***OFFER DEADLINE, Sunday March 1st at 5pm*** Completely timeless. Some homes follow trends. Others quietly outlast them. 605 Polk Street is a rare Oakwood cottage. Set along a charming, tree-lined street, this home showcases craftsmanship and proportions rarely found today. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, leading into interiors filled with original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, abundant natural light, and classic millwork. Owner suite offers separate shower, walk in closet, the kitchen addition built in 2008, pairs historic charm with modern convenience, featuring a vaulted ceiling, generous cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and seamless flow into dining and living areas. Spacious bedrooms include decorative fireplaces, while a bright enclosed porch offers flexible space for a home office, studio, or retreat. Great storage and laundry, Major updates include a new roof (2024), HVAC (2023), and water heater (2021). A huge private backyard and detached storage building offer endless possibilities. Gardening, Crochet, whatever your heart desires.
Sold for $865,000
$865,000
605 Polk St, Raleigh, NC 27604
3beds
1,899sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1907
0.25 Acres Lot
$863,400 Zestimate®
$456/sqft
$2,482 Estimated rent
Home value
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Tall ceilingsAbundant natural lightDetached storage buildingWelcoming covered front porchOriginal hardwood floorsSpacious bedroomsHuge private backyard
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Listed by:
Dana Ellington 919-622-5051,
Compass -- Raleigh
Bought with:
Betsy Simmons, 224112
Simmons Realty Group
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10149197
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,899
- Total interior livable area: 1,899 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,899
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 170420917350000 0015575
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage, Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Historical Area
- Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $456/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $844,340
- Annual tax amount: $7,383
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Sold | $865,000+2.5%$456/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Pending sale | $844,000$444/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $844,000+29.8%$444/sqft |
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| 11/30/2021 | Sold | $650,000-7.1%$342/sqft |
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| 10/26/2021 | Pending sale | $700,000$369/sqft |
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| 10/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $700,000$369/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,383 +0.4% | $844,340 |
| 2024 | $7,353 +16.7% | $844,340 +46.5% |
| 2023 | $6,301 +7.6% | $576,236 |
| 2022 | $5,854 +4% | $576,236 |
| 2021 | $5,627 +1.9% | $576,236 |
| 2020 | $5,524 +3% | $576,236 +24.9% |
| 2019 | $5,366 | $461,257 |
| 2018 | $5,366 +11.4% | $461,257 |
| 2017 | $4,818 +2.1% | $461,257 |
| 2016 | $4,719 +4.8% | $461,257 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $4,502 | $432,792 |
| 2014 | -- | $432,792 |
| 2013 | -- | $432,792 |
| 2012 | -- | $432,792 |
| 2011 | -- | $432,792 |
| 2010 | -- | $432,792 -5.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $456,490 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: North Central
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Conn ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Oberlin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Needham Broughton HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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