524 Gardner St, Raleigh, NC 27607

$740,000
3
BD
3
BA
1,967
SqFt

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Seller Representative Keller Williams Realty Cary

Buyer Representative

Sold Price
$740,000
List Price
$750,000
Closing Date
Nov 13, 2025
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
10109858
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Full-baths
2
Half-baths
1
Living Area
1,967
Lot Size
5,663
Subdivision
Forest Hills
Year Built
1998
Acres
0.13

Property Description

Welcome to 524 Gardner Street, where historic charm meets vibrant living in the heart of Raleigh's iconic Forest Hills/University Park neighborhood. This character rich 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends timeless elegance with modern updates—offering an idyllic lifestyle for every stage of life. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, 9-foot ceilings, and lovely architectural details throughout. A formal dining room sets the scene for lively dinner parties, while the oversized living room, complete with a gas fireplace and French doors, flows seamlessly to a spacious back porch nestled beneath a graceful magnolia tree—perfect for morning coffee or evening wine. The low-maintenance backyard invites easy living, and inside, thoughtful updates bring peace of mind: a brand-new roof, new carpet, tasteful paint throughout, and stylish new appliances—including a Bosch dishwasher, a new stove/oven, and microwave & Kohler sink. The sun-filled primary bedroom boasts vaulted ceilings, a large walk in closet, a stunning new skylight in a spa-like ensuite bath. There is storage galore with ample closets throughout and a spacious walk up attic space for plentiful storage options. Set in one of Raleigh's most walkable and coveted neighborhoods, this home is just steps from the Raleigh Rose Garden, Isabella Cannon Park, the Village District, Jaycee Park, NCSU, Whole Foods, and top-rated schools—all while feeling tucked away in a serene, tree-lined setting. Don't miss your chance to live in one of Raleigh's most idyllic neighborhoods—Forest Hills is calling you home!

Additional Information

Style
Traditional
Foundation
Other
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Double Vanity, Eat-In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination
Exterior Features
Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
Elementary School
Wake - Olds
Middle School
Wake - Martin
High School
Wake - Broughton
Water
Public
Basement
Crawl Space, Crawl Space
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Roof
Shingle
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

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