511 Florence Street

Closed 11/6/18
Closed 11/6/18
REFRESHINGLY UNIQUE. Renovated in 2003, this brick mason’s 1925 masterpiece has 3 BR, 3 BA that include MBR suites up and down.
The 0.21 acre lot includes a brick paved driveway leading to a fenced back yard and an old “model T” sized utility building.
The park-like Oak grove across the street is part of the Project Enlightenment School.
Solid double-brick walls were exposed in many rooms when converted from a duplex in 2003. The brick pattern is a variation of Flemish Bond.
Natural wood trim was added throughout that blends nicely with the warmth of the exposed brick.
Bright. Open. Refreshingly unique. Wait until you see the MBR upstairs.
Built-in shelves and cabinets were added throughout by a master carpenter.
Great circular flow for entertaining. The Kitchen leads forward to the Sun Room.
A side door provides EZ driveway access to the Kitchen and Sun Room.
The bright upstairs hall opens to the MBR suite and a 2nd upstairs BR and full bath.
An aha experience. The MBR suite has two closets, one is walk-in.
The MBR bath with marble surround.
The 2nd upstairs BR and nearby 2nd upstairs bath were updated in 2003.
The 1st floor BR enjoys private access to a full bathroom. Most recently it was used as an office and guest room.
Game room, music practice room, meditation space, CD music library. This 1st floor hide-away is versatile.
Steps lead down to the daylight basement that opens to the big, back yard.
The basement has been the creative home of the sellers’ record company and band since the sellers relocated here from NYC in 2003.
The basement includes this bright office/studio and a 20x13 ft flex space used for band rehearsals. Both are heated and cooled. They are shown as Other Area square feet.
Large very casual but versatile multi-level back yard for cook outs and dog run.
On the other side of your back fence, a proposed greenway would lead to the nearby Dorothea Dix Park. It would run along Rosengarten Alley alongside an existing creek.
Historic Boylan Heights is village-like urban oasis. Its curvilinear shaded streets, porches and galleries are home to an annual December Arts Walk. Google Boylan Heights.
Walk or BIRD scooter everywhere - new Urban Outfitters, Citrix, Red Hat, symphony hall, universities, museums, Boulted Bread, much more.
In the center of the house is a gathering space that was used as Dining Room for many years. Worth repeating - the floor plan is great for entertaining.
Or catch a train at the new Raleigh Union Station just below the Heights. Floor plan and community map are available.
Sold
Last Sold Price
$555,000
3 beds2,177 sqft

511 Florence St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.21 acresLot Size
1925Year Built
$255/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Walk or BIRD scooter downtown, Dix, everywhere. This refreshingly unique, restored, solid brick, brick mason’s 1925 masterpiece is enhanced by a bright, open eat-in kitchen and MBR suite with W/I closet. The versatile floor plan includes 1st floor BR with full bath and meditation/music/game room. Sun room and porch gaze out at park-like Oak grove. Walk-out basement features office/studio plus flex space used as band rehearsal space. Big multi-level, versatile back yard for cookouts and dog run.Walk or BIRD scooter downtown, Dix, everywhere. This refreshingly unique, restored, solid brick, brick mason’s 1925 masterpiece is enhanced by a bright, open eat-in kitchen and MBR suite with W/I closet. The versatile floor plan includes 1st floor BR with full bath and meditation/music/game room. Sun room and porch gaze out at park-like Oak grove. Walk-out basement features office/studio plus flex space used as band rehearsal space. Big multi-level, versatile back yard for cookouts and dog run.
  • Listed by: Peter A Rumsey 919.438.3447 Brokerage DRE #C27071 • Metro Digs, Inc
  • Listed by: Debra L Smith 919.349.0918 debra@debrasmith.com Brokerage DRE #C27071 • Metro Digs, Inc
Listing closed: 11/06/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2211644
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Property Information for 511 Florence Street

Property Details

  • Taxes: $4,869 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Subdivision: Boylan Heights

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1925
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Glenwood Ave south, R/O Hillsborough, L/O S Boylan , L/O W Cabarrus, R/O Florence. EZ walk downtown to Red Hat, Citrix, Morgan St Food Hall, Union Station, Meymandi Concert Hall, Urban Outfitters, CAM, much more. Ditto Dix and Pullen parks, greenway.
  • Subdivision Name: Boylan Heights
  • Latitude: 35.774075
  • Longitude: -78.648848
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Unknown
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,869.00
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2211644
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Wiley Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Garage, On Street, Other
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2177.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 48X195X56X181
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1019.0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • 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
  • Association Amenities: Trail(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Brick, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Heated
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Concrete, Wood
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Primary Downstairs, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Second Primary Bedroom, Shower Only

Room Information

Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 9.0
Room 1
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Office
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Breakfast Room
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Second
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
Room 9
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 10
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Main
  • Description: SUN ROOM
Room 11
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Basement
  • Description: STUDIO/OFF
Room 12
  • Type: Other
  • Level: Basement
  • Description: FLEX SPACE
Room 13
  • Type: Sunroom
Room 14
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Level: Main

Property History for 511 Florence Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 6, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634115104

$555,000—
Nov 6, 2018

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2211644

$555,000—
Oct 1, 2018

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2211644

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/06/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634115104

$555,000
11/06/2018

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2211644

$555,000
10/01/2018

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2211644

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Public records

511 Florence Street

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,378 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,378 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

9,148 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 511 Florence Street

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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 511 Florence Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
$555,000
3
2,177
9,147
513 Florence Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
$369,000
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1
1,068
7,841
515 Florence Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
$465,000
3
1,517
8,276
505 Florence Street, Unit 101, Raleigh, NC 27603
$480,000
2
1,060
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505 Florence Street, Unit 102, Raleigh, NC 27603
$331,500
2
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505 Florence Street, Unit 202, Raleigh, NC 27603
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3
1,858
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