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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 511 Oakwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,700,000
- Taxes: $10,914
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10160123
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Interior 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
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom, Decorative, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Outside, Master Bedroom, See Remarks
- Appliances: 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
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Wrap Around, See Remarks
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Parking Pad, Paver Block
Location
- County: Wake
- Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
- Driving Directions: From Person St., turn right into Historic Oakwood on Oakwood Ave. Your wonderful new home will be down on the left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Wake - Conn
- Middle School: Wake - Oberlin
- High School: Wake - Broughton
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Local Historic Designation, Traditional, Transitional
- Structure Type: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 3475
- Square Feet: 3,475
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,475 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1898
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,840.8
- Lot Dimensions: See old survey
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
- Zoning: R-10
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced, Gate, Wood, Wrought Iron
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $10,914.1
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1704903802
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek, David Henry Johnson (919) 623-6855
Sold by Insight Real Estate, Anne Godwin
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Schools
Schools serving 511 Oakwood Ave
School District:Wake County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Conn Elementary 1220 Brookside Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Oberlin Middle School 2816 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC 27608 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Needham Broughton High 723 Saint Marys Street, Raleigh, NC 27605 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 511 Oakwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Sold
$1,700,000
21.86%
MLS
4/15/2026
Listed
$1,395,000
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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.
511 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601 (MLS# 10160123) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,700,000 on May 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 511 Oakwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Raleigh? You can browse all Raleigh real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

