$530,000

2128 Watkins St Raleigh, NC 27607

$6,294
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,168 sqft
0.3 acres
$454 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2128 Watkins St

From the moment you drive up you'll know this property is special. The way the landscaping welcomes you in, yet provides the occupants privacy and beautiful views, shows the planning put into the design so now you can enjoy the result. The mix of textures and colors provides year round interest. Entering the home you'll find a light, bright space with thoughtful updates throughout. Enjoy the open kitchen that enables you to converse with friends and family in the living and dining areas. The hardwood floors are ready for you to refinish before you move in, but all the big things have been checked off. Replacement Window World insulated windows, Roof 2020, Water Heater 2017, Updated kitchen and half bath leave you with little to do but move in. Wander onto the screen porch, across the large deck and down to the private hot tub and enjoy a relaxing soak as you look across the back yard where you can have your own fire pit. In the event you want to leave your private oasis, Lion's Park is just 3 blocks and you're only .4 miles from Gateway Plaza with Union Special, Mordecai Brewing Co and a plethora of shops or head .7 miles and enjoy the activities at Tap Yard Raleigh or a coffee or kolache from Pine State Coffee. Easy direct access to downtown Raleigh and main thoroughfares means Raleigh is yours to explore.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Gas Pack, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Gas Pack, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,168 sqft
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built1958
ParkingCarport, Concrete, Paved
MLS #10091355
ViewGarden, Neighborhood

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10091355
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Real Broker, LLC
  • Office Phone: (919) 348-2585
  • Office Email: NCBroker@therealbrokerage.com
  • Listing Agent: Chip Barker

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2128 Watkins St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 29, 2012
Home Sold
$176,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$486,032$4,241
2023$302,262$3,314
2022$302,262$3,080
2021$302,262$2,961
2020$302,262$2,907
2019$204,603$2,255
2018$204,603$2,148

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Powell Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.8 mi

1130 Marlborough Rd

4

Joyner Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.4 mi

2300 Lowden St

4

Underwood Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.7 mi

1614 Glenwood Ave

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 $49,242. The majority of Raleigh, NC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

53%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • ToyotaToyota
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2128 Watkins St

This home is located at 2128 Watkins St in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27604 in the Inside the Beltline neighborhood. This 1,168 square foot home, which was built in 1958, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $530,000.

Raleigh, NC housing market in March 2025 saw over 104 listings sold above listed price, more than 112 sold at listed price and over 266 sold below. The number of listings in Raleigh, NC increased by 17.5% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 48 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $455,508.

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

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