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Raleigh, NC 27604***OFFER DEADLINE, Sunday March 1st at 5pm*** Completely timeless. Some homes follow trends. Others quietly outlast them. 605 Polk Street is a rare Oakwood cottage. Set along a charming, tree-lined street, this home showcases craftsmanship and proportions rarely found today. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, leading into interiors filled with original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, abundant natural light, and classic millwork. Owner suite offers separate shower, walk in closet, the kitchen addition built in 2008, pairs historic charm with modern convenience, featuring a vaulted ceiling, generous cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and seamless flow into dining and living areas. Spacious bedrooms include decorative fireplaces, while a bright enclosed porch offers flexible space for a home office, studio, or retreat. Great storage and laundry, Major updates include a new roof (2024), HVAC (2023), and water heater (2021). A huge private backyard and detached storage building offer endless possibilities. Gardening, Crochet, whatever your heart desires.
$844,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.25 acres
1,899 square feet
$444 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Wood Siding
- Exterior Features Storage
- Fencing Back Yard
- Lot Size Acres 0.25
- Other Structures Shed(s), Storage
- Parking Features Concrete, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,899
- Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 9
- Community Features Historical Area
- Lot Features City Lot, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 7383.49
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1907
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1907
- NeighborhoodHistoric Oakwood
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Conn
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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