2511 Kenmore Drive
Raleigh, NC 27608Charming 1930s English-style cottage nestled on one of Raleigh's most desirable and captivating streets! Cross the rolling creek over a picturesque stone bridge and follow the sidewalk to this enchanting home, framed by a lush Zoysia lawn and beautifully landscaped grounds. Just a short stroll of approximately 500 yards along the sidewalk-lined street to Fallon Park, this location offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and outdoor enjoyment. Thoughtfully remodeled in 2023, the home blends timeless character with fresh, updated finishes, including refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and an inviting all-white kitchen featuring quartz countertops and a dual-fuel range. The main level offers a welcoming family room with a masonry fireplace, formal dining room, sunroom, and a versatile first-floor bedroom or home office. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom. The beautifully landscaped yard is enhanced by landscape lighting throughout, creating a wonderful setting day and night. Enjoy outdoor entertaining on the spacious 31' x 12' rear patio, surrounded by thoughtfully designed landscaping and additional lighting. Rear alley access leads to a detached 16.9' x 11.5' garage, ideal for a small vehicle, or lawn equipment, bicycles, and additional storage. New HVAC in 2025 completes the package. A delightful blend of classic English cottage charm, thoughtful updates, inviting outdoor spaces, and an exceptional Raleigh location!
$985,000
3 bedrooms
1 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.19 acres
1,674 square feet
$588 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N No
- Carport Y/N No
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Wood Siding
- Exterior Features Private Yard, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Back Yard
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.19
- Parking Features Alley Access, On Street
- Patio And Porch Features Patio
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,674
- Appliances Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Basement Partial, Unfinished, Interior Entry
- Below Grade Finished Area 0
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Masonry, Family Room
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Central, Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
- Laundry Features In Kitchen
- Rooms Total 7
- Window Features Window Treatments, Blinds
- Association Y/N No
- Community Features Park, Sidewalks
- Lot Features Front Yard, Landscaped, City Lot
- Senior Community Y/N No
- Tax Annual Amount 7418.07
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1938
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1938
- NeighborhoodFallon Park
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Joyner Elementary
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin Middle
- High SchoolWake - Needham Broughton High
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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