$2,295,000
About this home
An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Raleigh's architectural treasures. Designed in 1956 by celebrated architect Arthur McKimmon as his personal residence, 2751 Toxey Drive is a rare mid-century modern estate that seamlessly blends timeless design with modern livability. Privately sited on .69 acres along one of Raleigh's most coveted streets inside the beltline, this architecturally significant home offers nearly 4,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated living space with an effortless connection to the outdoors. Expansive entertaining areas open to beautiful gardens and a gracious covered porch anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, creating a private retreat for quiet evenings and memorable gatherings alike. Rich in provenance and carefully enhanced over time, the home honors its modernist roots while offering the comfort and functionality today's discerning buyer expects. Minutes from North Hills' premier shopping and dining, with convenient access to downtown Raleigh, and located in the Root Elementary School district, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle as remarkable as its history. A landmark residence. A private sanctuary. A rare opportunity to own a meaningful piece of Raleigh's architectural legacy. Previous inspection reports are available if considering an offer.
Property details
- MLS #
- 10173143
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Not in a Subdivision
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 120
- On market date
- June 11, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.69 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.7:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,202
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.2:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 2,098
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.1:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Raleigh's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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Data source: Listing information provided by Doorify MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 24, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.