$995,000

524 S Boylan Ave Raleigh, NC 27603

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,520 sqft
0.2 acres
$395 / sqft
House

Property details

About 524 S Boylan Ave

Turn of the Century Southern Beauty conveniently located in the desired neighborhood of Historic Boylan Heights in Downtown Raleigh awaits its lucky new owner. This stunning home is filled with charming and distinctive features including: inviting full wrapped front porch; gorgeous original hardwoods on1st and 2nd floor; 4 original fireplaces (decorative only) with beautiful mantels; 9.5ft smooth ceilings; flexible floorplan with 1st floor bedroom/office, 1st floor full bath, den/studio, living room, family room, sep dining room and 3 bedroom upstairs; unfinished basement with interior and exterior entrances offers a potential apartment, in-law suite, etc.; large corner lot with off street parking pad and rear alley access; updated kitchen with beautiful maple cabinets, custom Heath ceramic tile backsplash; granite countertops and island; new dishwasher (2024), new gas range (2024) and French door refrig; updated bathrooms; artisan fans and lighting; stacked washer/dryer (2022) conveys and are currently in 1st floor cedar closet but can be moved to basement if preferred; 2 energy efficient HVAC units (2021); energy efficient storm windows; interior painted (2024); exterior painted (2021); lovely 2nd floor rear covered porch; 2 sets of original pocket doors; handsomely restored original banister and handrails in center staircase; custom built floor to ceiling bookcases; fenced front yard and more. All this with easy access to community parks and playgrounds, shops and restaurants, NCSU, Dix Park, Glenwood South and all that Downtown Raleigh has to offer. Life is good here! Home priced below recent appraisal. Ask Listing Agent for details.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual
Size2,520 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingOff Street, On Site, Parking Pad
MLS #10089585
FireplaceBedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
ViewDowntown, Neighborhood, Park

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10089585
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Fonville Morisey/Brier Creek S
  • Office Phone: (919) 781-4452
  • Listing Agent: David Henry Johnson

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524 S Boylan Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 31, 2006
Home Sold
$455,000
Dec 10, 2004
Home Sold
$332,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$802,636$7,010
2023$542,467$5,952
2022$542,467$5,532
2021$542,467$5,318
2020$542,467$5,221
2019$479,085$5,274
2018$479,085$5,023

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Washington Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.6 mi

1000 Fayetteville St

5

Wiley Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.8 mi

301 Saint Marys St

6

Partnership Magnet Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

601 Devereux 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 $56,703. Residents of Raleigh, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
4%
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?

64%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Chico'sChico's
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 524 S Boylan Ave

This home is located at 524 S Boylan Ave in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27603 in the Inside the Beltline neighborhood. This 2,520 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $995,000.

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. Between February and March 2025, Raleigh, NC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 17.5%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $455,508, while the average time on the real estate market was 48 days.

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

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