523 E Edenton St

Raleigh, NC 27601

$515,000
Price
1
Bed
1,327 Sq. Ft.
$388 / Sq. Ft.
1,327
Sq. Ft.
$388
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

See price improvement! Enjoy low-maintenance living just steps from Historic Oakwood and only a few blocks from the State Capitol, Person Street, restaurants, breweries, and everything downtown Raleigh has to offer. Originally built in 1920 completely gutted in 2005/6, expanded, and reimagined in 2009, this home blends historic charm with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open layout that create a bright and inviting space. The spacious primary bedroom,...See price improvement! Enjoy low-maintenance living just steps from Historic Oakwood and only a few blocks from the State Capitol, Person Street, restaurants, breweries, and everything downtown Raleigh has to offer. Originally built in 1920 completely gutted in 2005/6, expanded, and reimagined in 2009, this home blends historic charm with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open layout that create a bright and inviting space. The spacious primary bedroom, versatile loft, and two unfinished storage areas provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional storage. Enjoy the private deck with room for a fire pit and outdoor seating, plus a storage shed, small fenced garden area, concrete driveway, and gated front porch—all designed for easy, low-maintenance living. Recent improvements include a new roof (2026) and partial crawl space encapsulation (2024), offering added peace of mind. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of downtown Raleigh's most desirable locations.
  1. Listed by Phizzy King • Coldwell Banker HPW

Property Details for 523 East Edenton Street

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Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
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Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/31/2026 09:16 PM

Property Details for 523 East Edenton Street

StatusActive
MLS #10177859
Taxes$4,065 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,613 SF
CountyWake County
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Building Information for 523 East Edenton Street

Stories1Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,613 SF

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$2,618

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Property Information for 523 East Edenton Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: RX-3
  • Directions: E Edenton is a one-way Street. From Person Street, you can get to it by going east on New Bern, left on Swain, Left on E Edenton OR east on E Jones, R on Swain, R on E Edenton. House on Right.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.781114
  • Longitude: -78.63114
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Neighborhood: Downtown
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,065.47
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 0
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake County Schools
  • Elementary School 2: Wake County Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake County Schools
  • Middle School 2: Wake County Schools
  • High School: Wake County Schools
  • High School 2: Wake County Schools
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1327.0
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Rectangular Lot, Sloped
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 42 x 60
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
  • Parcel Number: 170328994402000 0000469
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Power Production YN: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
  • Community Features: Curbs, Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
  • Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, See Remarks
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Concrete, Fiber Cement, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Spa: No
  • Equipment Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad, Fiber Cement, Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 5.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 10
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 523 East Edenton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 25, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10177859

$515,000—
Jul 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10177859

$530,000—
Aug 16, 2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2514764

$465,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/25/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10177859

$515,000
07/02/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10177859

$530,000
08/16/2023

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2514764

$465,000

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

Public Records for 523 East Edenton Street

Taxable ValueLand$270,000Additions$193,877Total$463,877
Tax Record2025$4,065 ($339 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,145 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,145 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,614 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated2008ZoningRX-3CountyWAKEAPN1703.28-99-4402-000

Schools near 523 East Edenton Street

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

Ligon Middle
Public6 to 8

Needham Broughton High
Public9 to 12

Wake Young Men'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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More information about 523 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

523 East Edenton Street is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27601. This property was listed for sale on July 2, 2026 by Coldwell Banker HPW, it's currently listed at $515,000. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on August 16, 2023. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Powell Elementary, Ligon Middle and Needham Broughton High. 523 East Edenton Street is a 1-bed, 2-bath, 1,327 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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