405 Polk Street

Closed 10/9/07
Closed 10/9/07
The V. Otis Parker House, ca 1896, is located on one of the most scenic blocks in Historic Oakwood. Parker was a developer of Cameron Park. Exterior Front
Neighbors gathered on the broad wrap-around porch to watch Gregory Peck and Lauren Bacall make a TV movie across the street in the 1990s. Other
The current owners removed the walls between the living room and library. The arched doors were added in an earlier renovation. Other
One of Oakwood's great spaces, the upstairs sitting area opens to the round windows in the 3rd story tower. Other
The library opens to the handsome dining room (not shown) and leads past the full downstairs bath to the kitchen. Other
The Wellmans use as offices this and the adjoining room that has an outside entrance front and back. It could become a 1st floor master suite. Other
The bright updated kitchen opens through a sun/breakfast room to a deck overlooking the fenced back yard (below). Other
Janet Wellman, an architect, designed the large master suite that includes this sky-lighted bathroom and a large walk-in closet with built-in shelves. Other
A large daylight basement with inside and out access could be used as a studio, workshop, storage, wine cellar and more. Other
Words fail to describe this extraordinary floor plan and home painstakingly renovated by Doug and Janet Wellman. See Agent Only or call for flyer and list of improvements. Other
Sold
Last Sold Price
$750,000
3 beds3,222 sqft
405 Polk St, Raleigh, NC 27604
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
1896Year Built
$233/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

The V. Otis Parker House, ca 1896, is located on Oakwood's most scenic block. Painstakingly renovated. Extraordinary floor plan. Distinctive architectural details. See pictures of arched doorways, a large upstairs sitting area that opens to a 3rd story tower, walls of built-in shelves (library and master closet), 2 offices on 1st floor could become 2nd MBR suite.The V. Otis Parker House, ca 1896, is located on Oakwood's most scenic block. Painstakingly renovated. Extraordinary floor plan. Distinctive architectural details. See pictures of arched doorways, a large upstairs sitting area that opens to a 3rd story tower, walls of built-in shelves (library and master closet), 2 offices on 1st floor could become 2nd MBR suite.
  • Listed by: Peter Rumsey tom.smith@yourpru.com • Prudential York Simpson Underwood Realty
Listing closed: 10/09/2007 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 938652

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Property Information for 405 Polk Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Peace St to R/on N. Blount St to L/on Polk St. Cross over N. Person St. You will pass through the middle of the new Blount St development and the new home of the Burning Coal Theater at the Murphy School.
  • Subdivision Name: Historic Oakwood
  • Latitude: 35.786213
  • Longitude: -78.632484
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
  • Tax Rate: 0.0
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 938652
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Conn Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
Parking
  • Parking Features: On Street
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3222.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 56x105x52x105
  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 430.0
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.97
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Community Features: Historical Area
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Workshop
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Pantry, Dressing Room
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 13.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Second
Room 5
  • Type: Office
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Breakfast Room
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Primary Bedrooom with Sitting Room
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
Room 10
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
Room 11
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Second
Room 12
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Library
Room 13
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Side Porch
Room 14
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Office 2
Room 15
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Lower
  • Description: Rear Patio

Property History for 405 Polk Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #227374691

$750,000—
Oct 9, 2007

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #938652

$750,000—
Aug 31, 2007

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #938652

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #227374691

$750,000
10/09/2007

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #938652

$750,000
08/31/2007

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #938652

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Public Records for 405 Polk Street

Taxable ValueLand$570,000Additions$565,991Total$1,135,991
Tax Record2025$9,927 ($827 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,158 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,158 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1896Year Renovated2015ZoningR-10CountyWAKEAPN1704.20-91-0208 0041468Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 405 Polk Street

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

Oberlin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Needham Broughton High
Public9 to 12

Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
Public6 to 13

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