$7,422 Closing Credit¹
#10087814, David Floyd, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
$615,000 List price
117 Idlewild Ave Raleigh, NC 27601
$7,303
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,476 sqft
0.2 acres
$417 / sqft
House
Property details
About 117 Idlewild Ave
Nestled in the heart of downtown Raleigh, near the desirable Historic Oakwood neighborhood, this stylish 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the ideal mix of urban convenience and peaceful oasis. Built in 2012 and spanning 1,476 square feet, the home features rich hardwood floors throughout the home and thoughtful touches like a custom Murphy bed with integrated bookshelves for added functionality and charm. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with spacious areas perfect for entertaining—from dinners on the spacious screen porch to grilling out on the patio while playing cornhole in the beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard. The outdoor space create the ultimate space to relax, host friends, or simply unwind. With shops, restaurants, and all that downtown Raleigh has to offer just minutes away, this home delivers both tranquility and accessibility in one inviting package.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,476 sqft
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built2012
MLS #10093038
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $615,000
- Price/SqFt: $416
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,107
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From I-440, travel south on New Bern Ave towards downtown. Turn right onto Idlewild, home will be on your left
- Year Built: 2012
- Living Area: 1,476 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 10093038
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: Nest Realty of the Triangle
- Office Phone: (919) 493-8383
- Listing Agent: Lisa Merritt
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2023 | Home Sold | $625,000 |
| May 16, 2013 | Home Sold | $202,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $585,728 | $5,107 |
| 2023 | $368,449 | $3,915 |
| 2022 | $357,409 | $3,638 |
| 2021 | $357,409 | $3,497 |
| 2020 | $357,409 | $3,433 |
| 2019 | $204,556 | $2,254 |
| 2018 | $204,556 | $2,148 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Hunter Magnet Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.5 mi
•1018 E Davie St
4
Poe Magnet Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.3 mi
•400 Peyton St
6
Partnership Magnet Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•601 Devereux St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,375. Most Raleigh, NC residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
59%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Tennis
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
IKEA
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Chipotle
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Jeep
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 117 Idlewild Ave
The listing price of 117 Idlewild Ave property is $615,000.
The property 117 Idlewild Ave is a house located in Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601.
Active Listing: 117 Idlewild Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 117 Idlewild Ave are: Hunter Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Poe Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Partnership Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Moore Square Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ligon Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), The Exploris School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Phillips High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Enloe Magnet High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,107 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 28, 2023 for $625,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 117 Idlewild Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 117 Idlewild Ave is 1,476 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 117 Idlewild Ave is 2012.
This home is located at 117 Idlewild Ave in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27601 in the Oakwood neighborhood. This 1,476 square foot home, which was built in 2012, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $615,000.
Raleigh, NC housing market in April 2025 saw over 121 listings sold above listed price, more than 142 sold at listed price and over 268 sold below. The number of listings in Raleigh, NC increased by 6.4% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 37 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $457,154 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.