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4 beds1,294 sqft

1429 Scales St,Ā Raleigh, NCĀ 27608

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.19 acresLot Size
1947Year Built
$572/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled in the heart of Five Points, this lovely light-filled cape cod home sits on a nice deep lot and is an inviting and cheerful place to call home. The home radiates charm with oversized windows and hardwood floors that highlight the thoughtful updates throughout. The kitchen and bathrooms have been tastefully updated and enhance the original craftsmanship of the home. Spectacular outdoor living with a quaint side screened in porch as well as a large deck that leads down to a paved patio and...Nestled in the heart of Five Points, this lovely light-filled cape cod home sits on a nice deep lot and is an inviting and cheerful place to call home. The home radiates charm with oversized windows and hardwood floors that highlight the thoughtful updates throughout. The kitchen and bathrooms have been tastefully updated and enhance the original craftsmanship of the home. Spectacular outdoor living with a quaint side screened in porch as well as a large deck that leads down to a paved patio and manicured private yard. Full unfinished basement offers additional & multi-purpose space. Walkable to Roanoke Park and all of Five Points shops and restaurants.
Listing closed: 06/06/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10026537
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Median sold price

$690,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

100.4%

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Property Information for 1429 Scales Street

Property Details

  • Taxes: $4,414 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Lot Size: 0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take I440 to Glenwood Ave exit towards downtown Raleigh. Turn left onto Harvey Street. Turn right onto Scales Street. House will be on your right.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.799333
  • Longitude: -78.644626
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,413.79
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Lot Number: 393-396
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
  • School District Link: Please confirm school assignment on Wake County Public School System website.
Contract Information
  • Has Comp Sale: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Underwood Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
Parking
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
  • Garage: No

Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1294.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Traditional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 842.0
  • Parcel Number: Lot 393-396
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.14
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • 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

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Side Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: House, Asbestos
Interior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings

Room Information

Room 1
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 15.33
  • Width: 11.42
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 11.33
  • Width: 7.33
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 11.42
  • Width: 9.42
Room 4
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 12.42
  • Width: 11.42
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 11.42
  • Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Length: 12.67
  • Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Second
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Type: Basement
  • Level: Basement
  • Description: Unfinished
  • Length: 22.67
  • Width: 33.0

Property History for 1429 Scales Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 6, 2024

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10026537

$740,000—
Jun 5, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534139626

$740,000

+8.7% / yr

May 2, 2024

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10026537

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/06/2024

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10026537

$740,000
06/05/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534139626

$740,000

+8.7% / yr

05/02/2024

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10026537

—

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Public records

1429 Scales Street

Beds

0

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,224 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,224 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

8,276 SqFt

Schools near 1429 Scales Street

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Underwood Elementary
PublicK to 5

Oberlin Middle School
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1429 Scales Street, Raleigh, NC 27608
$740,000
4
1,294
8,276
$514,900
3
1,847
12,196
$525,000
–
3
2,445
10,019
$495,000
–
3
3,204
11,326
–
–
2,283
16,553
$404,000
–
2
2,096
15,246

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