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Raleigh, NC 27610*Ask agent about special financing w/100% LTV, no mortgage insurance, 5K in down payment assistance & 5K in closing costs with First National Bank!! Extensively updated bungalow in the prime Inside the Beltline Longacres neighborhood! This bright and open floor plan was completely renovated in 2020 with energy-efficient windows, a 25-year architectural shingle roof, and vinyl siding, fascia, and soffit. The stunning interior boasts smooth ceilings, fresh paint inside and out, and exotic hand-scraped bamboo floors throughout. The stylish kitchen features white shaker cabinets, Giallo Ornamental granite, and stainless steel appliances. The beautifully upgraded bathroom offers a designer vanity, Carrera tile shower, and long plank tile floors. Originally a 3-bedroom, the home has been reconfigured into a spacious 2-bedroom layout with a huge owner's suite and sitting area, with the potential to be converted back. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking a private backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy added privacy with no homes across the street--just 5 acres of wooded land owned by the City of Raleigh. With a Walk Score of 82, this location is ''Very Walkable'', meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. This home has also been a successful short-term rental, making it a fantastic investment opportunity. With updated HVAC, ductwork, water heater, custom doors, brushed nickel fixtures, and a moisture barrier, this move-in-ready home is a rare find in a coveted location! Too many updates to list! See special features sheet.
$320,000
2 bedrooms
1 full bathrooms
0.24 acres
961 square feet
$333 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Features Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Lot Size Acres 0.24
- Parking Features Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Deck
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 961
- Appliances Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Basement Crawl Space
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Bamboo, Tile
- Heating Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Smooth Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Recessed Lighting, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs
- Laundry Features In Hall
- Rooms Total 5
- Window Features Insulated Windows
- Lot Features Private, Landscaped, Front Yard
- Tax Annual Amount 2562
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1955
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1955
- NeighborhoodLong Acres
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Poe
- Middle SchoolWake - Moore Square Museum
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Raleigh Custom Realty, LLC. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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