William S. Primrose House built in 1894 boasts charm of sturdy slate roof showing commitment to quality that withstands test of time. Double front porches offers views of city lights. 5 working fireplaces, built-in bookcases, and heart of pine flooring. Owners suite and sun room added in 2007 by Greg Paul Builders. 10' ceilings down and 9' up. Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops in kitchen. Tankless hot water heater. Sunroom surrounded by wall of windows overlooking private beautifully landscaped backyard w/lady bank rose overed arbor. Yard is larger than most other lots in Oakwood. 2 storage sheds and private well for irrigation. Walkable to downtown, Seaboard, The Capitol, ad Person Street shopping and dining (pharmacy and vet) and 2 blocks from bike rental station.
Sold for $1,165,000 on 04/17/24
$1,165,000
317 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27601
4beds
2,715sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1894
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$1,155,500 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$3,506 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 09:39pm
Listed by:
Jim Allen 919-645-2114,
Coldwell Banker HPW
Bought with:
Brianna Nicole Lane, 317284
Costello Real Estate & Investm
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10016381

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Disposal, Down Draft, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,715
- Total interior livable area: 2,715 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,715
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, No Garage
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Courtyard, Misting System, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Downtown, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1704806886
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Local Historic Designation
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Historical Area
Location
- Region: Raleigh
- Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
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Estimated market value
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