MLS# 10087845 – 1208 College Place, Raleigh, NC 27605 – Real Estate in Cary, Raleigh and Surrounding Areas

Courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int, Megan Hackley.

Property Description

Description

6 Beds

5 full, 1 half Baths

5,659 Sqft

17,424 Sqft lot

0.40 Acre lot

Status: Active

Property Type: Single Family Residence

Year Built: 1920

Neighborhood: Cameron Park

Days on Website: 79

Nestled in Forest Park, one of Raleigh's most historic and sought-after neighborhoods, this grand 1920s estate offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city's rich architectural past. Situated on a sprawling corner lot and a half, the home is introduced by a stunning grand staircase in the entryway, setting the tone for its timeless elegance. Brimming with character and charm, this expansive residence features six graciously sized bedrooms and five and a half baths, including 2 main-level bedrooms and an inviting primary suite with its own fireplace and enclosed sitting area. Designed for both grandeur and comfort, the home showcases a library, a parlor, and elegant formal living and dining rooms, all bathed in natural light. A sunroom off the kitchen provides a tranquil space to enjoy morning coffee while overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens. A separate apartment with a private entrance offers incredible flexibility for guests, rental income, or a home office. At the heart of the home, the BA Farrell-designed kitchen is a chef's dream, offering separate cooking zones and ingenious hidden storage solutions. The gardens feature specimen plantings selected by the former director of the Duke gardens. With its exceptional walkability, this estate places you just steps from Wiley Elementary and St. Mary's School for Girls, as well as Raleigh's finest restaurants, galleries, parks, and shops. Its prime location also offers easy access to NCSU and the vibrant downtown area. A true gem from a bygone era, this historic estate is ready for a visionary to restore its former grandeur while blending classic charm with modern convenience. An extraordinary opportunity awaits—imagine the possibilities!

Property Details and Features

Property Access

Accessibility Features:

"Accessible Bedroom", "Accessible Common Area", "Accessible Full Bath", "Accessible Washer/Dryer"

Road Frontage Type:

"City Street"

Road Surface Type:

"Paved"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances:

"Built-In Electric Oven", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Double Oven", "Dryer", "ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer", "ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator", "Free-Standing Freezer", "Freezer", "Gas Cooktop", "Gas Water Heater", "Ice Maker", "Microwave", "Refrigerator", "Oven", "Washer"

Basement

Basement:

"Apartment", "Bath/Stubbed", "Crawl Space", "Daylight", "Exterior Entry", "Finished", "Heated", "Partially Finished", "Storage Space", "Walk-Out Access"

Bathrooms

5 full bathrooms

1 half bathroom

5.5 total bathrooms

6 total bathrooms

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms

Building

Building Area Total:

5659

Building Area Units:

Square Feet

Construction Materials:

"Brick", "Wood Siding"

Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Living Area:

5659

Other Structures:

"Shed(s)", "Storage", "Workshop"

Structure Type:

"House", "Multi Family", "Site Built"

Year Built:

1920

Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Historical Area, Sidewalks

Cooling

Cooling:

"Attic Fan", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Central Air", "Dual", "Gas", "Zoned"

Cooling Included

Doors

Features:

"French Doors", "Storm Door(s)"

Exterior Features

Exterior Features:

"Courtyard", "Fenced Yard", "Garden", "Lighting", "Private Yard", "Rain Gutters", "Storage"

Patio And Porch Features:

"Deck", "Front Porch", "Patio"

Fence

Fencing:

"Back Yard", "Front Yard", "Partial", "Wood"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included

Features:

"Gas Log", "Kitchen", "Living Room", "Masonry", "Master Bedroom", "Wood Burning"

Floors

Flooring:

"Ceramic Tile", "Hardwood", "Linoleum"

Foundation

Foundation Details:

"Block", "Brick/Mortar", "Combination", "Permanent", "Pillar/Post/Pier"

Heating

Heating:

"Central", "Electric", "Forced Air"

Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features:

"Apartment/Suite", "Bathtub/Shower Combination", "Bookcases", "Built-in Features", "Cathedral Ceiling(s)", "Cedar Closet(s)", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Chandelier", "Coffered Ceiling(s)", "Crown Molding", "Dressing Room", "Dual Closets", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Entrance Foyer", "High Ceilings", "High Speed Internet", "In-Law Floorplan", "Keeping Room", "Kitchen Island", "Natural Woodwork", "Pantry", "Master Downstairs", "Recessed Lighting", "Second Primary Bedroom", "Shower Only", "Smart Camera(s)/Recording", "Smooth Ceilings", "Soaking Tub", "Storage", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Walk-In Shower", "Wet Bar"

Laundry

Features:

"Inside", "Laundry Room", "Main Level", "Sink"

Listing

Days On Market:

Location

Subdivision Name:

Cameron Park

Lot

Lot Features:

"Back Yard", "Corner Lot", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Hardwood Trees", "Landscaped", "Level", "Many Trees", "Native Plants", "Near Public Transit", "Rectangular Lot"

Lot Size Acres:

0.4

Lot Size Area:

17424

Lot Size Square Feet:

17424

Lot Size Units:

Square Feet

Parcel Number:

1704206548

Parking

Parking Features:

Additional Parking, Attached Carport, Carport, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, On Site, On Street, Storage

1 carport space

1 covered space

Carport Included

Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence

View:

"Downtown", "Garden"

Roof

Roof:

"Shingle", "Slate"

Schools

High School:

Wake - Broughton

Middle Or Junior School:

Wake - Oberlin

Elementary School:

Wake - Wiley

Sewer

Sewer:

"Public Sewer"

Spa

Spa Features:

"None"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount:

9843.8

Utilities

Utilities:

"Cable Available", "Electricity Connected", "Natural Gas Connected", "Phone Available", "Sewer Connected", "Water Connected"

Water Source:

"Public"

Windows

Window Features:

"Blinds", "Double Pane Windows", "Plantation Shutters", "Screens", "Skylight(s)", "Storm Window(s)", "Window Treatments", "Wood Frames"

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1208 College Place Raleigh , NC 27605

Subdivision Name: Cameron Park

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