Inspired by the timeless foursquare homes of the early 1900s, 3004 Ruffin Street is a thoughtfully designed new construction home that blends classic charm with modern livability--fitting seamlessly into the established Wilmont neighborhood in University Park. Offering 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, this home features a well-balanced floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Inviting front and rear porches extend the living space outdoors, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee or relaxed evenings at home. Perfectly positioned for a walkable lifestyle, enjoy easy access to the greenway, NC State, nearby coffee shops, and the local elementary school--all set among sidewalk-lined streets shaded by mature trees. Offered as a presale, this is a rare opportunity to personalize finishes and create a home that reflects your style, all within one of Raleigh's most connected and character-rich neighborhoods.
Wilmont, located between Hillsborough Street and Western Boulevard, is a residential and academic-adjacent Raleigh neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and mid-century brick homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Hillsborough Street corridor near the NC State University campus edge, where independent coffee counters, late-night bites, and small storefronts set a steady street rhythm. Cup A Joe anchors the caffeine routine, while the Rialto Theatre and the Crafts Center at NC State add a cultural throughline. Sidewalks and mature canopy trees frame compact lots and tidy porches. Green space and campus paths shape a walkable, bike-friendly cadence. The setting reads calm on side streets, then more kinetic near the main corridors.
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Offer insights
3004 Ruffin St · $1,435,400
$1.44M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.44M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
140 days
The average home goes pending in 33 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
High ceilings
Kitchen island
Open floorplan
Quartz counters
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms total
1 bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas range
Microwave
Range hood
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Front porch
Rear porch
Home design
Site-built property
Two levels
Parking
Parking details not provided
Security
Security details not provided
Construction
Fiber cement exterior
Architectural shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Financial info
Tax information provided but excluded from feature list
Other
Lot approximately 0.16 acres (zoned R-6)
Living area reported as 3,140 (living area figure provided)
Electricity and solar
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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.
Zone overlays
Special Residential Parking Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Sep 12, 2026 • Active
New single family dwelling/duplex/triplex/quadruplex/adu
New construction
Sep 12, 2026 • Active
Residential sub
Construct a single-family home with a sealed crawlspace and a rear covered porch. The residence includes a fireplace in the family room and does not include a garage.
Addition
Grading
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Raleigh, NC • 27607
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3004 Ruffin St
$1,399,359
$36K under list price of $1.44M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.0M to $1.5M.