215 Hillcrest Road

Closed 7/30/26
Closed 7/30/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,700,000
5 beds4,429 sqft
215 Hillcrest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.45 acresLot Size
1917Year Built
$384/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This majestic Neoclassical Forest Park (Cameron Park) home was built in 1913, now offering a refreshing blend of classic and contemporary design. Legendary NC State College of Design professor Wayne Taylor added unique touches ever since his family made it their home in 1968. Classical columns frame the 54-ft.long wrap around front porch. You'll be welcomed into a grand entry hall with 10.5-ft. ceilings, all formals, first floor bedroom and huge eat-in kitchen and prep area. Four additional bedrooms...This majestic Neoclassical Forest Park (Cameron Park) home was built in 1913, now offering a refreshing blend of classic and contemporary design. Legendary NC State College of Design professor Wayne Taylor added unique touches ever since his family made it their home in 1968. Classical columns frame the 54-ft.long wrap around front porch. You'll be welcomed into a grand entry hall with 10.5-ft. ceilings, all formals, first floor bedroom and huge eat-in kitchen and prep area. Four additional bedrooms on the second floor, plus a sitting room adjacent to screened porch. Walk-up attic. Standing seam metal roof. Heated and cooled basement/workshop. Sited on a .45-acre parcel in the heart of Raleigh's coveted, truly walkable neighborhood.
  • Listed by: May McMillan Bensen 919.740.4530 may.bensen@bhhsysu.com Brokerage DRE #C9751 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing closed: 07/30/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10163071
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Property Information for 215 Hillcrest Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $14,489 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Zoning Description: R-6
  • Subdivision: Forest Park
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Lot Size: 0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-6
  • Directions: From Saint Mary's Street, turn on Park Drive. Left on Hillcrest.
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Park
  • Latitude: 35.78575
  • Longitude: -78.656248
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Neighborhood: Cameron Park
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $14,488.50
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Lot Number: Pts 3 & 4
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Wiley Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
  • Garage: No
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4429.0
  • Lot Features: Hardwood Trees
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1755.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Parcel Number: 170417119037000 0069483
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
  • Has Primary Residence: No
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.89
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Fixer
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick Veneer, Concrete, Shake Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Full
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, See Remarks, Wrap Around
  • Roof: Metal
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Aluminum Siding, Brick Veneer, Concrete, Shake Siding, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Heated, Workshop
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Dining Room
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Steam, Wood Stove
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Wall Oven
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 13.0
Room 1
  • Type: Library
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 14.3
  • Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 9.8
  • Width: 14.3
Room 3
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 17.39
  • Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 11.8
  • Width: 18.39
Room 5
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 13.5
  • Width: 19.8
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 21.0
Room 7
  • Type: Breakfast Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Prep Kitchen
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Sitting Room
  • Length: 9.8
  • Width: 15.6
Room 10
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 18.3
Room 11
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Length: 15.2
  • Width: 168.0
Room 12
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Second
  • Length: 15.0
  • Width: 15.8

Property History for 215 Hillcrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 30, 2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163071

$1,700,000—
Jul 27, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1946139815

$1,700,000—
Jul 27, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141687306

$1,700,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/30/2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163071

$1,700,000
07/27/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1946139815

$1,700,000
07/27/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141687306

$1,700,000

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

Public Records for 215 Hillcrest Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,020,000Additions$639,041Total$1,659,041
Tax Record2025$14,488 ($1,207 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,463 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,463 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1917Year Renovated1982ZoningR-6CountyWAKEAPN1704.17-11-9037-000

Schools near 215 Hillcrest Road

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wiley Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Oberlin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Needham Broughton High
Public - 9 to 12
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public - 6 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Wiley Elementary
PublicPK 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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