511 Oakwood Avenue

Closed 5/20/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,700,000

3 beds4 baths3,475 sqft$489/sqft

511 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604

Single FamilyProperty Type

7,840 sq ftLot Size

1898Year Built

$489/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled in the heart of Historic Oakwood in Downtown Raleigh sits this stunning 1898 E. H. Love House that has been gorgeously renovated with the perfect balance of turn of the century southern charm and modern stylish appointments. This home is truly special and is filled with exceptional features that include: beautifully landscaped lot with rose bushes, mature trees, Japanese maples and more; inviting wrap around porch with swing and room for several rocking chairs; secured parking within your...Nestled in the heart of Historic Oakwood in Downtown Raleigh sits this stunning 1898 E. H. Love House that has been gorgeously renovated with the perfect balance of turn of the century southern charm and modern stylish appointments. This home is truly special and is filled with exceptional features that include: beautifully landscaped lot with rose bushes, mature trees, Japanese maples and more; inviting wrap around porch with swing and room for several rocking chairs; secured parking within your private rear gated driveway off public rear alley; 2 car heated/cooled detached finished garage or workshop; lovely refinished knotty pine hardwoods throughout 1st and 2nd floor; original millwork beautifully restored throughout; original color block stained glass transom over front door; 10ft smooth ceilings on 1st and 9ft on 2nd; 5 working fireplaces with gas logs and 3 decorative fireplaces; chef's kitchen with custom floor to ceiling cabinets, GE Monogram commercial grade gas stove/grill/double oven and built-in refrig; private bar off family room with walk-in wine cellar; office or media room with 3D TV; custom built-in ceiling speakers throughout home; wired for Google fiber; solar panels on roof provide credit with utility company; huge primary suite with sitting room with custom built-ins, crystal chandelier; walk-in cedar closet with stacked washer/dryer, spa bath with walk-in steam shower and sliver clawed vessel tub; each additional bedroom has en-suite updated baths; custom stone courtyard/patio with built-in gas grill, pizza oven, fireplace and bar; wrought iron gates, fencing and much more! All this and within the desired subd of Historic Oakwood which provides a walk-able, friendly neighborhood to Downtown Raleigh's shops and restaurants including the popular areas of Peace St and Oakwood Park. Life is good here! Seller is requesting an Offer Deadline for Sunday the 19th at 5pm please.

Listed by: David Henry Johnson 919.623.6855 davidh.johnson@longandfoster.com Brokerage DRE #C6190 • Long & Foster Real Estate INC/North Raleigh

Listing closed: 05/20/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10160123

Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage¹

Location

Listing Courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate INC/North Raleigh

Sold By Insight Real Estate

Add your commute

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage¹

$9,550 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,641

Property Taxes

$910

HOA Dues

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Property Information for 511 Oakwood Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $10,914 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Wake County
View: Neighborhood
Zoning Description: R-10
Subdivision: Historic Oakwood

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1898
Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: R-10
Directions: From Person St., turn right into Historic Oakwood on Oakwood Ave. Your wonderful new home will be down on the left.

Subdivision Name: Historic Oakwood
Latitude: 35.784946
Longitude: -78.631443

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $10,914.10

City Limits Of: Raleigh
Has City Limits: Yes
Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes

Contract Information

Has Comp Sale: No
Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc

Has Property Leased: No
Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-05-05

School Information

Elementary School: Wake - Conn Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle

High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High

Parking

Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paver Block, Parking Pad
Attached Garage: No

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 3475.0
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Hardwood Trees

Lot Size Dimensions: See old survey
Architectural Style: Traditional, Transitional, Local Historic Designation
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Parcel Number: 1704903802
Structure Type: Site Built
Enhanced Accessible: No
Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
Has Primary Residence: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 1.22

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Community Features: Restaurant, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Historical Area

Senior Community: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Water Source: Public

