This beautifully reimagined Bloomsbury bungalow is more than a house, it's your gateway to a serene, sophisticated way of life. At the moment you step through the door, every detail invites you to slow down, unwind, and enjoy. This ultra charming brick home, accented with stone window pediments, is rock solid and located in the highly sought after and desirable Bloomsbury neighborhood, just steps from the vibrant energy of Raleigh's Hayes Barton & Five Points. Imagine short walks to Mandolin, Hayes Barton Cafe, barre3, NOFO Five Points Wine, Crafty & more. A slew of upgrades: new roof in 2022, HVAC 2022, new Rinnai tankless water heater in 2024 and the windows have been replaced throughout. The primary suite features a completely renovated bath with the warmth of heated floors and a sleek, walk-in shower with a frameless glass enclosure, setting the stage for a serene morning routine. The updated kitchen with a Wolf range & SS hood vent, quartz counters and new wine fridge is designed for gathering and features an open breakfast bar & custom seagrass blinds that are delightful. Swank Nina Campbell designer wall paper in the dining room, guest bedroom by Anna Weatherly and the primary is Scalamandre. New gas logs in the bespoke fireplace highlights the comfortable living room & plantation shutters added throughout. Thoughtful updates continue, outside, a private driveway leads to a detached garage and a fenced yard. The partially finished basement offers the extra space everyone needs. A neighborhood path connects you directly to the best coffee shops, dining, and local charm of Five Points, making it easy to live local and love every minute. This home isn't just a place to live, it's a lifestyle that blends character, comfort, and convenience in one of Raleigh's most beloved neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
6,970 sq ftLot Size
$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marshall Rich• Rich Realty Group
Bought with Graham Young• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Charming Bloomsbury bungalow with private walking path to Five Points is waiting for a new owner! Extensive renovations include striking master bath w/ walk in shower w/ frameless glass surround & heated floors mud room and laundry room, kitchen renovation with breakfast bar, stainless appliances, granite counter tops, stylish yet period perfect renovation to hall bath, new windows, tankless water heater, fully waterproofed basement by Shamrock waterproofing. Private driveway with 1 car detached garage!
Public Records
Jun 19, 2017
Sold
$530,000
$272/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2011
Sold
$385,000
$198/sq ft
TMLS #1704082
Aug 13, 2010
Sold
$157,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 14, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jan 19, 2010
Listed
$369,900
$190/sq ft
This home will be going to AUCTION on July 12th at 12 noon. The price shown is for MLS purposes only and will be sold subject to court approval. Call agent for more details on this auction.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,478 (+0.4%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2024
$7,447 (+25.8%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2023
$5,919 (+7.6%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2022
$5,500 (+4.0%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2021
$5,286 (+1.9%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2020
$5,189 (+6.7%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2019
$4,862 (+6.0%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2018
$4,585 (+5.0%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2017
$4,367 (+3.6%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2016
$4,216 (+13.9%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2015
$3,700 (+5.4%)
$200,000 + $211,864
$411,864
2014
$3,509 (+7.0%)
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2013
$3,278
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2012
$3,278 (+1.0%)
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2011
$3,246
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
Tax history for 2219 Creston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,478 (+0.4%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2024
$7,447 (+25.8%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2023
$5,919 (+7.6%)
$550,000 + $305,139
$855,139
2022
$5,500 (+4.0%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2021
$5,286 (+1.9%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2020
$5,189 (+6.7%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2019
$4,862 (+6.0%)
$365,000 + $176,189
$541,189
2018
$4,585 (+5.0%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2017
$4,367 (+3.6%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2016
$4,216 (+13.9%)
$200,000 + $217,822
$417,822
2015
$3,700 (+5.4%)
$200,000 + $211,864
$411,864
2014
$3,509 (+7.0%)
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2013
$3,278
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2012
$3,278 (+1.0%)
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
2011
$3,246
$191,250 + $164,217
$355,467
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,622
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1704.06 39 8029 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-6
Residential-6 District
R-6 allows single-unit living in a detached house, or tiny house and two-unit living in an attached house or townhouse or tiny house with a minimum lot size of 6,000 sq ft. Multi-unit living is also allowed in a townhouse.; Smaller minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Additional building types, and smaller lot sizes as part of a conservation development or cottage court are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space.; Dimensional standards, maximum density, allowed building types, and allowed uses may be modified for the R-6 district within the TOD overlay or Frequent Transit Areas identified in the City’s Comprehensive Plan to enable transit oriented development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Dec 5, 2025 • Final
Residential electrical new service/install
Install electrical conduit, wiring, and a circuit breaker for a residential electric vehicle charger. All work will be performed in accordance with electrical codes and local regulations.
Electrical
Ev charger
Sep 28, 2021 • Final
Residential change out hvac
Replace the air conditioning unit, coil, and natural gas furnace in the attic that serves the first and second floors of a residential building.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Disposal, Gas Range, Range Hood