In the heart of Raleigh's Windsor Park neighborhood, this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage awaits. Timeless features seamlessly integrate with contemporary upgrades, such as a renovated kitchen boasting quartz countertops, new appliances, and a stylish subway tile backsplash. The inclusion of essential appliances like a refrigerator, washer, and dryer simplifies your move-in process. The luxury vinyl plank flooring complements the original hardwoods, enhancing the home's character. Enjoy peace of mind with a recently installed HVAC system (2024) ensuring year-round comfort. Step outside and discover the huge fenced yard, a true rarity for a property this close to downtown Raleigh. Additional perks include private, off-street parking and proximity to downtown amenities. This adorable cottage offers not just comfort and functionality, but also an unbeatable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$453Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Autumn DuBois• DuBois Property Group
Bought with Mary Courtne Southwick• Lovette Properties LLC
Absolutely adorable single story home with a huge fenced yard, remodeled kitchen that features quartz counters, new appliances and subway backsplash! New Luxury vinyl flooring with original hardwoods still intact. This home is located very close to downtown.
Public Records
Jan 25, 2007
Sold
$67,000
$90/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 2006
Sold
$67,000
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,596 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2024
$2,586 (+38.7%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2023
$1,864 (+7.6%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2022
$1,733 (+4.0%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2021
$1,666 (+1.8%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2020
$1,636 (+55.0%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2019
$1,055 (+5.9%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2018
$996 (+4.9%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2017
$949 (+2.2%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2016
$929 (+18.5%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2015
$784 (+5.4%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2014
$744 (+6.8%)
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2013
$697
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2012
$697 (+1.0%)
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2011
$690
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
Tax history for 608 Brighton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,596 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2024
$2,586 (+38.7%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2023
$1,864 (+7.6%)
$200,000 + $95,423
$295,423
2022
$1,733 (+4.0%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2021
$1,666 (+1.8%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2020
$1,636 (+55.0%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2019
$1,055 (+5.9%)
$115,000 + $54,167
$169,167
2018
$996 (+4.9%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2017
$949 (+2.2%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2016
$929 (+18.5%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2015
$784 (+5.4%)
$48,000 + $41,319
$89,319
2014
$744 (+6.8%)
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2013
$697
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2012
$697 (+1.0%)
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
2011
$690
$28,000 + $45,842
$73,842
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
724
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1714.19 52 1383 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
Jan 23, 2024 • Final
Residential change out hvac
Replace the gas package unit located beside the 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
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, On Street
Parking Total: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Fiber Cement
Building Area Total: 746.0
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Awning(s), Front Porch, Rear Porch
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
Fencing: Back Yard, Full, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Spa Features: None
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 746.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: See Remarks
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels: One
Other Structures: None
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Land Information
Horse Amenities: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Lot Size Area: 0.21
Lot Size Square Feet: 9147.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1863.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Amenities: None
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Underwood
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Martin
High School: Wake - Enloe
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From I-440: Take the Capital Blvd Exit, US-401 S/Capital Blvd. Turn left onto Crabtree Blvd. Turn right onto N Raleigh Blvd. Turn left onto Milburnie Rd. Turn left onto Colleton Rd. Turn right onto Brighton Rd. Destination will be on your right.
Latitude: 35.789047
Longitude: -78.611602
Postal Code: 27610
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 724
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Wake County
APN: 1714.19 52 1383 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Main Level, Outside
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2024-06-18
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-05-18T13:04:58Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2024-05-16T23:41:43Z
Around this home
Schools
Underwood Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Martin Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
7/10
William G Enloe High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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 106° 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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Raleigh, NC • 27610
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$322,000 – $389,000
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