Boylan Heights Homes with Wake - Oberlin Middle Middle School

Welcome to Boylan Heights, a charming and vibrant subdivision nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. This picturesque neighborhood is a true gem, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern convenience. With its tree-lined streets and beautifully maintained homes, Boylan Heights is a place where community and comfort come together seamlessly.

One of the standout features of this delightful enclave is its proximity to the highly regarded Wake - Oberlin Middle School. Families with school-aged children will appreciate the ease of access to quality education, making it an ideal location for those seeking a nurturing environment for their kids. The school is known for its dedicated staff and engaging curriculum, ensuring that students receive the best possible educational experience.

In addition to its educational advantages, Boylan Heights boasts a vibrant community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a variety of local parks, quaint cafes, and boutique shops, all within walking distance. The neighborhood's close-knit feel fosters a sense of belonging, where neighbors become friends and community events bring everyone together.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby green spaces offer ample opportunities for recreation, whether it’s a leisurely stroll, a bike ride, or a weekend picnic. With Raleigh's rich cultural scene just a stone's throw away, residents also have easy access to museums, theaters, and dining options, ensuring that there’s always something to explore.

If you’re looking for a place that combines the warmth of community living with the conveniences of urban life, Boylan Heights is the perfect destination for your next home. Come and experience the charm for yourself!

Newest Boylan Heights Homes with Wake - Oberlin Middle Middle School

$844,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10176708 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Built in 1908 and set within Raleigh's beloved Boylan Heights Historic District, 414 S. Boylan Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own one of the neighborhood's original homes. Rich with history and architectural character, its soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, gracious front porch, and timeless craftsmanship provide the foundation for a home uniquely your own. Outside, an unusually deep backyard creates a private retreat rarely found this close to downtown. A flower-filled garden, brick patio, charming walkway, gazebo, and rear alley access provide both immediate enjoyment and future possibilities, whether your vision is to expand outdoor living or to further cultivate the gardens. Established beginning in 1907, Boylan Heights was one of Raleigh's earliest planned suburban neighborhoods and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. More than a century later, its tree-lined streets, architecturally significant homes, welcoming front porches, and strong sense of community continue to define one of the city's most treasured neighborhoods. Life here is measured less by square footage than by experience. Walk to nationally acclaimed Boulted Bread for morning coffee, meet friends at nearby restaurants, breweries, and neighborhood pubs, or spend evenings enjoying galleries, concerts, festivals, parks, and sweeping views of the Raleigh skyline—all just moments from your front door. For those who appreciate history, architecture, and the opportunity to steward something truly special, 414 S. Boylan Avenue offers far more than a home. It is a chance to become part of one of Raleigh's most enduring neighborhoods while creating a legacy that will continue for generations.

414 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh

$1,835,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10170585 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Allen Home BLDG.

Some homes are purchased. Others are stewarded. Welcome to The Allen Home, a rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of Raleigh history in the heart of Boylan Heights. Originally constructed circa 1926 and recognized as a contributing structure within the Boylan Heights National Register Historic District, this remarkable home is being thoughtfully restored and expanded to preserve its historic character while providing the comfort, efficiency, and functionality expected for modern living. Situated on a generous homesite with valuable rear alley access, the home offers a level of privacy, flexibility, and outdoor living rarely found so close to Downtown Raleigh. Step outside and enjoy one of the city's most desirable lifestyles with walkable access to Dix Park, the Warehouse District, Heights House, Boulted Bread, Rebus Works, Liz Kelly Pottery, Sauna House, neighborhood parks, greenways, restaurants, galleries, and Downtown Raleigh. The carefully designed addition expands the residence to more than 3,340 square feet and includes expansive gathering spaces, a dedicated office, private upper-level balcony, scullery pantry with wine storage, generous rear patio, and a rare main-level en suite bedroom ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or flexible work-from-home needs. Selections curated by Monarch Property Co. blend timeless materials and thoughtful craftsmanship with modern convenience through Monogram appliances, designer fixtures, curated tilework, marble accents, and richly layered finishes designed to complement the home's original architecture. This is not a reproduction of a historic home. It is the authentic preservation of one—thoughtfully adapted for its next century of living. Originally constructed circa 1926, the Allen Home is a contributing structure within the Boylan Heights National Register Historic District and is undergoing a preservation-minded restoration and expansion designed in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The carefully designed addition preserves the historic character, scale, and architectural integrity of the original home while expanding the residence to approximately 3,340+ square feet. Features include a rare main-level en suite bedroom, dedicated office, private upper-level balcony, scullery pantry with wine storage, expansive rear patio, and valuable rear alley access. Interior selections curated by Monarch Property Co. include Monogram appliances, Kohler Whitehaven farmhouse sink, Delta Nicoli plumbing fixtures, marble accents, curated tile selections, designer mosaics, frameless glass enclosures, layered brass and champagne bronze finishes, and thoughtfully selected materials intended to complement the home's historic architecture. Comprehensive modernization includes all-new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, upgraded insulation strategies, smart-home infrastructure, and extensive low-voltage prewiring for audio, video, security, networking, and future technology integration. Early buyers may have limited opportunities to personalize select finishes, fixtures, appliances, cabinetry details, technology integrations, lighting, paint selections, and other design elements depending on stage of construction. Buyer to verify all specifications and selections. Subject to final construction plans and approved modifications.

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