This 1920 Boylan Heights BEAUTY is bursting with charm and modern updates! Lovingly renovated and updated in 2018 by its current owner to honor its historical character, she's ready for her next stewards. Open, bright and airy with soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, gracious spaces and gorgeous natural light throughout. With a first floor primary, laundry/mudroom, and 6 fireplaces (5 decorative/1 gas) - there's one for almost every room! A gorgeous renovated chef's kitchen boasts stunning and ample granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and loads of cabinetry! The large French doors in the kitchen lead to a spacious Trex deck out back, perfect for evening entertaining and morning bird watching! A grand staircase leads to three massive bedrooms and a wonderful, sunny nook that makes the perfect office. And there's a hard-to-find basement - A very large one with tons of storage space! Updated plumbing, electrical, HVAC ductwork, and so much more! Gather with friends and neighbors on the massive wrap around front porch for cocktails as you enjoy one of downtown Raleigh's most beloved and vibrant neighborhoods, or take a short stroll to Boulted Bread, Heights House, Wye Hill, the Warehouse District and nearby greenway trails. Walk to Wiley Elementary on the weekdays, and on the weekends head to Dorothea Dix Park - our 300+ acre urban park, just blocks from home!
Sold for $1,170,000
$1,170,000
1005 W Lenoir St, Raleigh, NC 27603
4beds
2,772sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$1,150,600 Zestimate®
$422/sqft
$3,510 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,150,600
$1.09M - $1.21M
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 12:47am
Listed by:
Susan Rains 919-360-9962,
Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
Bought with:
Kerry Ann Dallin, 341912
Real Broker, LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10088704
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Family Room, Gas, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,772
- Total interior livable area: 2,772 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,772
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1703268821
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Shingle, Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Raleigh
- Subdivision: Boylan Heights
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | Sold | $1,170,000-2.1%$422/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10088704 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$431/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10088704 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Price change | $1,195,000-2.4%$431/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000+129%$442/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10088704 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2018 | Sold | $535,000-4.9%$193/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2188989 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,105 +0.4% | $1,041,707 |
| 2024 | $9,067 +20.6% | $1,041,707 +51.4% |
| 2023 | $7,519 +7.6% | $687,954 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Wiley ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Oberlin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 7/10Needham Broughton HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Wiley
- 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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Estimated market value
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- North Carolina
- Wake County
- Raleigh
- 27603
- Central
- 1005 W Lenoir St