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$844,000
2 Days On Site

605 Polk Street
Raleigh, NC 27604

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,899
SqFt
$444
/SqFt
1907
Built
Subdivision:
Historic Oakwood
County:
Wake

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***OFFER DEADLINE, Sunday March 1st at 5pm*** Completely timeless. Some homes follow trends. Others quietly outlast them. 605 Polk Street is a rare Oakwood cottage. Set along a charming, tree-lined street, this home showcases craftsmanship and proportions rarely found today. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, leading into interiors filled with original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, abundant natural light, and classic millwork. Owner suite offers separate shower, walk in closet, the kitchen addition built in 2008, pairs historic charm with modern convenience, featuring a vaulted ceiling, generous cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and seamless flow into dining and living areas. Spacious bedrooms include decorative fireplaces, while a bright enclosed porch offers flexible space for a home office, studio, or retreat. Great storage and laundry, Major updates include a new roof (2024), HVAC (2023), and water heater (2021). A huge private backyard and detached storage building offer endless possibilities. Gardening, Crochet, whatever your heart desires.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$844,000
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,899 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.25 Acres
Year Built 
1907
MLS® Number 
10149197
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$7,383.49
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
9 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.25
Foundation 
Raised
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
ConcreteDriveway
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1899
SqFt Total 
1899
Style 
CottageTraditional
Utilities 
Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R-10
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalGas RangeGas Water Heater
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
HardwoodTile
Heating 
Forced Air
Interior 
BookcasesCeiling Fan(s)Master DownstairsRecessed LightingVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomMain Level
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 15.3 x 14Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 15.3 x 14Level - Main
Entrance Hall 
Dimensions - 6 x 15.6Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 15.2 x 11.9Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 18.8 x 15.2Level - Main
Laundry 
Dimensions - 13.3 x 6.3Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14.6 x 13.5Level - Main
Mud Room 
Dimensions - 15 x 5.2Level - Main
Other 
Dimensions - 5.7 x 20.4Level - MainDescription - hall
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Exterior 
Storage
Fencing 
Back Yard
Lot Features 
City LotLandscaped
Other Structures 
Shed(s)Storage
Patio And Porch 
Front Porch
Road Frontage 
City Street
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Roads 
Asphalt
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Wake - Conn
Middle School
Wake - Oberlin
High School
Wake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Dana Ellington of Compass -- Raleigh



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