Some homes are preserved. Others are reborn with purpose. Welcome to The 1893 House, a fully restored Neoclassical Revival residence in Raleigh's Blount Street Historic District, blending historic character, modern luxury, and exceptional walkability. This approximately 4,800 sq ft home features 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, restored millwork, and thoughtfully curated spaces including a French inspired parlor, a deep green library, designer suites, and a striking custom pink quartz champagne bar. Renovated in 2023-2024 by Design by Tula and 2SL Design Build, the residence blends timeless architecture with elevated finishes. A fully finished lower level with a hidden speakeasy style lounge delivers rare downtown entertaining flair. Currently operating as a luxury short-term rental, the property offers flexible use as a primary residence, second home, or income-producing asset. This is more than a home. It's a place designed to be experienced.
For sale
$4,200,000
516 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27604
4beds
5,060sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
0.37 Acres Lot
$3,978,900 Zestimate®
$830/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 25 days |
- 2,586 |
- 173 |
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Listed by:
Gretchen Coley 919-526-0401,
Compass -- Raleigh,
Christian Beca 214-901-6354,
Compass -- Raleigh
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10162471
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,060
- Total interior livable area: 5,060 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,158
- Finished area below ground: 902
Property
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1704810478
- Zoning: OX-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Combination
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Historical Area
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $830/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,671,293
- Annual tax amount: $14,595
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
Estimated market value
$3,978,900
$3.78M - $4.18M
$4,576/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+158.5%$830/sqft |
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| 5/4/2022 | Sold | $1,625,000-4.4%$321/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2433597 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Pending sale | $1,699,000$336/sqft |
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| 3/30/2022 | Contingent | $1,699,000$336/sqft |
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| 3/21/2022 | Price change | $1,699,000-5.6%$336/sqft |
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| 2/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000$356/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,732 +0.4% | $1,671,293 |
| 2024 | $15,672 +102.8% | $1,671,293 +153.4% |
| 2023 | $7,728 +7.1% | $659,595 |
| 2022 | $7,217 +7.3% | $659,595 |
| 2021 | $6,728 +1.8% | $659,595 |
| 2020 | $6,611 -14.5% | $659,595 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $7,728 | $630,888 |
| 2018 | $7,728 +10.7% | $630,888 |
| 2017 | $6,980 +2% | $630,888 |
| 2016 | $6,844 | $630,888 -3.7% |
| 2015 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2014 | $6,965 | $654,958 |
| 2013 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2012 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2011 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2010 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2009 | -- | $654,958 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: North Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Conn ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Oberlin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Needham Broughton HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Conn
- Middle: Wake - Oberlin
- High: Wake - Broughton
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Wake County
- Raleigh
- 27604
- North Central
- 516 N Blount St
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