509 Cleveland Street
Description
The family...Nestled on a quiet street in the desirable historic Glenwood-Brooklyn neighborhood, this quintessential Raleigh Craftsman Four-Square, built in 1915, sits proudly high on the street and is truly one of a kind—brimming with charm and character. A large rocking-chair front porch welcomes you into a home where historic craftsmanship shines, from the original hardwood floors throughout to the 10-foot ceilings on the main floor and elegant transom windows that flood the space with natural light.
The family room is anchored by a striking stone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space, while the kitchen showcases rare historic character with its beautifully preserved stamped tin ceiling tiles and adjoining butler's pantry. The thoughtfully designed layout includes four spacious bedrooms, a large second-floor laundry room, a dedicated office with custom built-in cabinetry, and a large dining room ideal for both hosting and everyday living.
Step outside to a large, fully fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, complemented by a generous garage with alley access, offering space for one car plus ample storage—an exceptional find in this historic neighborhood. A partial, unfinished basement provides additional flexibility, ideal for a workshop or extra storage.
Ideally located just moments from grocery stores, acclaimed restaurants, Fletcher Park, and an easy walk to downtown Raleigh, this home offers the perfect blend of quiet residential living and vibrant urban convenience.
This exceptional historic home blends timeless character, thoughtful space, and an unbeatable location—a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Raleigh history.
Listing Agent
Recent comparable sales
Median sold price
$945,500
Avg days on market
22
Sale-to-list ratio
95.9%
Raleigh, NC
9 comparable properties found
$945,500
Sold 12/04/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,033
- Square Feet
- 0.26
- Acres
$980,000
Sold 12/02/24
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,960
- Square Feet
- 0.27
- Acres
$975,000
Sold 05/21/26
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,219
- Square Feet
- 0.1
- Acres
$800,000
Sold 12/15/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,931
- Square Feet
- 0.08
- Acres
$900,000
Sold 03/02/26
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,300
- Square Feet
- 0.21
- Acres
$985,000
Sold 03/28/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,368
- Square Feet
- 0.37
- Acres
$795,000
Sold 04/30/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,339
- Square Feet
- 0.27
- Acres
$998,500
Sold 06/02/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2,520
- Square Feet
- 0.19
- Acres
$775,000
Sold 10/17/25
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,869
- Square Feet
- 0.17
- Acres
Location
Sold By The Company Realty Group
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1Property Information for 509 Cleveland Street
- Taxes: $7,119 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Wake County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.4%
- Zoning Description: R-10
- Subdivision: Glenwood
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1915
- Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
- Zoning: R-10
- Directions: Turn east from Glenwood onto Clevelend. House is on south side of the street.
- Subdivision Name: Glenwood
- Latitude: 35.791517
- Longitude: -78.645855
- Neighborhood: Glenwood Brooklyn
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $7,118.75
- City Limits Of: Raleigh
- Has City Limits: Yes
- Lot Number: 15-16
- Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Has Property Leased: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Elementary School: Wake - Wiley Elementary
- Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
- High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
- Parking Features: Alley Access, Detached, Garage, On Street
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
- Building Area Total: 2213.0
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 309.5
- Parcel Number: 170415530129000 0044617
- Structure Type: House
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
- Has Primary Residence: Yes
- Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
- New Construction: No
- Community Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Historical Area
- Senior Community: No
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Fencing: Fenced
- Foundation Details: Permanent
- Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
- Roof: Shingle
- New Construction Type: House, Brick
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
- Basement Description: Unfinished
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Cooling: Central Air
- Has Cooling: Yes
- Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Has Heating: Yes
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Type: Primary Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Length: 14.6
- Width: 12.4
- Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Length: 14.7
- Width: 12.3
- Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Length: 13.3
- Width: 12.5
- Type: Office
- Level: Second
- Length: 12.4
- Width: 10.0
- Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Length: 13.4
- Width: 12.4
- Type: Breakfast Room
- Level: First
- Length: 7.4
- Width: 10.0
- Type: Kitchen
