A Secluded 0.9-Acre Sanctuary in the Heart of Southwest Raleigh The rarest luxury in Raleigh today isn't square footage--it's space, privacy, and time. Tucked away on a spectacular, park-like 0.9-acre lot, 3726 Swift Drive offers a secluded sanctuary that is almost impossible to find this close to the city core. This is your chance to own an estate-sized slice of Southwest Raleigh, enveloped by a mature tree canopy, with the ultimate freedom of an established neighborhood and no HOA restrictions. Across nearly 2,700 square feet, this classic all-brick home delivers an intentional, versatile layout designed to adapt to a modern lifestyle. The main level balances formal and informal spaces, highlighted by large windows that bring the serene outdoor greenery inside. Upstairs, four bright and spacious bedrooms offer a quiet retreat from the day. The lower level is a true differentiator: a massive, light-filled 550+-square-foot garden-level recreation room. With its own distinct energy, this space is the ultimate canvas for an elite work-from-home suite, a home gym, or a media lounge that opens toward your private backyard forest. For those who need specialized storage or room for creative pursuits, an additional 450+ square feet of unfinished daylight basement stands ready for your workshop or future customization. Outside, the sheer scale of the property unfolds. Whether you dream of a luxury pool oasis, expansive organic gardens, or simply a sprawling, private playground for pets and family, this land can accommodate it all. Positioned just minutes from the scenic trails of Lake Johnson, the expansive green spaces of Dorothea Dix Park, NC State's Centennial Campus, and effortless downtown access via I-40/I-440, this home offers an unmatched lifestyle blend. High-performing local school assignments, including the highly coveted A.B. Combs Magnet Elementary, complete this incredible package. Don't just buy a home--acquire an irreplaceable piece of Raleigh land.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (5/9)
$744,900
3726 Swift Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
4beds
2,697sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
0.9 Acres Lot
$728,500 Zestimate®
$276/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic all-brick homeExpansive organic gardensPrivate backyard forestIntentional versatile layout
- 112 days |
- 561 |
- 14 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dale Moody 919-607-4606,
Cornerstone Properties,
Donald Moody 919-341-9594,
Cornerstone Properties
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10149109
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Daylight
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,697
- Total interior livable area: 2,697 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,136
- Finished area below ground: 561
Property
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 078311751782000 0041720
- Zoning: R-4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $276/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $543,729
- Annual tax amount: $4,761
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
Estimated market value
$728,500
$692,000 - $765,000
$2,830/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Price change | $744,900-1.3%$276/sqft |
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| 3/28/2026 | Price change | $754,900-0.7%$280/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $759,900+34.5%$282/sqft |
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| 12/29/2021 | Sold | $565,000+6.6%$209/sqft |
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| 12/10/2021 | Contingent | $530,000$197/sqft |
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| 12/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $530,000$197/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,762 +0.7% | $543,729 +0.3% |
| 2024 | $4,729 +23% | $542,247 +54.5% |
| 2023 | $3,845 +7.6% | $350,927 |
| 2022 | $3,573 +4% | $350,927 |
| 2021 | $3,435 | $350,927 |
| 2020 | -- | $350,927 +36.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $257,852 |
| 2018 | -- | $257,852 |
| 2017 | -- | $257,852 |
| 2016 | -- | $257,852 +1.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2014 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2013 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2012 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2011 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2010 | -- | $254,610 |
| 2009 | -- | $254,610 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West Raleigh
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Combs ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Centennial Campus MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Athens Drive HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 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
- 3726 Swift Dr




