2427 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27608Architecturally significant cottage designed by William ''Polly'' Deitrick, thoughtfully reimagined into a chic city retreat and beautifully complimented by the awesome outdoor spaces - framed by a secluded .44-acre lot and accessed via a private alley opposite the Carolina Country Club with brick retaining wall and driveway leading to the house/carport - the front stoop opens to the light-filled foyer with period stairwell and arched opening into the generously proportioned family room which includes a wall of windows and fluted mantle flanked by built-in bookcases - the adjoining dining room includes French doors to the covered back porch and cased opening to the cozy study with bay window and built-ins - the state-of-the-art kitchen overlooks the breakfast nook and den with vaulted ceiling and French doors to the side stoop and expansive brick terrace - the kitchen is highlighted by the white quartzite countertops with Sub Zero and Thermador appliances and deep basin farm sink with gooseneck faucet - there is also a first-floor bedroom with two closets and double doors into the updated bath with custom built vanity and zero-entry shower - the indescribable charm is further enhanced by the 9' ceilings, hardwoods (up/down), oversized moldings and unique architectural elements - the second floor features a primary bedroom with sitting area and his-n-her closets and bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower - the second bedroom also has two closets plus an updated bath and adjoining laundry - the lower level features a clever built-in cabinet with trundle bed, full bath and more French doors to a small covered patio - the serene outdoor spaces include a covered back porch, two patios and a detached carport (or gazebo) with adjoining studio - the studio/office (13x12) is a great creative space with lots of windows, vaulted ceiling and Mitsubishi HVAC - fantastic schools - truly one of kind!
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Carport Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer, Concrete, Plaster, Stucco
- Door Features French Doors
- Exterior Features Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters
- Fencing Back Yard, Brick, Partial
- Lot Size Acres 0.44
- Parking Features Alley Access, Carport, Deeded, Parking Pad
- Patio And Porch Features Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,631
- Appliances Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
- Basement Bath/Stubbed, Concrete, Crawl Space, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Partial, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access
- Below Grade Finished Area 591
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Zoned
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Basement, Family Room, Gas Log
- Fireplaces Total 2
- Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Heating Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Radon Mitigation, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Rooms Total 11
- Window Features Bay Window(s), Screens
- Association Amenities None
- Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Lot Features Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Private
- Tax Annual Amount 11653.25
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1928
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1928
- NeighborhoodCountry Club Villas
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Root
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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