1705 Oakboro Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614
What's special
Welcome to 1705 Oakboro Drive, where timeless charm meets beautiful updates in North Raleigh's sought-after Falls River community! Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,509 square feet, this inviting home combines flexible living spaces with a peaceful, garden-inspired setting. The home has been thoughtfully refreshed inside and out, with interior and exterior painting, a beautifully updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and backsplash, refreshed bathrooms, professionally refreshed hardwood floors, new carpeting, and stylish lighting and hardware throughout. Updated kitchen appliances and thoughtful finishing touches add to the home's fresh, inviting feel while preserving its original charm. The versatile floor plan offers a formal living room with gas-log fireplace, dining room, breakfast area, and a sun-filled sunroom overlooking the gardens. A flexible fourth bedroom offers wonderful possibilities for a home office, playroom, or creative retreat. Outside, discover your own little secret garden! Mature landscaping, winding brick pathways, a patio, and charming garden cottage create a delightful setting for relaxing or entertaining. Imagine morning coffee overlooking the gardens, evenings on the welcoming front porch, and weekends enjoying everything Falls River has to offer. Falls River's tree-lined streets, sidewalks, parks, playgrounds, and nearby greenway trails create a welcoming, connected neighborhood. Oakboro Park is less than a block away, with Durant Nature Preserve and Falls Lake nearby. Optional Greenway Club membership offers swimming, tennis, pickleball, and more. Shopping, dining, healthcare, and convenient access to I-540 are just minutes away. Falls River has aged beautifully, with mature trees, established amenities, and a desirable North Raleigh location that give the community enduring appeal. The very qualities that make it a wonderful place to live also make it an attractive long-term investment in lifestyle and location. Beautiful updates, enchanting gardens, and the enduring charm of Falls River. Welcome home!
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Monica Severt 919-760-0198,
eXp Realty, LLC - C,
Theresa Lunt 702-217-4909,
eXp Realty, LLC - C
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 207.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.2 x 14.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 140.22 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 12.3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 154.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 12.7
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 326.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.5 x 15.2
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 115.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 12.8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 12.8
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 273.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 15.2
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 273.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 15.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 140.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 161.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 12.8
Other
- Description: Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
Other
- Description: Garage
- Level: Main
- Area: 484 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 22.0
Other
- Description: Front porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.0 x 7.0
Other
- Description: Shed/Cottage
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Water Closet, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,509
- Total interior livable area: 2,509 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,509
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Hardwood Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 172801473616000 0229431
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
- Major remodel year: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Falls River
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $410 annually
- HOA name: Towne Properties
- HOA phone: 919-878-8787
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $257/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $527,110
- Annual tax amount: $4,616
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2026 | Pending sale | $645,000$257/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #10199608 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $645,000+174.5%$257/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10199608 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2024 | Listing removed | $2,800$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/30/2024 | Price change | $2,800-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 4/24/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,000-3.2%$1/sqft |
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| 4/11/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,100$1/sqft |
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| 10/17/1997 | Sold | $235,000$94/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,617 +0.4% | $527,110 |
| 2024 | $4,598 +15.1% | $527,110 +44.5% |
| 2023 | $3,995 +7.6% | $364,667 |
| 2022 | $3,712 +4% | $364,667 |
| 2021 | $3,568 | $364,667 |
| 2020 | -- | $364,667 +14.6% |
| 2019 | $3,708 | $318,270 |
| 2018 | -- | $318,270 |
| 2017 | $3,331 +2.1% | $318,270 |
| 2016 | $3,263 -2.4% | $318,270 -0.8% |
| 2015 | $3,341 +5.4% | $320,737 |
| 2014 | $3,169 | $320,737 |
| 2013 | -- | $320,737 |
| 2012 | -- | $320,737 |
| 2011 | -- | $320,737 |
| 2010 | -- | $320,737 |
| 2009 | -- | $320,737 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$627,400
$596,000 - $659,000
$2,564/mo
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