Nestled in the heart of Historic Oakwood in Downtown Raleigh sits this stunning 1898 E.H. Love House that has been gorgeously renovated with the perfect balance of turn of the century southern charm and modern stylish appointments. This home is truly special and is filled with exceptional features that include: beautifully landscaped lot with rose bushes, mature trees, Japanese maples and more; inviting wrap around porch with swing and room for several rocking chairs; secured parking within your private rear gated driveway off public rear alley; 2 car heated/cooled detached finished garage or workshop; lovely refinished knotty pine hardwoods throughout 1st and 2nd floor; original millwork beautifully restored throughout; original color block stained glass transom over front door; 10ft smooth ceilings on 1st and 9ft on 2nd; 5 working fireplaces with gas logs and 3 decorative fireplaces; chef's kitchen with custom floor to ceiling cabinets, GE Monogram commercial grade gas stove/grill/double oven and built-in refrig; private bar off family room with walk-in wine cellar; office or media room with 3D TV; custom built-in ceiling speakers throughout home; wired for Google fiber; solar panels on roof provide credit with utility company; huge primary suite with sitting room with custom built-ins, crystal chandelier; walk-in cedar closet with stacked washer/dryer, spa bath with walk-in steam shower and sliver clawed vessel tub; each additional bedroom has en-suite updated baths; custom stone courtyard/patio with built-in gas grill, pizza oven, fireplace and bar; wrought iron gates, fencing and much more! All this and within the desired subd of Historic Oakwood which provides a walk-able, friendly neighborhood to Downtown Raleigh's shops and restaurants including the popular areas of Peace St and Oakwood Park. Life is good here! Seller is requesting an Offer Deadline for Sunday the 19th at 5pm please.
Sold for $1,700,000
$1,700,000
511 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27601
3beds
3,475sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1898
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$1,699,600 Zestimate®
$489/sqft
$5,407 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,699,600
$1.61M - $1.78M
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Listed by:
David Henry Johnson 919-623-6855,
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek
Bought with:
Anne Godwin, 299249
Insight Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10160123
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Keeping Room, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wet Bar, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Decorative, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Outside, Master Bedroom, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,475
- Total interior livable area: 3,475 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,475
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Parking Pad, Paver Block
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Wrap Around, See Remarks
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Gate, Wood, Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 1704903802
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Local Historic Designation, Traditional, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Historical Area, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Raleigh
- Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Sold | $1,700,000+21.9%$489/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$401/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+13.9%$401/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2021 | Sold | $1,225,000+2.5%$353/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2406339 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2021 | Contingent | $1,195,000$344/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2406339 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000+35%$344/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2406339 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2018 | Sold | $885,000$255/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2190971 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2018 | Pending sale | $885,000$255/sqft |
Source: Glenwood Agency, LLC #2190971 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $885,000+70.2%$255/sqft |
Source: Glenwood Agency, LLC #2190971 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2006 | Sold | $520,000$150/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,914 +0.4% | $1,249,181 |
| 2024 | $10,869 +12.9% | $1,249,181 +41.7% |
| 2023 | $9,630 +7.6% | $881,618 |
| 2022 | $8,946 +4.1% | $881,618 |
| 2021 | $8,598 +1.9% | $881,618 |
| 2020 | $8,441 +10.1% | $881,618 +33.7% |
| 2019 | $7,664 | $659,631 |
| 2018 | $7,664 +11.4% | $659,631 |
| 2017 | $6,882 +2.1% | $659,631 |
| 2016 | $6,740 +3.7% | $659,631 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $6,497 | $625,484 |
| 2014 | -- | $625,484 |
| 2013 | -- | $625,484 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $612,154 |
| 2011 | -- | $612,154 |
| 2010 | -- | $612,154 |
| 2009 | -- | $612,154 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
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Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Conn ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Oberlin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Needham Broughton HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Conn
- Middle: Wake - Oberlin
- High: Wake - Broughton
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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