In-Person: 11/07 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWelcome to 1705 Oakboro Drive, where timeless charm meets beautiful updates in North Raleigh's sought-after Falls River community! Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,509 square feet, this inviting home combines flexible living spaces with a peaceful, garden-inspired setting. The home has been thoughtfully refreshed inside and out, with interior and exterior painting, a beautifully updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and backsplash, refreshed bathrooms, professionally refreshed hardwood floors, new carpeting, and stylish lighting and hardware throughout. Updated kitchen appliances and thoughtful finishing touches add to the home's fresh, inviting feel while preserving its original charm. The versatile floor plan offers a formal living room with gas-log fireplace, dining room, breakfast area, and a sun-filled sunroom overlooking the gardens. A flexible fourth bedroom offers wonderful possibilities for a home office, playroom, or creative retreat. Outside, discover your own little secret garden! Mature landscaping, winding brick pathways, a patio, and charming garden cottage create a delightful setting for relaxing or entertaining. Imagine morning coffee overlooking the gardens, evenings on the welcoming front porch, and weekends enjoying everything Falls River has to offer. Falls River's tree-lined streets, sidewalks, parks, playgrounds, and nearby greenway trails create a welcoming, connected neighborhood. Oakboro Park is less than a block away, with Durant Nature Preserve and Falls Lake nearby. Optional Greenway Club membership offers swimming, tennis, pickleball, and more. Shopping, dining, healthcare, and convenient access to I-540 are just minutes away. Falls River has aged beautifully, with mature trees, established amenities, and a desirable North Raleigh location that give the community enduring appeal. The very qualities that make it a wonderful place to live also make it an attractive long-term investment in lifestyle and location. Beautiful updates, enchanting gardens, and the enduring charm of Falls River. Welcome home!
| MLS # | 10199608 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $34 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1998 |
| Days On Site | 16 |
| Listing Provided By | eXp Realty, LLC - C | Monica Severt |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,509 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | PD |
| Acreage | 0.24 |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-in Closet(s), Separate Shower, Water Closet, Quartz Counters, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Stone Counters |
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| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric |
| Fireplace Features | Gas, Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Fenced Yard |
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| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Hardwood Trees |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Fiber Cement |
| Window Features | Blinds, Skylight(s) |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered, Front Porch |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
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| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 527110 |
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| Tax Legal Description | Lo87 Falls River Sub P1b Sc2 Bm1996-1871 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Map Number | 87 |
| Accessibility Features | No |
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| State | NC |
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| County | Wake |
| City | Raleigh |
| Zip Code | 27614 |
| Area | Wake |
| Community Name | Falls River |
| School District | Wake - Millbrook High |
| Elementary School | Wake - Abbotts Creek Elementary |
| High School | Wake - Millbrook High |
| Listing VS Median (in Falls River) | |
Price: $645,000 low | high Med: $577,450 sqft: 2,509 low | high Med: 2,260 $ / sqft: $257 low | high Med: $255 On site: 16 low | high Med: 102 | |
| Open House |
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| In-Person 11/07 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| State | NC |
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| County | Wake |
| City | Raleigh |
| Zip Code | 27614 |
| Area | Wake |
| Community Name | Falls River |
| School District | Wake - Millbrook High |
| Elementary School | Wake - Abbotts Creek Elementary |
| High School | Wake - Millbrook High |
| Listing VS Median (in Falls River) | |
Price: $645,000 low | high Med: $577,450 sqft: 2,509 low | high Med: 2,260 $ / sqft: $257 low | high Med: $255 On site: 16 low | high Med: 102 | |