907 West Johnson Street
Description
Inside, natural light takes center stage, moving freely across...There is something deeply reassuring about a 1936 brick house. On one of Forest Park's most established blocks, 907 West Johnson Street carries four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms with assurance and ease. The home presents as an enduring framework that has moved through nearly a century of Raleigh's evolution. With 2,613 square feet of finished living space, it offers a compelling foundation for a thoughtfully modern next chapter.
Inside, natural light takes center stage, moving freely across all levels and highlighting the original hardwoods and millwork. At its center, back-to-back fireplaces form a sculptural spine, structuring circulation and balance, equally suited to quiet evenings or hosting friends after a downtown festival or parade.
The eat-in kitchen is framed by a bay-style window that draws in light throughout the day and opens directly onto the deck, reinforcing its role as a true center of daily life. The plan feels remarkably prescient. Every bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the existing layout supports the future creation of a more substantial primary suite. One rear bedroom opens to a private upper balcony, transitioning naturally to an expansive terrace overlooking a deep, secluded yard.
Below, an almost 1000 square-foot conditioned basement adds depth to the story. Climate-controlled and expansive, it offers space to shape over time, fitness studio, media room, workshop, or something entirely your own.
Parks and tree-lined sidewalks shape the daily rhythm here, while Forest Park's social cadence, seasonal gatherings and shared traditions, gives the neighborhood its enduring pull. It's a community defined by architectural character and supported by sought-after school assignments.
Beyond the block, the city opens naturally. The Village District offers a polished approach to shopping and errands, Smoky Hollow sets the tone for evenings out, and downtown Raleigh supplies festivals, parades, and cultural momentum throughout the year, with museums and galleries in the Warehouse District close at hand. Forest Park remains the constant, a setting that values history, connection, and continues to define Inside the Beltline living at its best.
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1Property Information for 907 West Johnson Street
- Taxes: $8,163 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Wake County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.4%
- View: Neighborhood
- Zoning Description: R-6
- Subdivision: Forest Park
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1936
- Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,970 SF
- Zoning: R-6
- Directions: W Peace St to W Park Dr, Right onto W. Johnson St, home is on the Left.
- Subdivision Name: Forest Park
- Latitude: 35.787408
- Longitude: -78.653134
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Neighborhood: Forest Park
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $8,163.21
- City Limits Of: Raleigh
- Has City Limits: Yes
- Lot Number: 6 & 7
- Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Has Property Leased: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-03-16
- Elementary School: Wake - Wiley Elementary
- Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin Middle
- High School: Wake - Needham Broughton High
- Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Off Site
- Garage Spaces: 4.0
- Garage: No
- Building Area Total: 2316.0
- Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Hardwood Trees
- Lot Size Dimensions: 60x120x60x120
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional, Transitional
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 999.0
- Parcel Number: 170418218678
- Structure Type: House
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
- Has Primary Residence: No
- Sold PriceList Price: 0.97
- New Construction: No
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
- Senior Community: No
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Association Amenities: None
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Partial
- Foundation Details: Permanent
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
- Roof: Shingle
- New Construction Type: House, Brick
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
- Basement Description: Unheated
- Fireplace Features: Decorative, Family Room, Living Room, See Remarks
- Has Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Door Features: Storm Door(s)
- Windows Treatment: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Whole House Fan
- Has Cooling: Yes
- Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Has Heating: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
- Laundry Features: In Basement
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Smooth Ceilings
- Rooms Total: 9.0
- Type: Primary Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Length: 13.2
- Width: 16.0
- Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Length: 11.1
- Width: 133.0
- Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Length: 9.6
- Width: 13.3
- Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Length: 13.3
- Width: 13.7
- Type: Entrance Hall
- Level: Main
- Length: 6.0
- Width: 15.0
- Type: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 13.2
- Width: 19.7
- Type: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 13.4
- Width: 13.5
- Type: Breakfast Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 7.3
- Width: 10.0
- Type: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 13.2
- Width: 18.39
- Type: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Length: 13.3
- Width: 16.7
Property History for 907 West Johnson Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | $925,000 | — |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1936061799 | $925,000 | — |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1935622297 | $925,000 | — |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | — | |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | $999,900 | — |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10128452 | $1,050,000 | — |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10128452 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10104279 | $1,195,000 | — |
| Jun 19, 2025 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10104279 | $1,300,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | $925,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1936061799 | $925,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1935622297 | $925,000 |
| 02/26/2026 | Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | — |
| 01/15/2026 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10141504 | $999,900 |
| 12/19/2025 | Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10128452 | $1,050,000 |
| 10/17/2025 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10128452 | $1,100,000 |
| 10/16/2025 | Withdrawn Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10104279 | $1,195,000 |
| 06/19/2025 | Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10104279 | $1,300,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 907 West Johnson Street
Schools near 907 West Johnson 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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