About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 517 N East Street in Raleigh, NC is listed for $1,095,000 ($498 per sqft). Built in 1901, the home offers 2,201 sqft of living space on a 0.13 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1901
  • 0.13 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
2 full
1901

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Step into a piece of Raleigh history with this captivating HISTORIC OAKWOOD home! Fun Fact: This Queen Anne frame cottage was originally built in 1901 by contractor Jacob S. Allen for widow Lula Davis, at a cost of $1,785!! Wow. This home is filled with tons of character .

. . HARDWOODS everywhere, 11 ft. ceilings, 4 spacious bedrooms, FIREPLACES, and European kitchen (Sub Zero, farm sink and marble counters included!). Incredible basement & walkup storage (future expansion?!). Outside, the property continues to impress with its curb appeal and prime location.

Situated in a highly sought-after downtown pocket, you are just moments away from some of the city's best restaurants, Seaboard Station, and cultural landmarks. This isn't just a home; it's an opportunity to own a slice of one of Raleigh's most celebrated neighborhoods blending historic soul and urban convenience.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$5,856/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$792
Interest$4,745
Insurance$319

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

517 N East Street

Raleigh, NC 27604

Historic Oakwood

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Bathtub/Shower CombinationCedar Closet(s)ChandelierCrown MoldingDual ClosetsEntrance FoyerHigh CeilingsSmooth CeilingsStone CountersStorageWalk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

Rain Gutters

Property Details

Flooring

WoodHardwoodTile

Construction

Wood Siding

Pool Features

DeckPorch

Parking

On StreetDriveway

Heating

WoodWood StoveRadiant

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Built-In FreezerBuilt-In Gas RangeBuilt-In RefrigeratorCooktopDryerGas CooktopOvenRange HoodRefrigeratorWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 517 N East Street is listed at $1,095,000 ($498/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $5,856 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1901, 0.13 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Cedar Closet(s), Chandelier. Exterior Features: Rain Gutters.

This property is listed by Terri Poulsen and can be reached at 9192805323.

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Terri Poulsen

Agent at Compass -- Cary

(919) 280-5323

Listed by Compass -- Cary · View on Broker Site

MLS# 10176694· Source: listhub· 7 days on market

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517 N East Street, Raleigh, NC 27604

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