Every so often we get to witness a miracle of sorts. Such is the case with a prominent Second Empire style frame home that has sat empty and mostly neglected for decades in the heart of Raleigh. Known, but only by few, as the Heck-Andrews House, this gorgeous architectural masterpiece with the concave mansard roof is currently under renovation. Keep reading to learn when this unique house in North Carolina is expected to open for tours.

Folks already in the know are already driving by in eager anticipation of when the day comes for the doors to finally open.
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It was purchased five years ago by the North Carolina Association of Realtors who've been working diligently to restore it to its original glory.
And what a transformation!
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Prior to the sale in 2016, the home was owned by the state of North Carolina, which basically only painted and restored the exterior of the home.
The result is a fine example of how the Heck-Andrews House looked in its heyday.
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But the inside of the home turned out to be too much for the state to take on. Luckily, the North Carolina Association of Realtors stepped in to completely restore the old home.

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After years of work, the Association has partially moved in to their newest office, located within the old home.
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And will soon be ready to show off the craftsmanship of the crews and crews of artisans it took to restore works of art like the intricate plaster molds that had cracked on the large columns that adorn the first floor and the workwork along the stairwell railings and columns.
The Heck-Andrews House was completed in 1870 as one of the first grand houses to be built in Raleigh following the end of the Civil War.
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The Heck family owned the home until 1916, when it was sold to the Andrews family. An Andrews' heir sold the home in 1948.
Have you ever driven by the Heck-Andrews House in downtown Raleigh and wondered what was up with this historically significant home in the capital city?
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Be sure to follow progress on the Heck-Andrews House here, so you don’t miss the announcement of the grand reveal by the North Carolina Association of Realtors. What a joy to know this association stepped in to save this grand part of North Carolina history.

Have you ever spotted this unique house in North Carolina on a visit into downtown Raleigh? Will you be seeking it out once it opens for tours? Fire up some feedback and let us know!

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Heck-Andrews House, 309 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA