anchors the home, custom closets add thoughtful storage, and the primary bath has been updated. The kitchen features a brand new dishwasher, sink, and garbage disposal (2026) along with a refrigerator less than three years old. Major capital improvements include a high-efficiency HVAC system (2025) with built-in UV filtration and Air Scrubber purification, reverse osmosis water filtration at the sink and ice maker, roof replaced in 2019, and fresh interior paint (2026). Convenient to Duke University and downtown Durham while maintaining residential privacy, this move-in ready home offers meaningful upgrades and strong long-term value in one of Durham's most consistently desirable neighborhoods.