Raleigh, NC 27603 1008 Dorothea Drive

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  • MLS# 10099605
  • 05/29/2025
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  • Beds • 3
  • Baths • 3
  • SQFT • 2,103

Home Details

Charming 100-Year-Old Gem in Historic Boylan Heights Step into a piece of Raleigh's history with this beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated 100-year-old home in the heart of Historic Boylan Heights. Overflowing with charm and character, this unique property perfectly blends vintage details with modern functionality—offering the lifestyle you've been dreaming of just steps from the city's best galleries, shops, bars, restaurants, and the stunning Dix Park. On the first floor, you'll find a cozy bedroom, a full bathroom, and a versatile office/den—ideal for remote work, guests, or a quiet reading nook. Upstairs, the light-filled living and dining space is centered around a mid-room, see-through brick fireplace that brings warmth and ambiance to both areas. The spacious kitchen offers an abundance of counter space, including a bar-height counter perfect for 3-4 stools—ideal for casual dining or entertaining. Two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide comfort and convenience. Enjoy relaxing mornings or lazy afternoons on the charming second-floor front porch, complete with space for your favorite plants, porch furniture, or even a hammock. Parking is easy with street parking out front and off-street parking accessible via the rear alley. Whether you're walking, biking, or driving, you'll love the vibrant lifestyle this location offers—all while enjoying the timeless character and warmth of a truly special historic home. Don't miss this rare opportunity in one of Raleigh's most beloved neighborhoods!
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Interior Features for 1008 Dorothea Drive

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

Half Baths0
Total Baths3

Other Interior Features

Above Grade Finished Area1428
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementDaylight, Exterior Entry, Partial, Partially Finished, Crawl Space
Below Grade Finished Area675
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Fireplace FeaturesDining Room, Double Sided, Family Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBookcases, Granite Counters
Laundry FeaturesMain Level
Total Fireplaces1

General for 1008 Dorothea Drive

AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer
Architectural StyleBungalow
Attached Garage No
Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
Carport Y/NNo
CityRaleigh
Construction MaterialsWood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
CountyWake
DirectionsTake Glenwood Avenue Towards Downtown Raleigh. Cross Over Hillsborough Street, Then RIGHT On W. Morgan. Take First LEFT OnBoylan Avenue, Then RIGHT On Dorothea Drive
Elementary SchoolWake County Schools
Full Baths3
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingFireplace(s), Gas Pack, Natural Gas
High SchoolWake County Schools
Lease Considered Y/NNo
LevelsTwo
Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
Lot Size Square Feet6534
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
Middle/Junior High SchoolWake County Schools
ModificationTimestamp2025-05-30T10:47:18.000Z
New ConstructionNo
Open Parking Spaces3
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofShingle
RoomsPrimary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Den, Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeSite Built
Subdivision NameBoylan Heights
Tax Annual Amount5463.73
Total Rooms7
Year Built1920

Exterior for 1008 Dorothea Drive

Building Area Total2103
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony
Foundation DetailsBrick/Mortar
Horse Y/NNo
Lot Size Acres0.15
Lot Size Area6534
Open Parking Y/NYes
Other ParkingDesignated parking accessed off the alley behind the house.
Parking FeaturesAlley Access, No Garage, Off Street, On Street
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

Middle School Wake County Schools Middle School
Elementary School Wake County Schools Elementary School
High School Wake County Schools High School

Nina Gervase

Realtor
Price $730,000
MLS#10099605
List Date 05/29/2025
Property Type Single Family
Phone 919.323.0880
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