Oakwood Real Estate

Oakwood Real Estate

Welcome to Oakwood, a charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. Known for its rich history and vibrant community, Oakwood offers a unique blend of classic Southern charm and modern conveniences, making it a sought-after destination for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Oakwood is renowned for its picturesque tree-lined streets and beautifully restored historic homes, many of which date back to the late 19th century. This neighborhood is a delightful walk through time, showcasing stunning architecture that tells the story of Raleigh’s past. Residents take pride in their homes and gardens, contributing to the area’s overall appeal and sense of community.

One of Oakwood’s standout features is its proximity to downtown Raleigh, where you’ll find a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. The vibrant arts scene, highlighted by galleries, theaters, and music venues, ensures that there’s always something to do. Additionally, Oakwood is conveniently located near several parks, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities, picnics, and leisurely strolls.

Families will appreciate the excellent schools in the Wake County Public School System, which is consistently recognized for its quality education. The community also hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where neighbors become friends.

Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, downsize, or invest in a property with character, Oakwood is a neighborhood that promises a high quality of life and a welcoming environment. Come and discover the charm of Oakwood—where history meets community in the heart of Raleigh!

Newest Listings in Oakwood

$450,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10191354 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to a home filled with the kind of character, charm, and personality that simply can't be replicated in today's modern construction. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this spacious home offers a versatile floor plan designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles, including the opportunity for multi-generational living, extended family, guests, or flexible work-from-home space. Rich with the character of an established home, in an established neighborhood, this property is ready for its next owner to bring their own unique design and vision, blending its timeless charm with today's style and conveniences. Whether preserving the details that make the home special or introducing fresh, modern updates, there is an exciting opportunity to create a space that feels distinctly your own. The flexible layout provides room to gather as well as spaces that offer privacy and separation when needed and an especially appealing feature for multi-generational households. Outside, the large backyard offers even more possibilities. Imagine creating an outdoor entertaining area, adding gardens or play space, gathering around a firepit, or designing your own backyard retreat. There's plenty of room for the outdoor space to evolve along with the home. The location adds even more to love! Just minutes from Historic Downtown Wake Forest, you'll enjoy easy access to locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, boutiques, community events, and all the charm that makes downtown Wake Forest such a special destination. If you've been searching for a home with space, flexibility, an established setting, and a story still waiting to be written, this is an opportunity to take the character of yesterday and thoughtfully bring it into the modern day.

101 Oakwood Dr, Wake Forest

$500,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 10189332 MLS ACTIVE Status
A rare opportunity in the established Oakwood Estates neighborhood of Wake Forest. This spacious four-bedroom + bonus room home offers classic Southern Colonial appeal, generous living spaces, and a wooded backdrop providing a peaceful, private setting. An expansive two-story rear deck, added in 2024, overlooks the woodland buffer and gives a wonderful setting for quiet mornings or evening entertaining. All this, just minutes from Downtown Wake Forest and more. From the street, the home's grand architectural character and welcoming front entry complement the established surroundings and the charm of historic Wake Forest. Inside, the generous floor plan offers plenty of room to spread out. Buyers will find an office, dining room, large family room, and multiple additional living and flex spaces. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a double oven range, dishwasher, refrigerator, large pantry, and an eat-in area. The kitchen opens directly to the family room, making the space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The home provides four generously sized bedrooms, many with double closets. Additionally, there is a versatile third-floor flex room with a full bath that could be used as a guest suite, second home office, or additional living area. A finished portion of the basement includes even more living space with a second living room w/ wood-burning fireplace. This could easily double as a media room or other recreational space. The basement also contains a one-car garage and separate storage/ workshop space. With its substantial square footage, flexible floor plan, wooded setting and 2024 rear deck, this home provides an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking to bring their vision to a well-established Wake Forest property. The home retains much of its original character and is ready for its next chapter. Close to Downtown Wake Forest, shopping, dining, parks, and more. Note: Seller does not have a survey. The previous owner believed that the fence on the backline may cross into neighboring wooded property. To our knowledge, there are no documents to state this.

134 Dogwood Ln, Wake Forest

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