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    • Price cut: $15K (7/26)
    $515,000

    523 E Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601

    1beds
    1,327sqft
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    $3,066/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1920
    2,613 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $388/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Soaring ceilingsVersatile loftAbundant natural lightGated front porchBright and inviting spaceSmall fenced garden areaSpacious primary bedroom
    Enjoy low-maintenance living just steps from Historic Oakwood and only a few blocks from the State Capitol, Person Street, restaurants, breweries, and everything downtown Raleigh has to offer. Originally built in 1920 completely gutted in 2005/6, expanded, and reimagined in 2009, this home blends historic charm with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open layout that create a bright and inviting space. The spacious primary bedroom, versatile loft, and two unfinished storage areas provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional storage. Enjoy the private deck with room for a fire pit and outdoor seating, plus a storage shed, small fenced garden area, concrete driveway, and gated front porch—all designed for easy, low-maintenance living. Recent improvements include a new roof (2026) and partial crawl space encapsulation (2024), offering added peace of mind. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of downtown Raleigh's most desirable locations.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Phizzy King 919-602-6028,

    Coldwell Banker HPW

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10177859MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level
      Features
      • Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,327
      • Total interior livable area: 1,327 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,327
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Parking Pad
      • Details: Driveway, Street
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, See Remarks
      • Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Storage
      • Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 2,613 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 42 x 60
      • Features: City Lot, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Rectangular Lot, Sloped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
      • Parcel number: 170328994402000 0000469
      • Zoning: RX-3
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Concrete, Fiber Cement
      • Foundation: Concrete, Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920
      • Major remodel year: 2011

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
      • Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
      • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Raleigh

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $388/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $463,877
      • Annual tax amount: $4,065
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/26/2026Price change$515,000-2.8%$388/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10177859 Report a problem
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$530,000+14%$399/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10177859 Report a problem
        8/16/2023Sold$465,000-6.1%$350/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2514764 Report a problem
        7/17/2023Pending sale$495,000$373/sqft
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        7/12/2023Price change$495,000-5.7%$373/sqft
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        6/6/2023Listed for sale$525,000+2900%$396/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2514764 Report a problem
        2/11/2005Sold$17,500$13/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,065 +0.4%$463,877
        2024$4,049 -3.7%$463,877 +20.8%
        2023$4,205 +7.6%$383,945
        2022$3,907 +4%$383,945
        2021$3,756 +1.9%$383,945
        2020$3,687 +32.5%$383,945 +61%
        2019$2,783 $238,422
        2018$2,783 +11.3%$238,422
        2017$2,500 +2.1%$238,422
        2016$2,449 -4.5%$238,422 -2.9%
        2015$2,563 +5.4%$245,626
        2014$2,432 $245,626
        2013-- $245,626
        2012-- $245,626 +72.7%
        2011-- $142,191
        2010-- $142,191 -12.5%
        2009-- $162,479
        2008-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Central

        Getting around

        88 / 100
        Very Walkable
        73 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        91 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Wake County Schools
        • Middle: Wake County Schools
        • High: Wake County Schools

        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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