1003 Gardner St

3,345 Sq. Ft.
$277 / Sq. Ft.
3,345
Sq. Ft.
$277
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This special property on a desirable .35-acre corner lot offers a rare opportunity in one of Raleigh's premier locations. Set in an exceptional, walkable neighborhood near parks, the Village District, the Rose Garden, Hillsborough Street, and NC State, the home provides wonderful flexibility for today's lifestyle and tomorrow's vision. Thoughtfully updated over time, the home features open living spaces, hardwood floors throughout, a stylish, functional kitchen with granite countertops and stainless...This special property on a desirable .35-acre corner lot offers a rare opportunity in one of Raleigh's premier locations. Set in an exceptional, walkable neighborhood near parks, the Village District, the Rose Garden, Hillsborough Street, and NC State, the home provides wonderful flexibility for today's lifestyle and tomorrow's vision. Thoughtfully updated over time, the home features open living spaces, hardwood floors throughout, a stylish, functional kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and a newer roof (2024). The basement offers a finished recreation room with a full-sized bar, creating valuable bonus space beyond the main finished square footage. Whether you choose to further update and personalize the existing home or explore the opportunity to build your dream home, this property offers outstanding potential in a highly sought-after setting. A rare two-car garage and existing elevator shaft add even more possibility, including potential adaptation for multi-generational living. Please note, the built-in elevator has not been used for several decades, but the space remains for a future owner to evaluate and reimagine. Come explore the possibilities of this unique property in an unbeatable Raleigh location.
  1. Listed by Beth Smoot • NextHome Triangle Properties

Property Details for 1003 Gardner Street

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Trees/Woods
View
Yes
Subdivision
Forest Hills
LISTING UPDATED: 07/10/2026 10:42 AM

Property Details for 1003 Gardner Street

StatusActive
MLS #10179270
Days on Market2
Taxes$5,472 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,246 SF
CountyWake County

Location

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Building Information for 1003 Gardner Street

Stories2Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,246 SF

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$5,065 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,609

Property Taxes

$456

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1003 Gardner Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-6
  • Directions: From I440- Use the 2nd from the right lane to take exit 3C-B-A for Wade Ave/Hillsborough St. Slight right to merge onto Wade. Right onto Gardner.
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Hills
  • Latitude: 35.798773
  • Longitude: -78.667591
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,472.03
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: B
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Olds Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Martin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3345.0
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Corner Lot
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Other Area Below Grade: 499
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 499
  • Parcel Number: 079412855872000 0049208
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: See Remarks
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 24
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1099.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Adaptable For Elevator
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 4
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: Lower Level
  • Interior Features: Bar, Breakfast Bar, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Stone Counters
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Attached, Driveway, Garage, Brick, Lower Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Lower Level, Attached, Driveway, Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 15.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16.0 x 10.6
  • Room Width: 10.6
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.5
  • Room Width: 11.5
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.4 x 10.8
  • Room Width: 10.8
  • Room Length: 11.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 11.4 x 10.8
  • Room Width: 10.8
  • Room Length: 11.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Description: Nook
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 6.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13.9 x 11.6
  • Room Width: 11.6
  • Room Length: 13.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 19.8 x 17.4
  • Room Width: 17.4
  • Room Length: 19.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 8
  • Room Description: Flex
  • Room Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4
  • Room Width: 8.4
  • Room Length: 10.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 7.0 x 4.0
  • Room Width: 4.0
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 21.4 x 9.8
  • Room Width: 9.8
  • Room Length: 21.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 36.2 x 19.3
  • Room Width: 19.3
  • Room Length: 36.2
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Room 12
  • Room Description: Other
  • Room Dimensions: 23.4 x 9.7
  • Room Width: 9.7
  • Room Length: 23.4
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other
Room 13
  • Room Description: Other
  • Room Dimensions: 11.3 x 98.0
  • Room Width: 98.0
  • Room Length: 11.3
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 14.6 x 7.5
  • Room Width: 7.5
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 15
  • Room Description: Storage
  • Room Dimensions: 13.1 x 12.3
  • Room Width: 12.3
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1003 Gardner Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10179270

$925,000—
May 7, 2002

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #620298

$260,000—
May 7, 2002

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #620298

$260,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10179270

$925,000
05/07/2002

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #620298

$260,000
05/07/2002

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #620298

$260,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1003 Gardner Street

Taxable ValueLand$472,500Additions$152,661Total$625,161
Tax Record2025$5,472 ($456 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,729 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,729 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,246 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated1986ZoningR-6CountyWAKEAPN0794.12-85-5872 0049208Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1003 Gardner Street

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Olds Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Martin Middle
Public6 to 8

Needham Broughton High
Public9 to 12

Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public6 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1003 Gardner Street is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27607. This property was listed for sale on July 10, 2026 by NextHome Triangle Properties, it's currently listed at $925,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on May 7, 2002. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Olds Elementary, Martin Middle and Needham Broughton High. 1003 Gardner Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,345 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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