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$1,185,000
● House - Off Market

2145 Wake Drive

Raleigh, NC 27608
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,274 Ft²
$6,736
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Your sunroom is calling! There are homes you walk into, and then there are homes that immediately tell you a story. This 1929 Raleigh home does the latter from the moment you step into its extraordinary sunroom. Stretching across the entire width of the house, the sunroom is one of its defining architectural features. Filled with windows and generous in proportion, the space creates a light-filled introduction that feels both grand and welcoming-the kind of room made for morning coffee, afternoon reading or evening drinks with friends. Just beyond, two wide, french door openings reveal the original heart of the home: a large living room and formal dining room that connect to create an especially gracious flow. The original staircase rises at the rear of the living room, an unmistakable reminder that this is a genuine 1920s Raleigh house, not a newer home designed to imitate one. What makes the property particularly captivating is how thoughtfully the owners have brought modern functionality to that historic character. Much of the rear portion of the house was gutted and rebuilt, creating spaces designed around contemporary living. A new mudroom, laundry and drop zone at the side entry lead into a new wet bar and cozy rear sitting room. Above this newly reimagined portion is an entirely new primary suite, thoughtfully positioned at the back of the home for added separation from Glenwood Avenue. Its spa-like primary bath provides a serene, contemporary retreat while remaining part of the home's larger architectural story. The result is a renovation that complements rather than competes with the original house. The gracious front rooms, hardwood floors, grand staircase and remarkable sunroom retain their 1920s personality, while the rebuilt rear provides the comfort, functionality and privacy expected of a home today. The current owners invested more than $250,000 in renovations, repairs and improvements throughout the home and property, with the goal of enhancing the house without sacrificing what makes it special. There are four bedrooms upstairs, including the new primary suite and the home's original primary bedroom with its own en suite bath. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath, while a third-floor bonus room offers flexible space for an office, playroom or media room. Outside, the front yard was extensively reimagined with a new retaining wall, lawn and landscaping, privacy trees, fencing and an automatic gate. Drainage was redesigned to direct water toward the street, and gutter guards were added. The exterior was repainted in 2025, two of the home's three HVAC systems were replaced in 2024, and a detached two-car garage provides additional parking and storage. Set among the tree-lined streets of one of Raleigh's most established Inside-the-Beltline neighborhoods, the home is close to neighborhood favorites including the Rialto, NOFO and Idle Hour Coffee. The Village District, North Hills, Lenovo Center and NC Museum of Art are all just a short drive away. Ultimately, this is a home where old Raleigh charm and modern living meet naturally.
Unit Size
3,274 Ft²
Days on Market
34 days
Land Size
0.22 acres
Price per sqft
$371
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$772
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1929

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Last updated: 16 days ago (TMLS #10191234)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 13, 2026 Sold
Sold
Sep 17, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 8, 2026 Listed by Compass -- Raleigh $1,214,500
Listed by Compass -- Raleigh
Jan 16, 2020 Sold
Sold
Mar 14, 2019 Listed by Compass -- Raleigh $650,000
Listed by Compass -- Raleigh
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1929
  • Effective Year Built: 2020
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 6
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Garage Square Area: 400
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9,583
  • Total Building Area: 3,220
  • Building Area: 3,220
  • Building Area Measurement: E

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,220
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 5
  • Water Service: 6

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: THOMAS W RUFFIN
  • Land Acres: 0000000220
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 01
  • Legal Description 1: LO4 PROP THOMAS W RUFFIN

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Wake County Schools
  • Census Tract: 051600

Zoning

  • Zoning: R-6

Geography

  • Account Number: 0010313
  • District: 01
  • Parcel: 1705.18-30-5401 0010313
  • Lot: 4
  • Municipality: RALEIGH
  • Latitude: 35.8114
  • Longitude: -78.6509

    Address

  • Full Address: 2145 Wake Dr
  • Address - House Number: 2145
  • Address - Street Name: Wake
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: NC
  • City Name: Raleigh
  • Carrier Code: C013
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1313
  • Zip Code: 27608

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $869,805

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1237
  • Valuation Date: Aug 31, 2022
  • Confidence Score: 86
  • Final Value: 1,281,451
  • High Value: 1,440,069
  • Low Value: 1,122,833

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $857,092
  • Market Land Value: $372,000
  • Market Improvement Value: $485,092

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $857,092
  • Assessed Land Value: $372,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $485,092

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jan 14, 2020
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 16, 2020
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: May 21, 2014
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 21, 2014
  • Previous Sale Amount: $620,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 2145 Wake Drive built and last sold?
The property at 2145 Wake Drive was built in 1929 and last sold on Jan 14, 2020 for $612,500.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 2145 Wake Drive is $1,191,396.
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