Green Features

Green Energy Generation: Solar

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Courtyard, Garden, Gas Grill, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Fenced Yard

Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Gate, Wood, Wrought Iron
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, See Remarks, Wrap Around
Roof: Shingle, Architectural Shingle
Security Features: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Prewired, Smoke Detector(s), Security Gate
New Construction Type: Site Built, Wood Siding

Interior Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Decorative, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Outside, Primary Bedroom, See Remarks
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 9
Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
Windows Treatment: Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual, Electric
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Interior Features: Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Data, Wired for Sound, Keeping Room, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Smooth Ceilings

Room Information

Rooms Total: 13.0

Room 1

Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second

Length: 15.5
Width: 14.3

Room 2

Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second

Description: Primary Sitting Rm
Length: 14.4
Width: 14.3

Room 3

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second

Length: 15.8
Width: 12.3

Room 4

Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second

Length: 14.3
Width: 13.2

Room 5

Type: Entrance Hall
Level: First

Length: 30.4
Width: 9.0

Room 6

Type: Living Room
Level: First

Length: 18.8
Width: 14.4

Room 7

Type: Dining Room
Level: First

Length: 15.6
Width: 14.4

Room 8

Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Length: 15.2
Width: 14.2

Room 9

Type: Breakfast Room
Level: First

Length: 12.2
Width: 9.0

Room 10

Type: Family Room
Level: First

Length: 17.2
Width: 14.3

Room 11

Type: Office
Level: First

Description: Media Rm
Length: 15.4
Width: 12.2

Room 12

Type: Other
Level: First

Description: Bar
Length: 9.4
Width: 9.0

Room 13

Type: Entrance Hall
Level: First

Description: Rear Foyer
Length: 9.0
Width: 7.0

Property History for 511 Oakwood Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
May 20, 2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123	$1,700,000	—
May 19, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1940394510	$1,700,000	—
May 19, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1940256291	$1,700,000	+7.4% / yr
Apr 20, 2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123		—
Apr 15, 2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123	$1,395,000	—
Oct 20, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1495577503	$1,225,000	+10.3% / yr
Oct 20, 2021	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339	$1,225,000	—
Sep 23, 2021	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339		—
Sep 7, 2021	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339	$1,195,000	—
Jun 28, 2018	Sold AMLS #2190971	$885,000	—
Jun 28, 2018	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971	$885,000	—
Jun 26, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #624684459	$885,000	+4.5% / yr
May 16, 2018	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971		—
May 11, 2018	Listed (Active) AMLS #2190971	$885,000	—
May 11, 2018	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971	$885,000	—
May 10, 2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #195675006	$520,000	—
May 10, 2006	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315	$520,000	—
Apr 13, 2006	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #828864	$549,900	—
Apr 12, 2006	Expired AMLS #828864	$549,900	—
Apr 11, 2006	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315		—
Jan 5, 2006	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315	$536,900	—
Oct 12, 2005	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #828864	$549,900	—
Oct 12, 2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #828864	$549,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
05/20/2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123	$1,700,000
05/19/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1940394510	$1,700,000
05/19/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1940256291	$1,700,000 +7.4% / yr
04/20/2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123	—
04/15/2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10160123	$1,395,000
10/20/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1495577503	$1,225,000 +10.3% / yr
10/20/2021	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339	$1,225,000
09/23/2021	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339	—
09/07/2021	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2406339	$1,195,000
06/28/2018	Sold AMLS #2190971	$885,000
06/28/2018	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971	$885,000
06/26/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #624684459	$885,000 +4.5% / yr
05/16/2018	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971	—
05/11/2018	Listed (Active) AMLS #2190971	$885,000
05/11/2018	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2190971	$885,000
05/10/2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #195675006	$520,000
05/10/2006	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315	$520,000
04/13/2006	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #828864	$549,900
04/12/2006	Expired AMLS #828864	$549,900
04/11/2006	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315	—
01/05/2006	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #840315	$536,900
10/12/2005	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #828864	$549,900
10/12/2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #828864	$549,900

