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Raleigh, NC 27605Beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated, 127 Forest Road seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury living in one of Raleigh's most desirable Inside-the-Beltline neighborhoods. This stately three-story home offers timeless architectural details including original hardwood floors, Ionic columns, intricate millwork, exposed brick accents, soaring ceilings, and expansive formal living spaces designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining. A sweeping front porch with a swing creates a warm welcome, while gracious formal rooms, a coffered dining room with custom built-ins, two sunrooms, and front and rear staircases showcase the home's exceptional craftsmanship and functionality. The updated kitchen features custom cherry cabinetry, a breakfast room, sitting area, generous pantry, and adjoining mudroom, creating a comfortable and highly functional gathering space for modern living. The second floor includes three spacious secondary bedrooms with en suite baths, along with a luxurious primary suite featuring a fireplace, sitting room, dressing room, and elegant spa-like bath with double vanities. Additional flexible living spaces include a loft workstation area, second-floor laundry room, and a third-floor bedroom or bonus space with a full bath ideal for guests, recreation, or a home office. Rich in history, architectural character, and livability, 127 Forest Road presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained historic home in the heart of Raleigh, convenient to Downtown Raleigh, Five Points, Village District shopping and dining, parks, and top-rated schools.
$1,850,000
5 bedrooms
5 full bathrooms
0.19 acres
4,308 square feet
$429 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N No
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Wood Siding
- Door Features French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Exterior Features Permeable Paving, Rain Gutters, Garden, Fenced Yard, Smart Irrigation, Gas Grill
- Fencing Fenced, Gate
- Garage Y/N No
- Lot Size Acres 0.19
- Parking Features Driveway, Alley Access, Private, Gravel, Off Street, On Street
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Side Porch, Porch
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 4,308
- Appliances Built-In Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Freezer, Microwave, Built-In Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Warming Drawer, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer/Dryer, Instant Hot Water
- Basement Unfinished, Storage Space, Concrete, Sump Pump, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry
- Below Grade Finished Area 0
- Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplaces Total 4
- Flooring Hardwood, Slate, Tile
- Heating Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Dual Closets, Smooth Ceilings, High Ceilings, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Granite Counters, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Double Vanity, High Speed Internet
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
- Rooms Total 15
- Association Y/N No
- Community Features Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Park
- Lot Features Front Yard, City Lot, Back Yard, Native Plants
- Senior Community Y/N No
- Tax Annual Amount 14044.8
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1920
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1920
- NeighborhoodForest Park
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Wiley Elementary
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin Middle
- High SchoolWake - Needham Broughton High
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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