117 Hillcrest Road, Raleigh, NC 27605 - Marti Hampton Real Estate

$3,000,000

Located in Forest Park, one of Raleigh's most desirable inside-the-beltline neighborhoods, 117 Hillcrest Road blends historic grandeur with contemporary luxury. This important 110-year-old Georgian Revival, originally owned by Dr. John Reuer of NC State's College of Design, carries a distinguished architectural lineage. The current owners commissioned Tonic Design to fully… Read More renovate the home and create a modern two-story expansion. The result is a seamless dialogue between past and present. The project won a coveted NC American Institute of Architects award in 2018. The original residence showcases grand, light-filled formal rooms with high 10' ceilings, ornate woodwork, and hardwood floors. A wide entry foyer and elegant staircase establish a sense of timeless sophistication. While the original portion of the home maintains a formal layout, the addition introduces an open, transparent space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private landscaped bamboo garden. A bright 2-story circulation hall links the two structures. The home spans three levels and is designed for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. Highlights include a library with custom built-ins, two kitchens, and both formal and informal dining spaces. A chef's dream, the kitchens feature Thermador appliances, a professional gas range, three ovens, two refrigerators, two freezers, three dishwashers, and an ice maker. The lower level includes a media room, guest suite, and a wellness area with gym, steam shower, and sauna. Upstairs offers multiple bedrooms, including two separate primary suites. The modern wing's second level serves as a private owner's retreat with dressing room and spa-inspired bath. Additional storage is provided by a walk-in attic with potential to be finished as a possible fourth level for a sixth bedroom, office or rooftop deck. The property is fully equipped with state-of-the-art amenities: whole-house smart technology, integrated security system, active solar panels, recessed lighting, and a Tesla fast-charging station. The secured, gated driveway offers stacked parking and dual entry ways for convenience and privacy. High fencing surrounds the landscaped yard, creating a private oasis in the heart of the city. The location is unmatched—just minutes from downtown Raleigh, Cameron Village, shopping, dining, a YMCA and major highway arteries. 117 Hillcrest Road is more than a home—it is a rare architectural conversation, where historic grandeur meets modern design, offering an elegant canvas for living, entertaining, and celebrating Raleigh's design heritage. Read Less

Courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh, Marianne Mansour, 919-726-6548.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 16, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

5,682

Lot Size

0.26 Acres

Year Built

1916

MLS Number

10119151

30 Days Snapshot Of 27605

$636k

+68%

(avg) sold price

homes sold

159

+224%

(avg) days on market

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Property Access

Road Frontage Type: "City Street", Road Surface Type: "Asphalt", "Paved"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Built-In Electric Range", "Built-In Gas Oven", "Built-In Gas Range", "Built-In Refrigerator", "Dishwasher", "Dryer", "Exhaust Fan", "Gas Oven", "Gas Range", "Humidifier", "Refrigerator", "Stainless Steel Appliance(s)", "Washer", "Washer/Dryer", "Water Purifier Owned"

Basement

Basement: "Daylight", "Finished", "Full", "Heated", "Storage Space", "Sump Pump"

Building

Building Area Total: 5682, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick Veneer", "Metal Siding", "Other", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 5682, Structure Type: "Site Built", Year Built: 1916

Cooling

Cooling: "Central Air", "Heat Pump", "Humidity Control", "Separate Meters", "Zoned", Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Fenced Yard", "Garden", "Gas Grill", "Lighting", "Outdoor Grill", "Private Yard", "Rain Gutters", "Smart Camera(s)/Recording", Patio And Porch Features: "Covered", "Front Porch", "Rear Porch", "Screened", "Side Porch"

Fence

Fencing: "Back Yard", "Fenced", "Privacy"

Floors

Flooring: "Ceramic Tile", "Concrete", "Hardwood", "Plank"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Slab"

Heating

Heating: "Active Solar", "Central", "Electric", "Fireplace(s)", "Gas Pack", "Heat Pump", "Hot Water", "Natural Gas", "Zoned", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Apartment/Suite", "Bathtub/Shower Combination", "Bookcases", "Breakfast Bar", "Built-in Features", "Pantry", "Chandelier", "Crown Molding", "Dining L", "Double Vanity", "Dressing Room", "Dual Closets", "Entrance Foyer", "Granite Counters", "High Ceilings", "High Speed Internet", "Keeping Room", "Kitchen Island", "Kitchen/Dining Room Combination", "Living/Dining Room Combination", "Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures", "Open Floorplan", "Recessed Lighting", "Sauna", "Second Primary Bedroom", "Shower Only", "Smart Camera(s)/Recording", "Smart Home", "Smart Thermostat", "Smooth Ceilings", "Soaking Tub", "Sound System", "Stone Counters", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Walk-In Shower", "Water Closet", "Wired for Data", "Wired for Sound"

Laundry

Features: "Inside", "Laundry Room", "Upper Level"

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "City Lot", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Hardwood Trees", "Landscaped", Lot Size Acres: 0.26, Lot Size Area: 11325.6, Lot Size Square Feet: 11325.6, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: PIN # 1704106725

Parking

Parking Features: Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Gate, Gated, Gravel, Inside Entrance, No Garage, On Street, Open, Outside, Private, Secured

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: "Garden"

Roof

Roof: "Membrane", "Slate"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 14215

Utilities

Utilities: "Cable Available", "Cable Connected", "Electricity Connected", "Natural Gas Available", "Natural Gas Connected", "Sewer Connected", "Underground Utilities", Water Source: "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Double Pane Windows"

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