We are delighted to present 215 N East St, a stunning Queen Anne Gable-front-and-wing frame cottage built in 1897 for Charles Mebane, then State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Located in the highly sought-after Historic Oakwood neighborhood, this home has been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully updated to honor its historic charm. Noteworthy features include full-height windows on the wraparound front porch, a steeply pitched roof, and a freshly painted porch with intricate trim. Inside, you'll find an updated luxury primary bath, restored leaded stained glass transoms, replica crystal doorknobs, fresh paint, new lighting, heart pine flooring and 11 ft. ceilings throughout the majority of the main level.The basement offers endless possibilities, whether for an apartment, Airbnb, or private home office. Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens provide opportunities for gardening enthusiasts to enjoy pollinator-friendly flowers and much more. This is an opportunity you will not want to miss.
Sold for $1,230,000
$1,230,000
215 N East St, Raleigh, NC 27601
4beds
2,800sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1897
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,212,200 Zestimate®
$439/sqft
$3,433 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,212,200
$1.14M - $1.28M
$3,433/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 01, 2025 at 08:03am
Listed by:
Mary R Hunter 919-810-7005,
Urban Durham Realty
Bought with:
Gretchen Coley, 209948
Compass -- Raleigh
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10051876
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Apartment/Suite, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Apartment, Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,142
- Finished area below ground: 658
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard, Gate, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1704.20900032 0057335
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage, Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Other
- Roof: Metal, Rubber, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Historical Area, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Raleigh
- Subdivision: Historic Oakwood
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2024 | Sold | $1,230,000+4.7%$439/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10051876 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2024 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$420/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10051876 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+36.2%$420/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10051876 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2022 | Sold | $863,000-1.4%$308/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2444413 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2022 | Contingent | $875,000$313/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2444413 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,081 +4.6% | $1,038,955 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $8,682 +41.9% | $997,394 +78.3% |
| 2023 | $6,118 +7.6% | $559,427 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Conn ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Oberlin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Needham Broughton HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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- North Carolina
- Wake County
- Raleigh
- 27601
- North Central
- 215 N East St