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Sold for $1,700,000
  • $1,700,000

    511 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27601

    3beds
    3,475sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1898
    7,840 Square Feet Lot
    $1,669,200 Zestimate®
    $489/sqft
    $5,895 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,669,200

    $1.59M - $1.75M

    $5,895/mo

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    What's special

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    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.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    David Henry Johnson 919-623-6855,

    Long & Foster Real Estate INC/North Raleigh

    Bought with:

    Anne Godwin, 299249

    Insight Real Estate

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10160123MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 221.65 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.5 x 14.3
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Primary Sitting Rm
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 205.92 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.4 x 14.3
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 194.34 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.8 x 12.3
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 188.76 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.3 x 13.2
    Breakfast room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 109.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.2 x 9
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 224.64 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.6 x 14.4
    Other
    • Level: First
    • Area: 273.6 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 30.4 x 9
    Other
    • Description: Rear Foyer
    • Level: First
    • Area: 63 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 x 7
    Family room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 245.96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.2 x 14.3
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Area: 215.84 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.2 x 14.2
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 270.72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18.8 x 14.4
    Office
    • Description: Media Rm
    • Level: First
    • Area: 187.88 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.4 x 12.2
    Other
    • Description: Bar
    • Level: First
    • Area: 84.6 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9.4 x 9
    Heating
    • Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer Stacked
    • Laundry: Upper Level
    Features
    • Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Data, Wired for Sound, Keeping Room, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Smooth Ceilings
    • 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, Primary 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, Paver Block, Parking Pad
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, See Remarks, Wrap Around
    • Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden, Gas Grill, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Gate,Wood,Wrought Iron
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 7,840 Square Feet
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Hardwood Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Garage(s)
    • Parcel number: 1704903802
    • Zoning: R-10
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional,Transitional,Local Historic Designation
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Crawlspace
    • Roof: Shingle,Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • 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 & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Restaurant, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Historical Area
    • Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Prewired, Smoke Detector(s), Security Gate
    • Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Raleigh

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $489/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,249,181
    • Annual tax amount: $10,914
    • Date on market: 4/15/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/20/2026Sold$1,700,000+21.9%$489/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem
    4/20/2026Pending sale$1,395,000$401/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem
    4/15/2026Listed for sale$1,395,000+13.9%$401/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10160123 Report a problem
    10/20/2021Sold$1,225,000+2.5%$353/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/24/2021Contingent$1,195,000$344/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2406339 Report a problem
    9/20/2021Listed for sale$1,195,000+35%$344/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2406339 Report a problem
    6/28/2018Sold$885,000$255/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/16/2018Pending sale$885,000$255/sqft
    Source: Glenwood Agency, LLC #2190971 Report a problem
    5/11/2018Listed for sale$885,000+70.2%$255/sqft
    Source: Glenwood Agency, LLC #2190971 Report a problem
    5/10/2006Sold$520,000$150/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax 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-- --
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    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: North Central

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Wake - Conn Elementary
    • Middle: Wake - Oberlin Middle
    • High: Wake - Needham Broughton High

    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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