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Property Description
Charming 1912 Home in Highly Desirable Five Points - A Rare Gem! Welcome to this beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated 1912 home located in the heart of Raleigh's coveted Five Points neighborhood. This timeless residence offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and an abundance of character throughout. Step inside to find light-filled formal living, library and dining rooms, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in style. The renovated kitchen brings modern conveniences while original architectural details like hardwood floors and classic moldings add warmth and elegance. Unwind on the inviting front porch, ideal for rocking away the day or retreat to the expansive screened-in porch-a peaceful sanctuary for year-round enjoyment. Out back, you'll find a versatile shed, perfect for gardening, a workshop, or additional storage. The private yard offers space to play, plant, or simply relax. All this, just steps from the vibrant shops, dining, The Rialto Theatre and community feel that make Five Points so desirable. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Raleigh history!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1606 Scales St
General
- Sold For: $1,320,000
- Taxes: $8,293
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10123233
- Added to Site: 119 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Crown Molding, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Storage
- Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Wake
- Subdivision: Five Points Village
- Driving Directions: From Glenwood Ave at Five Points, turn onto Fairview toward Scales, take a right on Scales Street - home is on the left, 1606 Scales Street.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Wake - Underwood
- Middle School: Wake - Oberlin
- High School: Wake - Broughton
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Farmhouse, Traditional
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Shingle Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 2811
- Square Feet: 2,811
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,811 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1912
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,890
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $8,293.5
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1704564893
- Lot Number: 625
Listed by O'Neal & Company, Katherine Cannon (919) 360-0867
Sold by Woodson Allen Properties Llc, Lanier McRee
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Schools
Schools serving 1606 Scales St
School District:Wake County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Underwood Elementary 1614 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27608 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Oberlin Middle School 2816 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC 27608 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Needham Broughton High 723 Saint Marys Street, Raleigh, NC 27605 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1606 Scales St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/16/2025
Sold
$1,320,000
-4%
MLS
9/21/2025
Listed
$1,375,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1606 Scales Street, Raleigh, NC 27608 (MLS# 10123233) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,320,000 on December 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 1606 Scales Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oberlin Village? You can browse all Oberlin Village real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

