117 Hillcrest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605
- $2,890,000
- 5
- BD
- 6
- BA
- 6,255
- SqFt
Seller Representative Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
- List Price
- $2,890,000
- Price Change
- ▼ $55,000 1780349200
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- 10154452
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Full-baths
- 4
- Half-baths
- 2
- Living Area
- 6,255
- Lot Size
- 11,326
- Subdivision
- Forest Park
- Year Built
- 1916
- Acres
- 0.26
Property Description
Located in Forest Park, one of Raleigh's most sought-after inside-the-beltline neighborhoods, 117 Hillcrest Road offers a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home blending historic Georgian Revival design with modern luxury living. Originally built over 110 years ago, the home was once owned by Dr. John Reuer of NC State's College of Design. The current owners partnered with Katherine Hogan Architects to complete a full renovation, including a striking two-story modern addition. The project received a 2018 North Carolina American Institute of Architects award for its integration of historic and contemporary design. The historic portion features light-filled formal rooms, 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, detailed millwork, and a grand entry foyer with an elegant staircase. The modern addition offers open-concept living with floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking a private landscaped bamboo garden. A two-story circulation hall connects the historic and modern sections. The home spans three levels and includes a library with built-ins, formal and informal dining areas, and a chef's kitchen with scullery, Thermador appliances, professional gas range, three ovens, two refrigerators, two freezers, three dishwashers, and an ice maker. The lower level includes a media room, wine cellar, guest bedroom, and wellness space with gym, steam shower, and sauna. Upstairs features multiple bedrooms and two primary suites. The upper level of the modern wing serves as a private owner's retreat with dressing room and spa-style bath. Additional features include smart home technology, integrated security system, solar panels, recessed lighting, and a Tesla charging station. Exterior features include a gated driveway with stacked parking, dual entrances, and mature landscaping providing privacy. Conveniently located minutes from Downtown Raleigh, the Village District, parks, the YMCA, and major commuter routes.
Additional Information
- Style
- Georgian, Modernist, Historic Antique
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Dual Primary Closets, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sauna/Steam Room, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Speakers, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Data, Wired Audio, Dining Combo, Dining Combo, Second Primary Bedroom, Dressing Area, Central Vacuum, Dining Room, Butler Pantry, Shower Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Water Closets
- Exterior Features
- Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Fenced Yard
- Elementary School
- Wake - Wiley Elementary
- Middle School
- Wake - Oberlin Middle
- High School
- Wake - Needham Broughton High
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Basement
- Crawl Space, Daylight, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Heated
- Flooring
- Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
- Roof
- Membrane, Slate
- Heating
- Solar, Central, Electric, Fireplace, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned, Natural Gas
Mortgage Calculator
Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .