$10,000

closing credit¹

520 Polk St Raleigh, NC 27604

$925,000
4 beds
3 full
2,571 sqft
0.2 acres
$360 / sqft
House

Property details

About 520 Polk St

The Webb Holloway House, one of the most talked about homes in Historic Oakwood, is ready for its next owner. This 4-bedroom/3-bath beauty with its huge front porch sits on a large city lot with lovely grand old trees on one of the prettiest streets in Downtown Raleigh. It has an open feel and features gorgeous wood floors, beautiful moldings and doors, and large windows everywhere. It has a geothermal heat pump, a full basement, copper gutters, and off-street parking. The 1305-sq-ft barn with its wooden floor and lots of windows is loaded with possibilities. You can walk, bike, or scooter to all the restaurants, festivals, museums, and shopping in Downtown Raleigh and the Person Street District from your new home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingGeothermal
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Geothermal
Size2,571 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1901
ParkingDriveway, On Street
MLS #10073543
FireplaceDecorative, Living Room

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10073543
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Raleigh Homes Realty
  • Office Phone: (919) 946-3256
  • Office Email: callahanrealestate@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Richard Callahan

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$911,322$7,934
2023$617,522$6,750
2022$617,522$6,272
2021$617,522$6,028
2020$617,522$5,918
2019$518,750$5,687
2018$518,750$5,416

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Hunter Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.9 mi

1018 E Davie St

6

Partnership Magnet Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

601 Devereux St

6

Wiley Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.2 mi

301 Saint Marys St

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 $49,375. Typical income of Raleigh, NC residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most 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 OperaSymphony or Opera
  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • IKEAIKEA
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • JeepJeep
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 520 Polk St

This home is located at 520 Polk St in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27604 in the Oakwood neighborhood. This 2,571 square foot home, which was built in 1901, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $925,000.

In December 2024 more than 71 listings in Raleigh, NC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 116 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 264 were sold below. The number of listings in Raleigh, NC decreased by 12.1% between November and December 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $449,952, while the average time on the real estate market was 39 days.

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

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