- Level: First
- Length: 12.5
- Width: 10.0
- Type: Dining Room
- Level: First
- Length: 14.6
- Width: 12.3
- Type: Family Room
- Level: First
- Length: 14.7
- Width: 16.5
Property History for 509 Cleveland Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | $950,000 | — |
| Mar 9, 2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1932080838 | $950,000 | +5.0% / yr |
| Feb 8, 2026 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | — | |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | $950,000 | — |
| May 2, 2016 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #569856040 | $585,000 | +4.7% / yr |
| Apr 25, 2012 | Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1807498 | $484,900 | — |
| Apr 24, 2012 | Expired AMLS #1807498 | $484,900 | — |
| Jan 25, 2012 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | — | |
| Jan 25, 2012 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | — | |
| Jan 24, 2012 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | $480,000 | — |
| Jan 23, 2012 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #327554591 | $480,000 | -1.3% / yr |
| Dec 6, 2011 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | $484,900 | — |
| Oct 25, 2011 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1807498 | $484,900 | — |
| Oct 24, 2011 | Listed (Active) AMLS #1807498 | $484,900 | — |
| Apr 30, 2007 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | $510,000 | — |
| Apr 20, 2007 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #217755243 | $510,000 | — |
| Apr 2, 2007 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | — | |
| Jan 18, 2007 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | $520,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2003 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | $365,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2003 | Sold AMLS #693064 | $365,000 | — |
| Jun 10, 2003 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | — | |
| Jun 4, 2003 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | $374,900 | — |
| Jun 4, 2003 | Listed (Active) AMLS #693064 | $374,900 | — |
| Sep 15, 1999 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | $269,900 | — |
| Jul 29, 1999 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | — | |
| Jul 20, 1999 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | $269,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | $950,000 |
| 03/09/2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1932080838 | $950,000 +5.0% / yr |
| 02/08/2026 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | — |
| 02/06/2026 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10145096 | $950,000 |
| 05/02/2016 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #569856040 | $585,000 +4.7% / yr |
| 04/25/2012 | Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1807498 | $484,900 |
| 04/24/2012 | Expired AMLS #1807498 | $484,900 |
| 01/25/2012 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | — |
| 01/25/2012 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | — |
| 01/24/2012 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | $480,000 |
| 01/23/2012 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #327554591 | $480,000 -1.3% / yr |
| 12/06/2011 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1812443 | $484,900 |
| 10/25/2011 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #1807498 | $484,900 |
| 10/24/2011 | Listed (Active) AMLS #1807498 | $484,900 |
| 04/30/2007 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | $510,000 |
| 04/20/2007 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #217755243 | $510,000 |
| 04/02/2007 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | — |
| 01/18/2007 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #907853 | $520,000 |
| 08/01/2003 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | $365,000 |
| 08/01/2003 | Sold AMLS #693064 | $365,000 |
| 06/10/2003 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | — |
| 06/04/2003 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #693064 | $374,900 |
| 06/04/2003 | Listed (Active) AMLS #693064 | $374,900 |
| 09/15/1999 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | $269,900 |
| 07/29/1999 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | — |
| 07/20/1999 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #523295 | $269,900 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 509 Cleveland Street
Schools near 509 Cleveland Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| 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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 509 Cleveland Street, Raleigh, NC 27605 | $950,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,213 | 6,534 |
$505,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,734 | 8,276 | |
$700,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,329 | 9,147 | |
$505,000 | – | 2 | 1,564 | 7,841 | |
– | – | 1 | 1,560 | 6,970 | |
– | – | 2 | 2,860 | 8,276 | |
$1,125,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,370 | 6,534 | |
$500,000 | – | 3.5 | 3,059 | 6,534 | |
$675,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,204 | 6,098 | |
$500,000 | – | – | – | – | |
$498,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,989 | 8,276 | |
$500,000 | – | – | – | 6,534 | |
$350,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,436 | 7,405 |
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