




512 Hertford St, Raleigh, NC, 27609
About This Home
Nestled on a picturesque 1.32-acre lot in the highly sought-after Country Club Hills, this elegant brick four-level home with cedar shake roof was thoughtfully designed by Jo Ewing and meticulously crafted by Hollingsworth & White - featuring a dramatic two-story foyer with switch-back staircase which leads to the handsome study with custom cabinets and spacious dining room with patterned hardwood floors and bay window - the centrally located gourmet kitchen includes KitchenAid and Wolf appliances, a large center island and 3-sided breakfast nook which adjoins the the gorgeous sunroom with 17' ceilings and the warm, sophisticated family room with fireplace and built-ins - broad expanses of glass span the back of the house and include French doors to the oversized deck which provides an intimate connection to the natural setting and a glimpse of Crabtree Creek - the first floor also includes a secluded guest suite (or primary) with double vanity and two walk-in closets- the spacious second floor landing flows to the spa-like primary retreat with his-n-her vanities and walk-in closets plus whirlpool tub and separate shower - there are two additional bedrooms with large closets and shared bath - the conveniently located laundry room includes sink and plenty of storage - the third floor boasts a rec room (or BR #5) with a wall of windows and a full bath with oversized cedar closet - the expansive, unfinished basement (48' x 39') includes a two-car garage (with room for additional vehicles), a workshop area, and abundant storage - the oversized, wrap-around deck with cable railing spans the rear with steps to the parking pad below - the front walk intersects the brick retaining wall that lines the winding concrete driveway with ample parking - well-maintained home with many recent updates - excellent schools - magnificent property!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete,Block,Brick/Mortar,Permanent,Raised,Slab
- Roof: Shake
- Construction materials: Block,Brick,Concrete
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Down Draft,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Oven
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Sink,Upper Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block, Concrete, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Bookcases,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Dual Closets,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Second Primary Bedroom,Storage,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Shower,Whirlpool Tub
- Door features: French Doors
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas Log,Masonry,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 4,617
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Fireplace(s),Forced Air,Natural Gas,Zoned
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Multi Units,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,617
- Total interior livable area: 4,617 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift
Details
- Parcel number: 170509260564
- Zoning: R-4
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Private Yard,Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Waterbody name: Crabtree Creek
Lot
- Lot size: 1.32 Acres
- Features: Hardwood Trees,Irregular Lot,Landscaped,Many Trees
- Lot size dimensions: 257 x x 185 x 79 x 180 x 142 x 81 x 96 (per ta x map)
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking,Attached,Basement,Concrete,Covered,Deck,Driveway,Garage,Parking Pad,Secured,Storage,Workshop in Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Wake County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,582 | $114,984 |
| Home Insurance * | $428 | $5,136 |
| Property Taxes | $1,364 | $16,368 |
| Electricity | $430 | $5,160 |
| Total | $11,804 | $141,648 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-06 | Price change | $1,995,000 |
| 2026-01-13 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000 |
| 2025-11-24 | Listing removed | $2,250,000 |
| 2025-10-06 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000 |
| 1988-08-02 | Sold | $525,000 |
