1313 College Place Raleigh, NC 27605
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,474 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,474 sqft
Price per Sqft $532
Subdivision Forest Park
MLS Listing ID 10153513
Style Site Built
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,474
Year Built 1933
Annual Tax Amount $8,862
Lot Size 5,662 Sqft
Acres 0.13
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Triangle MLS
Property Description
A stately front portico with balcony above sets the tone for the gracious interiors. Inside, a grand entry foyer welcomes guests and is flanked by a marble-floored music room on one side and a formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace on the other. Throughout the home, 10-foot ceilings, wood shutters, and pairs of arched windows create an atmosphere of timeless elegance. The fully renovated kitchen offers a seamless blend of historic character and modern function, featuring a Viking gas cooktop with vent hood, double wall ovens, Bosch dishwasher, quartzite countertops, and custom cabinetry with inset doors. A charming breakfast room with a built-in banquette set within a bay window is complemented by a dry bar with glass cabinetry, making it both practical and inviting for everyday living.
Additional main-level spaces include a formal dining room illuminated by a crystal chandelier, a cozy library with built-in bookshelves, a powder room that retains the charm of the home's original era, and a mudroom/laundry room with convenient rear entrance. Just outside, a covered side porch and brick courtyard provide a private outdoor retreat surrounded by landscaping that comes alive each spring. Upstairs, the home offers four bedrooms and three updated full baths. The primary suite includes a luxurious bath with double vanity, walk-in shower, and an exceptional walk-in closet. A smaller fourth bedroom, accessible by a rear staircase from the kitchen, offers flexibility for a guest room, office, or creative space. Additional storage and future possibilities can be found in the unfinished basement and walk-up attic. Completing the home's distinctive architectural presence are the beautifully refurbished terra cotta tile roof and the elegant symmetry characteristic of its Italianate Classic Revival design. A short stroll from The Village District, the home enjoys easy access to one of Raleigh's most beloved destinations for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Its central location also places Downtown Raleigh and NC State University just minutes away. Nearby attractions include the scenic grounds of Pullen Park, the renowned North Carolina Museum of Art, and the vibrant State Farmers Market. Residents can also explore Raleigh's downtown museums and events or enjoy the expansive green spaces and skyline views at Dorothea Dix Park. The Dr. Carl W. Bell House represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Raleigh's architectural history in one of the city's most cherished historic neighborhoods.
Location
State NC
County Wake
Direction From Glenwood Avenue, turn right onto Hillsborough Street, right onto W Park Drive, right on College Place; the home will be on the right.
Rooms
Other Rooms • Primary Bedroom: 14.2 x 14.2 (Second)
• Bedroom 2: 14.2 x 14 (Second)
• Bedroom 3: 12.2 x 14 (Second)
• Dining Room: 17.7 x 14 (Main)
• Family Room: 22 x 14 (Main)
• Kitchen: 9.2 x 17.6 (Main)
• Laundry: 10 x 5.5 (Main)
• Other: 9 x 9 (Second)
• Other: 9 x 44 (Main)
• Other: 25 x 22 (Main)
Basement Unfinished
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Interior
Interior Features Bathtub Only, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
Heating Other
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood, Marble, Tile
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Water Heater
Laundry Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Courtyard
View Y/N Yes
Roof Type Spanish Tile
Porch Covered, Front Porch, Porch
Garage No
Private Pool No
Building
Faces From Glenwood Avenue, turn right onto Hillsborough Street, right onto W Park Drive, right on College Place; the home will be on the right.
Foundation Other
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional
Structure Type Brick
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Wake - Wiley
Middle Schools Wake - Oberlin
High Schools Wake - Broughton
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 1704200412
Special Listing Condition Standard
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