225 Elm StreetRaleigh, North Carolina 27601

Welcome to a fully updated historic home in Historic Oakwood that beautifully blends preserved architectural character with thoughtful modern updates. A welcoming front porch opens to interiors with tall ceilings and original hardwood floors throughout, creating a warm and timeless first impression. The family room or study offers built in functionality and charm with a built in desk, bookshelves, and two corner cabinets. The bright dining room connects easily to the breakfast room and kitchen, where a second fireplace with gas logs, a custom built island, two ovens, abundant cabinet storage, a walk in laundry and pantry, and a dry bar area plumbed for a sink make the space both inviting and highly practical. The home includes three spacious bedrooms, each with an en suite bath. The first floor primary suite features a large walk in closet with built in shelving and drawers, along with a bath that includes a double vanity, walk in shower, and clawfoot soaking tub. A second first floor bedroom with en suite bath is tucked toward the rear of the home, while the upstairs bedroom offers additional privacy and flexibility. A standout sunroom with four sets of French doors fills the home with natural light and creates a seamless connection to the outdoor living spaces. Outside, the brick terrace is designed for entertaining with a heated saltwater pool, waterfall wall, and freestanding brick fireplace. Built in speakers throughout the downstairs further enhance the home’s appeal for gatherings, while off street parking, a driveway, extensive floored attic storage, and a separate fenced side yard add everyday convenience.

Historic Oakwood is one of Raleigh’s most treasured historic neighborhoods, located near downtown and known for its strong sense of place, restored homes, and remarkable architectural variety. The neighborhood is recognized as Raleigh’s first local historic district and is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. City materials note that Oakwood contains Raleigh’s largest collection of nineteenth century Victorian era dwellings and an especially rich range of architectural styles. Nearby neighborhood destinations include Oakwood Park, which offers green space and a dog park, Vallie Henderson Park, which was renovated in 2025 with support from local preservation and neighborhood organizations, and Mordecai Historic Park, where guided tours explore historic buildings and grounds.

Beyond the neighborhood, this location offers close access to many of downtown Raleigh’s most notable destinations. Moore Square is a four acre downtown park that hosts music festivals, markets, and movie nights. Marbles Kids Museum brings hands on exhibits and larger than life movies to the heart of downtown, while the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences offers exhibits, events, and educational programming in downtown Raleigh. Transfer Co. Food Hall, located on East Davie Street in the historic Moore Square Arts District, serves as a downtown food hall, market, and gathering place. Seaboard Station adds another nearby destination with a mix of retail, dining, residential, and community spaces in a connected historic setting. Raleigh Union Station further strengthens the location with Amtrak service and a GoRaleigh stop directly in front of the station.

At The Coley Group, we love helping clients discover Raleigh’s best. Contact The Coley Group for more information or to schedule a private showing and experience this exceptional Historic Oakwood home for yourself.