1. North Carolina
2. Raleigh
3. 712 Van Buren Road

712 Van Buren Road, Raleigh, NC 27604

• 6 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 3,606 sqft

Property Description

Life at 712 Van Buren is more than just a home--it's the ultimate James Beard Life. Imagine walking back from dinner at James Beard nominated Chef Cheetie Kumar's newest venture only two blocks away or Chef Scott Crawford's Jolie, stepping past Raleigh's oak-lined sidewalks and historic Oakwood homes, and arriving at your own front door. Inside, the evening continues around a table in your dedicated formal dining room, with a bottle from the wine fridge, or perhaps bourbon from the hidden pantry, and finishing touches set in motion from your phone with the Cafe smart appliance package.This home was designed for those who love the James Beard life--a kitchen worthy of Raleigh's celebrated culinary scene. A large quartz island anchors the space, framed by custom cabinetry with glass uppers, butler's pantry, wine fridge, and professional-grade Cafe appliances including a 6-burner gas range. Hosting becomes effortless, whether it's Sunday brunch, a weeknight dinner party, or a multi-course tasting menu fit for a Garden & Gun article. The open plan flows to a gracious covered porch blending indoors with a private backyard. Upstairs, the nearly 1,000 SF primary suite offers trey ceilings, dual walk-in closets, spa-level bath with soaking tub and oversized shower, plus a covered balcony perfect for morning coffee and the famous cinnamon bun from Yellow Dog Bread Company.Flexibility is built in: main-level guest suite/office with full bath, two upstairs flex rooms, and a floored 700 SF third floor perfect for a media room, gym, or theater. Hardwood floors throughout, a custom mudroom, bench, ample storage, dedicated laundry room, designer lighting, add everyday luxury. Step outside and Raleigh's food scene is at your feet: Optimist Coffee, Standard Beer + Food, Oakwood Pizza Box, Person Street favorites, and some of the nation's most acclaimed restaurants--Ajja, Crawford & Son, Jolie, Poole's Diner, Death & Taxes, Cortez, Stanbury, and more.At 712 Van Buren, dinner is never just dinner. It's The James Beard Life--a lifestyle woven into the very fabric of downtown Raleigh.

Listing Status:

Active

Listing Office:

Monarch Realty Co. : 919-606-2905

Listing Agent:

Jason Queen : 919-606-2905

MLS ID:

10117764

Interior

• General: AtticWet BarBuilt-in FeaturesBedroom on Main LevelTray Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Dual ClosetsDouble VanityEntrance FoyerEat-in KitchenKitchen IslandOpen FloorplanPantryQuartz CountersRecessed LightingStorageSoaking TubSeparate ShowerBarWalk-In Closet(s)Walk-In Shower
• Appliances: DishwasherENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesENERGY STAR Qualified DishwasherENERGY STAR Qualified FreezerENERGY STAR Qualified RefrigeratorExhaust FanFree-Standing Gas OvenFree-Standing Gas RangeFree-Standing RefrigeratorFreezerDisposalGas OvenGas RangeGas Water HeaterIce MakerMicrowaveRefrigeratorRange HoodSmart Appliance(s)Self Cleaning OvenStainless Steel Appliance(s)
• Laundry: Laundry RoomUpper Level
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Flooring: HardwoodTile
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Zoned
• Heating: Fireplace(s)GasHeat PumpZoned
• Fireplace: DenElectricLiving RoomOutsideInsertFireplace
• Eco/Green Feature: Appliances

Exterior

• General: BalconyFenceLightingPrivate EntrancePrivate Yard
• Style: ContemporaryTraditional
• Pool: None
• Parking: Additional ParkingAttachedConcreteGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces SideOn StreetSide By SideParking spaces: 4

Construction

• Roofing: ArchitecturalShingle
• Windows: Double Pane WindowsScreens
• General: Batts InsulationBrickFiber CementLap Siding3Brick/MortarCrawlspacePermanent

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• HOA Amenities: None
• Originating MLS: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE
• County: Wake

Lot

• Zoning: Lo114 Capitol Heights Bm1945-1131714221281
• Fencing: Back YardChain LinkPerimeterPartialPrivacyWood

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedUnderground UtilitiesWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: AMLSNC_TRIANGLE

This listing courtesy of Jason Queen, Monarch Realty Co.