This is an exceptional 4 bedroom custom-built home in Bryn Mawr with many special features and updates. You enter a gated front courtyard with low maintenance plantings. The huge combination living/dining room has gleaming hardwood floors and access to the attached sunroom greenhouse. Three banana trees and several orchids are among the various plants thriving in this tropical retreat. A balcony on the living room level overlooks this soothing at-home paradise ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks.
The expanded u-shaped kitchen has top quality appliances including an Induction Range with True Convection Oven and Warming Drawer; Energy Star Dishwasher; 2021 Counter Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator; and a Microwave with 2 Stage Cooking. Spacious Wilsonart countertops and many built in conveniences such as the pull-out pantries make at-home meals a delight to prepare.
Bench seating in the family room is perfect for casual dining. The family room has a fantastic wood stove with blower system which pumps out cozy heat for those chilly winter days. Double French doors lead to the three seasons room with screens and easily-lowered window covers. Three bedrooms, with newly-refinished hardwood floors, and two full baths are on this Main living level as well
The basement level has a 24 x 15 recreation room with built-in bookshelves and wet bar. This room also accesses the sunroom/greenhouse. . There is a full bath with walk-in shower and a second primary bedroom on this level as well. This bedroom has a fireplace with gas logs, not currently active.
From this bedroom you can access the private Vacanza series 5 person spa hot tub. This has a convenient custom built cover with lifter. There is a spacious adjacent patio with views of the asparagus garden, the built-up garden areas, the three different blueberry bushes, and much more.
The laundry with Whirlpool Duet Energy-Star washer and dryer are in the unfinished portion of the basement. Efficiency features for the home include solar supplemental energy, vinyl replacement windows, Energy-Star gas pack, family room wood stove,, Energy-Star appliances.
For more details, please see the Features List and Floorplan in Documents
Two lots being combined to total approximately one acre.
Sold for $583,900
$583,900
3603 Octavia St, Raleigh, NC 27606
4beds
2,461sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
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Newly-refinished hardwood floorsWet barLow maintenance plantingsGleaming hardwood floorsSpacious wilsonart countertopsEnergy-star appliancesDouble french doors
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Listed by:
Sandy Ferguson 919-601-3400,
Sandy Ferguson Real Estate
Bought with:
Harrison Tulloss, 183466
Coldwell Banker HPW
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10012986
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 153.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 11.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 134.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 129.71 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 10.9
Bedroom 4
- Description: gas log fireplace
- Level: Basement
- Area: 197.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 13
Family room
- Description: has wood stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 238.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: U-Shaped
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 10.6
Living room
- Description: Living/Dining
- Level: Main
- Area: 369.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.8 x 16.2
Other
- Description: 3-seasons room
- Level: Main
- Area: 345.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.6 x 13.5
Other
- Description: covered front porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 112.84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.7 x 5.2
Recreation room
- Description: access to sunroom/greenhouse
- Level: Basement
- Area: 372 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 15.5
Sunroom
- Description: 2-story sunroom/greenhouse
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.9 x 12.6
Heating
- Active Solar, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s), Solar, Wood Stove, Zoned, Gas Pack
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Multi Units, Whole House Fan, Zoned, Gas Pack
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Range, Bar Fridge, Built-In Electric Oven, Convection Oven, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Freezer, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Warming Drawer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Living/Dining Room Combination, Second Primary Bedroom, Shower Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Basement: Daylight,Finished,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Heated
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Blower Fan, Circulating, Family Room, Glass Doors, Gas Log, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,461
- Total interior livable area: 2,461 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,611
- Finished area below ground: 850
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Parking Pad
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, See Remarks
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Dog Run, Lighting, Misting System, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Fiberglass, Heated, Private, See Remarks
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Interior Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees, Orchard(s), See Remarks, Wooded
- Residential vegetation: Crop(s), Partially Wooded, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Kennel/Dog Run
- Parcel number: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier, Irrigation Equipment, List Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Cedar
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat, Windows, Water Heater
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Lake, Park, Playground, Pool, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Bryn Mawr
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $325,814
- Annual tax amount: $3,571
- Date on market: 2/22/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2024 | Sold | $583,900$237/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10012986 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2024 | Contingent | $583,900$237/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10012986 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $583,900+245.5%$237/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10012986 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2012 | Listing removed | $169,000$69/sqft |
Source: My Castle Realty #79991744 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2011 | Price change | $169,000+9.7%$69/sqft |
Source: My Castle Realty #79991744 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2011 | Listed for sale | $154,000$63/sqft |
Source: My Castle Realty #79991744 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,571 +7.6% | $325,814 |
| 2022 | $3,319 +4% | $325,814 |
| 2021 | $3,190 +1.9% | $325,814 |
| 2020 | $3,132 -1.9% | $325,814 +19% |
| 2019 | $3,193 | $273,794 |
| 2018 | $3,193 +11.3% | $273,794 |
| 2017 | $2,868 | $273,794 |
| 2016 | -- | $273,794 +3.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2014 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2013 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2012 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2011 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2010 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2009 | -- | $265,492 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: West Raleigh
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Combs ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Centennial Campus MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Athens Drive HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Combs Elementary
- Middle: Wake - Centennial Campus Middle
- High: Wake - Athens Drive High
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Wake County
- Raleigh
- 27606
- West Raleigh
- 3603 Octavia St
