117 Hillcrest Road
Raleigh, NC 27605Located in Forest Park, one of Raleigh's most sought-after inside-the-beltline neighborhoods, 117 Hillcrest Road offers a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home blending historic Georgian Revival design with modern luxury living. Originally built over 110 years ago, the home was once owned by Dr. John Reuer of NC State's College of Design. The current owners partnered with Katherine Hogan Architects to complete a full renovation, including a striking two-story modern addition. The project received a 2018 North Carolina American Institute of Architects award for its integration of historic and contemporary design. The historic portion features light-filled formal rooms, 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, detailed millwork, and a grand entry foyer with an elegant staircase. The modern addition offers open-concept living with floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking a private landscaped bamboo garden. A two-story circulation hall connects the historic and modern sections. The home spans three levels and includes a library with built-ins, formal and informal dining areas, and a chef's kitchen with scullery, Thermador appliances, professional gas range, three ovens, two refrigerators, two freezers, three dishwashers, and an ice maker. The lower level includes a media room, wine cellar, guest bedroom, and wellness space with gym, steam shower, and sauna. Upstairs features multiple bedrooms and two primary suites. The upper level of the modern wing serves as a private owner's retreat with dressing room and spa-style bath. Additional features include smart home technology, integrated security system, solar panels, recessed lighting, and a Tesla charging station. Exterior features include a gated driveway with stacked parking, dual entrances, and mature landscaping providing privacy. Conveniently located minutes from Downtown Raleigh, the Village District, parks, the YMCA, and major commuter routes.
$2,975,000
5 bedrooms
4 full, 2 half bathrooms
0.26 acres
6,255 square feet
$476 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Brick, Glass, Metal Siding, Plaster, Spray Foam Insulation, Steel Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
- Fencing Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy
- Lot Size Acres 0.26
- Parking Features Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Gate, Gated, Gravel, Private, Secured
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 4,675
- Appliances Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Purifier
- Basement Crawl Space, Daylight, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
- Below Grade Finished Area 1,580
- Cooling Central Air, Dual, Zoned
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Active Solar, Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Pantry, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Dining L, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Keeping Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Second Primary Bedroom, Shower Only, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Sound System, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
- Laundry Features Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Rooms Total 20
- Window Features Double Pane Windows
- Association Amenities Trail(s)
- Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 14215.38
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1916
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1916
- NeighborhoodForest Park
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Wiley
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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