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

Public Records for 511 Oakwood Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$598,500Additions$650,681Total$1,249,181

Tax Record2025$10,914 ($910 / month)

Home Facts

Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,404 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,404 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1898Year Renovated2005ZoningR-10CountyWAKEAPN1704.20-90-3802-000

Schools near 511 Oakwood Avenue

This home is within Wake County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Conn Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.9 mi
7/10	Oberlin Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.4 mi
7/10	Needham Broughton High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.2 mi
10/10	Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy	Public - Nearby school	6 to 13	0.5 mi
2/10	Phillips High	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	0.9 mi
NR	Longview School	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	1.2 mi
NR	Sacred Heart Cathedral School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Conn Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.9 mi
7/10	Oberlin Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.4 mi
7/10	Needham Broughton High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.2 mi
10/10	Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Public6 to 13 Nearby school	0.5 mi
2/10	Phillips High Public9 to 12 Choice school	0.9 mi
NR	Longview School Public6 to 12 Choice school	1.2 mi
NR	Sacred Heart Cathedral School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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.

Similar Homes

New listings in 27604

$415,000 | 2791 Stone Rock Drive, Unit 107, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/27

Listed By Compass

$415,000

3
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1,948
Square Feet: Unavailable
Acres

2791 Stone Rock Drive, Unit 107, Raleigh, NC 27604

$1,750,000 | 1402 Mordecai Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/47

NewNew Construction

$1,750,000

4
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3,690
Square Feet: 0.16
Acres

1402 Mordecai Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

$300,000 | 2145 Thornblade Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/31

Listed By CompassNew

$300,000

2
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1,422
Square Feet: 0.08
Acres

2145 Thornblade Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/21

$380,000

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,243
Square Feet: 0.12
Acres

4011 Oatgrass Lane, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/37

$219,000

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1,385
Square Feet: 0.05
Acres

2200 Turtle Point Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/21

$145,000

2
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 980
Square Feet

4705 Walden Pond Drive, Unit A, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/39

$350,000

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,207
Square Feet: 0.65
Acres

3425 Baugh Street, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/22

$375,000

5
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,948
Square Feet: 0.21
Acres

2213 Carthage Circle, Raleigh, NC 27604

1/57

$295,000

2
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,188
Square Feet: 0.11
Acres

1617 Beacon Valley Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 511 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	$1,700,000	3	4	3,475	7,840
507 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	$850,000	–	4	1,697	4,356
515 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	$516,000	–	3	2,636	10,454
408 North East Street, Raleigh, NC 27604	$275,000	2	2	1,462	5,662
517 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	$705,000	3	3	2,638	10,018
410 North East Street, Raleigh, NC 27604	$350,000	3	2	1,676	9,147
512 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	–	–	2	2,222	10,890
519 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	–	–	3	2,314	7,405
508 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	$885,000	–	2	1,713	5,227
514 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	$330,000	–	2	1,350	10,454
504 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	$578,000	4	4	3,089	5,662
518 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	–	–	4	3,766	16,117
411 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604	–	–	4	2,673	3,485
522 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27601	–	–	2	1,910	7,841
412 North East Street, Raleigh, NC 27604	$620,000	–	3	2,430	13,504

Explore Nearby Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate INC/North Raleigh

Listings marked with a Doorify MLS icon are provided courtesy of the Doorify MLS, of North Carolina, Internet Data Exchange Database. Brokers make an effort to deliver accurate information, but buyers should independently verify any information on which they will rely in a transaction. The listing broker shall not be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints, and they shall be held totally harmless from any damages arising from reliance upon this data. This data is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. Copyright 2024 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Explore Nearby Homes

Homes in Nearby Oakwood Neighborhoods

Homes in Nearby Oakwood Cities

Homes in Nearby Oakwood Zip Codes