745 Catawba Street
Raleigh, NC 27609Discover this exceptional Mid-Century Modern gem in the highly sought-after North Hills area, where timeless architecture meets sophisticated contemporary design. Inspired by clean Nordic aesthetics, this beautifully updated home features vaulted ceilings with an exposed wooden beam, skylights, light hardwood floors, a striking painted brick fireplace and custom wood shelving. The designer kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing a dramatic quartz waterfall island, European style white cabinetry with wooden accents, Louis Poulsen PH5 Danish pendant lighting, white tile back splash, Wolf five burner gas cook top, premium Bosch stainless steel appliances including a wall oven and ultra-quiet dishwasher and smart refrigerator. The versatile living area includes a cozy gas log fireplace and built-in display cabinetry with a concealed TV nook with sliding doors that can easily be reconfigured to fit your lifestyle. Additionally, the home offers a large flex space that is perfect for an office, studio or workout/recreaction room. The convenient hall laundry closet includes an Electrolux Washer Dryer stack and shelves for linens. The spacious primary suite is a rare find for a home of this era, offering abundant natural light, automated power shades, and an incredible custom dressing room with ample storage for your wardrobe. The spa-inspired en-suite bath has been thoughtfully renovated with a custom tiled walk-in shower, heated tile floors, a quartz double vanity with custom cabinetry, and premium finishes throughout. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a screened porch, expansive concrete patio ideal for entertaining and grilling, professionally landscaped yard, and custom wood privacy fencing. A new concrete driveway provides three flat parking spaces so unloading your groceries is a breeze. Recent upgrades include a new AC system and a new electrical panel in 2025. A smart thermostat and custom smart lighting, were added offering modern comfort and peace of mind. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, and all that vibrant North Hills has to offer, this one-of-a-kind home perfectly blends iconic Mid-Century style with today's luxury amenities.
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Wood Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Private Yard
- Fencing Back Yard, Wood
- Lot Size Acres 0.3
- Parking Features Concrete, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Patio, Screened
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,109
- Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Cooling Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Living Room
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Dressing Room, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smart Light(s), Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Sound System, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features In Hall, Laundry Closet
- Rooms Total 7
- Window Features Garden Window(s), Window Coverings
- Community Features Park
- Lot Features Hardwood Trees
- Tax Annual Amount 5995.51
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1960
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1960
- NeighborhoodNorth Hills
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Brooks Elementary
- Middle SchoolWake - Carroll Middle
- High SchoolWake - Sanderson High
Listing courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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