603 Stacy Street
Raleigh, NC 27607Perched atop a quiet hill beneath a canopy of mature oaks, this fully restored tudor-style storybook cottage blends timeless character with a carefully considered modern renovation. This 3 bed 3.5 bath turnkey home captures expansive views of the tree-lined University Park neighborhood while offering a seamless balance of beauty and everyday livability with a private parking rear access entryway. Reimagined by SOW Design, the home's vaulted ceilings and restored oak hardwood floors establish an atmosphere that feels both airy and welcoming. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen spaces unfold with ease, where integrated appliances, natural stone and walnut surfaces, and antique architectural elements create a layered balance of craftsmanship and function. An intentionally curated lighting plan enhances the home's warmth, casting a soft glow throughout each space. French doors extend the living experience outdoors with new landscaping by Landvision Designs, connecting both the kitchen and first-floor primary suite to a bluestone patio with integrated landscape lighting. At the front of the property, a fire pit overlooks the neighborhood below, creating an inviting setting for gathering with friends or enjoying a quiet evening beneath the trees. All three bedrooms feature vaulted ceilings and en-suite baths, including a serene main-level primary retreat. Additional flex spaces offer room for a library, office or sitting room, while a powder bath, dedicated laundry room, walk-down basement, attic storage, and cedar garden shed provide everyday utility. Comprehensively renovated with new HVAC, plumbing, electrical, spray foam insulation, windows, and doors, the home lives with the confidence of new construction while preserving the charm that makes cottages so enduring. Ideally positioned ITB with close proximity to some of the best of Raleigh like the Rose Garden, NCSU, Ridgewood Shopping Center, and walkability to Raleigh's oldest elementary school, the home offers a distinct lifestyle rooted in creativity and community. A rare cottage with a view, a story to tell, and ready for its next chapter.
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Board & Batten Siding, Spray Foam Insulation, Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Door Features French Doors
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Lock(s), Storage
- Fencing Fenced, Wood
- Lot Size Acres 0.25
- Other Parking street parking in front and 2 private parking spots in rear, accessed by city maintained alleyway.
- Other Structures Greenhouse
- Parking Features Alley Access, Off Street, Parking Pad
- Patio And Porch Features Patio
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,005
- Appliances Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Basement Block, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Unheated, Walk-Up Access
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Marble
- Heating Electric, Hot Water, None
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
- Laundry Features Laundry Room
- Rooms Total 13
- Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 4223.97
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1948
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1948
- NeighborhoodWilmont
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Olds Elementary
- Middle SchoolWake - Martin Middle
- High SchoolWake - Needham Broughton High
Listing courtesy of Northside Realty Inc.. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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