$799,000

603 Polk St Raleigh, NC 27604

$9,488
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,397 sqft
0.1 acres
$572 / sqft
House

Property details

About 603 Polk St

If you have been dreaming of a charming historic home with a white picket fence on a corner lot on one of the prettiest streets in Downtown Raleigh, here it is!!! This Victorian cottage in Historic Oakwood is the perfect blend of historical charm and modern convenience, featuring gleaming heart pine floors, high ceilings, a stained glass transom window in the central hall, and a clawfoot tub, along with an updated master bathroom with double vanities and a beautiful modern kitchen. The kitchen has modern cabinetry, double ovens, a 6-burner cooktop, soapstone countertop, and a large island, plus there is a pass-through to the family room and a large pantry/laundry room. There are 4 fireplaces, 2 wood-burning fireplaces and 2 decorative. The large, open lot has plenty of space for outdoor living with a brick patio in the rear, a full rocking-chair front porch, and already-approved architectural plans for a fabulous new shed structure. All of this and you can walk, bike, or scooter to the dog park, and all the restaurants, festivals, museums, and shopping in Downtown Raleigh and the Person Street District from your new home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusComing Soon
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,397 sqft
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingOn Street
MLS #10082778
Active DateMarch 17, 2025

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10082778
  • 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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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2005
Home Sold
$275,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$750,087$6,534
2023$439,810$4,813
2022$439,810$4,473
2021$439,810$4,299
2020$439,810$4,221
2019$323,316$3,552
2018$323,316$3,383

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

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

5

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. Residents of Raleigh, NC typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically 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 603 Polk St

This home is located at 603 Polk St in Raleigh, NC and zip code 27604 in the Oakwood neighborhood. This 1,397 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.

Raleigh, NC housing market in February 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 83 sold at listed price and over 194 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Raleigh, NC increased by 7.5% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $455,202 and the average listing age was 51 days.

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

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