126 Hester Street
Knightdale, NC 27545Charming 3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch in the heart of Historic Knightdale -- fully updated and move-in ready. LVP flooring throughout gives the home a clean, modern feel from the moment you walk in. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an added island perfect for entertaining or everyday use. Updated bathroom with brand new tiled tub/shower surround, plus a new window added to bring in natural light. Improved laundry area and pull-down attic stairs for added storage and convenience. Outside, this home has been completely transformed. New concrete driveway, walkway, and front and side steps. All new siding on the exterior. New gutters. Replaced electrical panel and service -- a major upgrade that gives buyers peace of mind. New front door with rebuilt stoop roof, new side door, and new back door. All windows wrapped in aluminum for waterproofing and longevity. New exterior lighting. Hard-wired security cameras on every side of the home convey with the property. Privacy fence encloses the backyard, complete with a shed and a fire pit area with lighting -- the perfect setup for outdoor entertaining. These are not quick fixes -- this is a home that was thoughtfully updated by an owner who lived here and did it right. No HOA. Walking distance to Knightdale Station Park, Oak City Brewing, Prime Barbecue , The Depot on First, and Unhinged Coffee & Co. 5 minutes to 540. 15 minutes to downtown Raleigh.
$299,999
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.23 acres
984 square feet
$305 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Fencing Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
- Lot Size Acres 0.23
- Parking Features Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Deck
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 984
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Vinyl
- Heating Central
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features In Bathroom, Main Level
- Rooms Total 1
- Lot Features Back Yard, Level, Private
- Tax Annual Amount 2401.9
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1944
Additional Property Information
- TypeRanch
- Built1944
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyWake
- AreaKnightdale
- Elementary SchoolWake County Schools
- Middle SchoolWake County Schools
- High SchoolWake County Schools
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