318 Cooke St Raleigh, NC 27601

Listing details for 318 Cooke St, Raleigh, NC 27601 : Character and charm define this beautiful 1920's home in Raleigh's Idlewild neighborhood, located just around the corner from Historic Oakwood and one mile from downtown. Come experience downtown living on Cooke St, a truly special neighborhood with tree-lined streets, wide sidewalks, and a friendly neighborhood vibe! Thoughtfully cared for and well-maintained since 2009, 318 Cooke St offers 1419 sq ft of living space with 3 beds & 2.5 baths, all on one level. Distinctive heart pine floors and high ceilings set the stage for an inviting open feel. The freshly painted interior flows nicely from living, to dining, to kitchen providing connected space that is excellent for entertaining. The kitchen showcases warm cabinetry, granite countertops, and a center island and the washer, dryer, fridge, and wine fridge will remain in the home for the new owner. Both the primary bath & guest bathrooms were redesigned and fully renovated in 2020, striking a nice balance of classic and modern aesthetics. The two guest bedrooms have new carpeting, one of which the seller found ideal to use as a home office. The fully fenced outdoor retreat is landscaped with a retaining wall and an expansive paver patio, providing the perfect backdrop for gathering with family, friends, and pets. Further improvements include: 2020 - new front door, new back door, all new double-paned windows, replaced front porch and stair treads, refreshed landscaping front and back yards, paver patio hardscaping in backyard, hardwired backyard lighting, and a new HVAC system. 2021: air purifier installed. 2023 - new siding was installed, along with a dehumidifier and vapor barrier in the crawl space.