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Listed by Compass -- Raleigh

$ 3,000,000

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5 Beds

5 Baths

5,682 SqFt

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$ 3,000,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

5 Beds

5 Baths

5,682 SqFt

Open House

Fri Sep 05, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Sun Sep 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,682 sqft

Price per Sqft $527

Subdivision Forest Hills

MLS Listing ID 10119151

Style Site Built

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 5,682

Year Built 1916

Annual Tax Amount $14,215

Lot Size 0.260 Acres

Acres 0.26

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Triangle MLS

Property Description

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 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 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 an extra flex space: bedroom, office or rooftop deck. The property is fully equipped with state-of-the-art amenities: whole-house smart technology, integrated security and audio systems, solar panels, recessed lighting, and a Tesla fast-charging station. The gated driveway offers stacked parking and dual gated 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, 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.

Location

State NC

County Wake

Direction From Glenwood Avenue heading towards Downtown: Turn right onto Oberlin Rd Turn left onto Colonial Rd Turn right onto St Marys St Turn right onto Park Dr Slight left onto Hillcrest Rd Destination will be on the right

Rooms

Bedroom Description Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Living Room, Library, Entrance Hall, Family Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Kitchen, Basement, Gym, Sunroom

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

Primary Bedroom Level Second

Interior

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

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

Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump, Humidity Control, Separate Meters, Zoned

Flooring Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Plank

Window Features Double Pane Windows

Appliance 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

Laundry Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording

Fence Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy

Utilities Available Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities

View Y/N Yes

View Garden

Roof Type Membrane,Slate

Street Surface Asphalt,Paved

Porch Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch

Garage No

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped

Faces From Glenwood Avenue heading towards Downtown: Turn right onto Oberlin Rd Turn left onto Colonial Rd Turn right onto St Marys St Turn right onto Park Dr Slight left onto Hillcrest Rd Destination will be on the right

Foundation Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial, Contemporary, Modern

Structure Type Brick Veneer,Metal Siding,Other

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Wake - Wiley

Middle Schools Wake - Oberlin

High Schools Wake - Broughton

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID PIN # 1704106725

Special Listing Condition Standard

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