1205 Watauga Street, Raleigh, NC 27604 - Marti Hampton Real Estate

$639,900

Historic charm. Modern living. Coveted downtown location. Completely reimagined by Stacy Morgan Designs, this beautifully renovated Craftsman bungalow seamlessly blends timeless character with today's conveniences in the heart of Raleigh's coveted Mordecai/Person Street District. Thoughtfully redesigned into a functional 2-bedroom, 2-bath floor plan, the home now boasts a spacious primary… Read More suite with dual closets—including a generous walk-in closet rarely found in homes of this era—while thoughtfully preserving the historic façade, original Craftsman character, beautiful antique interior doors, and timeless architectural details. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including all-new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof, insulation, gutters, water heater, crawlspace vapor barrier, structural support pier, and professionally engineered structural improvements. The stunning kitchen features new cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bosch and Whirlpool stainless steel appliances, and designer finishes throughout. Both bathrooms have been completely renovated, including a luxurious primary bath with a 72-inch double vanity. Regina Andrew designer lighting and new ceiling fans add warmth and sophistication throughout the home. Fresh interior and exterior paint, updated hardware, and a new front door complete this truly turnkey renovation. All renovations were professionally permitted, and a structural engineer's letter is available for buyer review. Every detail was thoughtfully selected to honor the home's historic roots while delivering the comfort, functionality, and craftsmanship today's buyers expect. Offering the charm and architectural character buyers love, paired with the confidence of extensively updated systems and a fully permitted renovation, this home truly offers the best of both worlds. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, an expanded patio perfect for entertaining, a storage shed, and a private driveway with rare off-street parking—an exceptional find in this highly desirable downtown neighborhood. Located less than a mile from the vibrant North Person Street District, this home offers an exceptional walkable lifestyle with local favorites including Optimist Coffee, Yellow Dog Bread Company, Crawford & Son, Standard Beer + Food, and the acclaimed Big Cat restaurant, along with neighborhood breweries, boutiques, and parks all within easy reach. Just minutes from Historic Oakwood, Mordecai Historic Park, downtown Raleigh, and less than five minutes to I-440, this location perfectly balances walkable urban living with effortless access to Midtown, North Hills, RTP, and RDU Airport. This is urban living at its finest—where some of Raleigh's best dining, shopping, and entertainment are right outside your door. Read Less

Courtesy of Raleigh Custom Realty, LLC, Adrienne Mickels, 919-847-2664.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 24, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,068

Lot Size

0.18 Acres

Year Built

1945

MLS Number

10182419

30 Days Snapshot Of 27604

$234k

-34%

(avg) sold price

-50%

homes sold

161

+114%

(avg) days on market

Snapshot

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Additional Details

Property Access

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

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Dryer", "Electric Water Heater", "ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances", "ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher", "Exhaust Fan", "Gas Range", "Microwave", "Range", "Self Cleaning Oven", "Stainless Steel Appliance(s)", "Vented Exhaust Fan", "Washer", "Washer/Dryer Stacked", "Water Heater"

Building

Building Area Total: 1068, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick", "Fiber Cement", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 1068, Other Structures: Storage, Structure Type: House, Year Built: 1945

Community

Community Features: Historical Area

Cooling

Cooling: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Central Air", "Gas", Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Fenced Yard", "Private Yard", "Rain Gutters", "Storage", Patio And Porch Features: "Covered", "Front Porch", "Patio", "Porch"

Fence

Fencing: Back Yard

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: "Family Room", "Gas", "Gas Log"

Floors

Flooring: "Hardwood", "Tile", "Wood"

Heating

Heating: "Central", "None", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Bathtub/Shower Combination", "Breakfast Bar", "Built-in Features", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Double Vanity", "Dual Closets", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Kitchen Island", "Kitchen/Dining Room Combination", "Open Floorplan", "Master Downstairs", "Quartz Counters", "Recessed Lighting", "Smart Thermostat", "Smooth Ceilings", "Stone Counters", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Walk-In Shower"

Laundry

Features: Laundry Closet

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "Front Yard", Lot Size Acres: 0.18, Lot Size Area: 7840.8, Lot Size Square Feet: 7840.8, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 171413041366000 0074420

Energy Saving

Green Energy Efficient: "Appliances", "HVAC", "Insulation", "Roof", "Thermostat", "Water Heater"

Parking

Parking Features: Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: Neighborhood, Zoning: R-6

Roof

Roof: Shingle

Sewer

Sewer: Public Sewer

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 3422.27

Utilities

Water Source: Public

Windows

Window Features: Insulated Windows

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