1428 Mordecai Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604Welcome to this beautifully renovated bungalow in one of Raleigh's most in-demand neighborhoods—Historic Mordecai. This home offers a rare combination of thoughtful design, flexible living spaces, and unmatched location. The main house features 4 bedrooms, including a first-floor primary suite, and a bright, open living area perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A built-in dining nook and a walk-in pantry add character and functionality, while the dedicated laundry room ensures modern comfort and convenient storage. Adding incredible versatility, the property includes a private ADU with alleyway access—complete with a kitchenette, bedroom, full bath, washer/dryer hookup, and unfinished storage. Whether used as a guest suite, long or short-term rental opportunity to generate income, or home office, this space provides endless possibilities. Set on tree-lined streets with sidewalks, the home is just steps away from North Person Street, where you can enjoy Raleigh's top local favorites like Crawford & Sons, Jolie, Standard Beer & Food, Oakwood Pizza Box, and Yellow Dog Café. Parks, playgrounds, and Raleigh City Farm are also nearby. With easy access to 440, North Hills, Downtown Raleigh, RTP, and RDU, this property is as convenient as it is charming. This is more than just a home—it's a lifestyle in the heart of one of Raleigh's most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods.
$1,285,000
5 bedrooms
3 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.16 acres
2,674 square feet
$481 per square foot
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- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement, Brick
- Exterior Features Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Fire Pit, Courtyard
- Fencing None
- Lot Size Acres 0.16
- Parking Features Alley Access, Carport, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Patio, Deck
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,199
- Appliances Microwave, Gas Range, Bar Fridge
- Below Grade Finished Area 475
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Quartz Counters, Open Floorplan, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination, High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Pantry
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 1
- Association Amenities None
- Community Features Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Lot Features City Lot, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 968202
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1935
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1935
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Conn
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
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