2147 Wake Drive
Raleigh, NC 27608Approaching from the street, you'll be instantly captivated by this enchanting brick residence straight out of a storybook. The home beckons you to explore every detail, featuring three bedrooms within the main house and an additional two nestled in the delightful carriage house. On the main floor of the carriage house, a spacious living area with exposed beams welcomes you, while upstairs offers two bedrooms and a bathroom, providing endless opportunities for use. Whether you envision turning it into a lucrative VRBO, a home studio, a teen hangout, or a cozy in-law suite, the possibilities abound. The carriage house adds 1,185 square feet to the uniquely designed 2,300 square feet of the main dwelling, resulting in nearly 3,500 square feet of total living space. This exceptional property is a rare gem in the vibrant and highly sought-after Five Points neighborhood. Properties like this, especially those featuring a detached two-car garage, are hard to come by in the 27608 area code. Blending charming character with modern conveniences, the home boasts soaring ceilings and hardwood floors that enhance its appeal. A collection of distinctive windows, adorned with plantation shutters, fills the interior with natural light and warmth. French doors lead out to a quaint Charleston-style courtyard, ideal for casual grilling or relaxing with drinks and coffee on a private patio. An expansive walk-up attic completes the home, offering generous additional storage options.
$1,170,000
5 bedrooms
4 full bathrooms
0.19 acres
2,297 square feet
$509 per square foot
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1929
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Root
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int. © 2024 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Masonite, HardiPlank Type, Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Door Features French Doors
- Exterior Features Lighting, Gas Grill, Basketball Court, Courtyard, Smart Irrigation, Rain Gutters
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.19
- Other Structures Guest House
- Parking Features Garage Door Opener, Garage, Parking Pad, Detached
- Patio And Porch Features Patio, Side Porch, Front Porch
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,297
- Appliances Humidifier, Gas Range, Free-Standing Gas Range, Washer/Dryer, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
- Basement Partial, Unheated, Unfinished, Concrete, Exterior Entry
- Cooling Zoned, Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Natural Gas, Zoned, Forced Air, Electric
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Room Over Garage, Eat-in Kitchen, Double Vanity, Storage, In-Law Floorplan
- Laundry Features Main Level
- Rooms Total 12
- Window Features Plantation Shutters
- Lot Features Sloped, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 8888
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1929
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