617 Polk St

Raleigh, NC 27604

$659,000
Price
3
Beds
2,021 Sq. Ft.
$326 / Sq. Ft.
2,021
Sq. Ft.
$326
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Rare opportunity for a low entry price into Historic Oakwood neighborhood! This 3 bed 2-1/2 bath home offers a main level primary suite with two closets, dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Hardwood floors span the formal living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room, foyer and kitchen. Upstairs has two large bedrooms with full bath and laundry room. Inviting front porch, private fenced yard with large deck. 3 car off street driveway parking. This gem is situated...Rare opportunity for a low entry price into Historic Oakwood neighborhood! This 3 bed 2-1/2 bath home offers a main level primary suite with two closets, dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Hardwood floors span the formal living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room, foyer and kitchen. Upstairs has two large bedrooms with full bath and laundry room. Inviting front porch, private fenced yard with large deck. 3 car off street driveway parking. This gem is situated on a quiet tree lined street just minutes from downtown Raleigh's best dining, shopping, cultural landmarks and entertainment. Being sold As-Is, seller will not accept any repairs.
  1. Listed by Bill Sewell • Sewell Realty Group

Property Details for 617 Polk Street

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Yes
Subdivision
Historic Oakwood
LISTING UPDATED: 01/21/2026 12:14 PM

Property Details for 617 Polk Street

StatusActive
MLS #10142410
Days on Market1
Taxes$6,452 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1988
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyWake County

Location

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Building Information for 617 Polk Street

Stories1Year Built1988Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,750 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,212

Property Taxes

$538

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 617 Polk Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-10
  • Directions: East on Peace Street to right on N Blount Street to left on Polk Street. House on left.
  • Subdivision Name: Historic Oakwood
  • Latitude: 35.786148
  • Longitude: -78.629208
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,451.60
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 18
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: Less Than 1 Year
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Conn
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin
  • High School: Wake - Broughton
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2021.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 170420919276000 0165078
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 47
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Frame, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior: Driveway, Frame
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Driveway
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 9.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 11.9 x 13.8
  • Room Width: 13.8
  • Room Length: 11.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11.9 x 18
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Length: 11.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.9 x 18
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Length: 11.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.4
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Length: 10.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 10.9 x 11.9
  • Room Width: 11.9
  • Room Length: 10.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 16.6 x 11.9
  • Room Width: 11.9
  • Room Length: 16.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 7.8 x 8.5
  • Room Width: 8.5
  • Room Length: 7.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.8
  • Room Width: 7.8
  • Room Length: 8.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 7.8 x 10
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length: 7.8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 617 Polk Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10142410

$659,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10142410

$659,000

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

Public Records for 617 Polk Street

Taxable ValueLand$400,000Additions$337,484Total$737,484
Tax Record2025$6,452 ($538 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,710 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,710 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1988ZoningR-10CountyWAKEAPN1704.20-91-9276 0165078Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 617 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

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 617 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC 27604

617 Polk Street is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27604. This property was listed for sale on January 21, 2026 by Sewell Realty Group, it's currently listed at $659,000. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Conn Elementary, Oberlin Middle School and Needham Broughton High. 617 Polk Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,021 sqft single family home built in 1988.

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