$319,000

1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Raleigh, NC 27610

$3,788
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
975 sqft
0.2 acres
$327 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Charming and stylish, this beautifully updated bungalow is ideally located just minutes from downtown Raleigh and directly adjacent to the Raleigh Greenway Trail. Thoughtfully renovated in 2020, the home features a stunning chef's kitchen and two luxurious walk-in tile showers. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, the open-concept layout blends the living room and kitchen seamlessly—perfect for entertaining. Designer touches are found throughout, including unique trim accents, brushed gold fixtures, chic wallpaper, and eye-catching tilework. The kitchen stands out with two-tone cabinetry, open shelving, a striking tile backsplash, and a functional butcher block island that doubles as a prep space and casual dining area. Step outside to enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard—an open canvas ready for your personal landscape vision. Additional updates include a 2020 HVAC system, aluminum gutters with full coverage, a whole-house alarm system, and consistent pest control service by Go-Forth. Don't miss your chance to own this Raleigh gem!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size975 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1970
MLS #10097470

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Shower, Wired for Data
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Back Fence, Wood Fence, Deck, Fence, Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $319,000
  • Price/SqFt: $327
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,440
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From RDU take I-40 East Take Exit 300 for Rock Quarry Rd Turn Left onto Rock Quarry Road Turn Right on MLK Jr Blvd U-Turn at Grantland Drive 17171 MLK is on the right
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Living Area: 975 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10097470
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Advantage
  • Office Phone: (919) 467-5111
  • Office Email: espeas@cbadvantage.com
  • Listing Agent: Luke Aaron Dubbelman

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 02, 2020
Home Sold
$225,000
Feb 28, 2019
Home Sold
$106,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$278,684$2,440
2023$166,617$1,836
2022$166,617$1,706
2021$166,617$1,641
2020$111,197$1,611

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Poe Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.4 mi

400 Peyton St

5

Hunter Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.7 mi

1018 E Davie St

4

Southeast Raleigh Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1436 Rock Quarry Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $30,000. Typical income of Raleigh, NC residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

58%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
36%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

The listing price of 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd property is $319,000.

The property 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd is a house located in Raleigh, North Carolina, 27610.

Active Listing: 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd are: Poe Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hunter Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southeast Raleigh Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ligon Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Carnage Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Moore Square Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central Wake High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Enloe Magnet High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,440 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 2, 2020 for $225,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd is 975 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd is 1970.

This home is located at 1717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27610 in the Inside the Beltline neighborhood. This 975 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $319,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Raleigh, NC there were more than 121 sold above asking price, over 268 sold below and more than 142 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in Raleigh, NC there were 6.4% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $457,154, while the average time on the real estate market was 37 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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