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Raleigh, NC 27601We are delighted to present 215 N East St, a stunning Queen Anne Gable-front-and-wing frame cottage built in 1897 for Charles Mebane, then State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Located in the highly sought-after Historic Oakwood neighborhood, this home has been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully updated to honor its historic charm. Noteworthy features include full-height windows on the wraparound front porch, a steeply pitched roof, and a freshly painted porch with intricate trim. Inside, you'll find an updated luxury primary bath, restored leaded stained glass transoms, replica crystal doorknobs, fresh paint, new lighting, heart pine flooring and 11 ft. ceilings throughout the majority of the main level.The basement offers endless possibilities, whether for an apartment, Airbnb, or private home office. Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens provide opportunities for gardening enthusiasts to enjoy pollinator-friendly flowers and much more. This is an opportunity you will not want to miss.
$1,175,000
4 bedrooms
3 full bathrooms
0.12 acres
2,800 square feet
$420 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Wood Siding
- Door Features French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Exterior Features Garden, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Fencing Back Yard, Wood, Gate
- Lot Size Acres 0.12
- Parking Features On Street
- Patio And Porch Features Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around, Rear Porch
- Structure Type Site Built, House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,142
- Appliances Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer, Gas Cooktop
- Basement Walk-Out Access, Finished, Exterior Entry, Heated, Apartment
- Below Grade Finished Area 658
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Living Room, Bedroom
- Fireplaces Total 4
- Flooring Tile, Wood
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Central
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Entrance Foyer, Chandelier, Double Vanity, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Built-in Features, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Eat-in Kitchen, Apartment/Suite, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, In-Law Floorplan, Stone Counters, High Ceilings, Separate Shower
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 10
- Window Features Wood Frames
- Association Amenities None
- Community Features Sidewalks, Historical Area
- Lot Features Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Front Yard, City Lot, Back Yard, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 8681.55
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1897
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1897
- NeighborhoodHistoric Oakwood
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Conn
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Urban Durham Realty. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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