Custom-designed by Carter Skinner and built by John C. Sanders, this timeless estate is ideally positioned in Drewry Hills, backing to the Crabtree Creek Greenway and offering rare privacy just minutes from North Hills. This exceptional home blends timeless architecture with refined, livable elegance on one of Raleigh's most coveted streets. A gracious curved staircase sets the tone upon entry, complemented by exquisite moldings, custom millwork, and thoughtfully designed living spaces throughout. Elegant formal spaces include a dining room with Parisian-inspired ceiling detail and a richly appointed study with mahogany paneling, coffered ceiling, and built-in bookcases. The chef's kitchen is beautifully equipped with Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, center island, double ovens, high end energy efficient induction cooktop (also plumbed for gas stove option), large walk-in pantry, and butler's pantry with beverage fridge. A light-filled breakfast room flows seamlessly into the sunroom, creating inviting everyday living spaces. The family room, anchored by built-ins and a gas fireplace, opens, as does the sunroom, to a covered bluestone terrace with wood-burning fireplace--ideal for year-round entertaining. Steps lead to an expansive bluestone patio with built-in grill, generous private yard with room for a pool or spa, all overlooking the peaceful wooded backdrop of Crabtree Creek Greenway. The main-level primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a gas log fireplace with sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa-like bath. Upstairs, three spacious en-suite bedrooms, a second laundry room, and walk-up access to a two-story attic provide exceptional functionality and storage. The architect designed this space with the option for an additional bedroom if needed. The walk-out lower level is designed for both entertaining and everyday living, featuring a billiards room with a wet bar, beverage fridge, dishwasher, and microwave. There is also a sitting room with gas fireplace and built-ins, a fitness room, and eight seat theater with 9' Diagonal Screen, Overhead Projector, and a 9.2 Channel Surround Sound System. In addition to a three-car garage prewired for 220V EV charging, the home has also been pre-wired for a main floor generator. The custom home was thoughtfully designed with numerous energy saving features, including 2x6 construction with increased insulation, a geothermal HVAC system (up to 60% savings vs. conventional HVAC), 15 Solar Panels, blown in polystyrene attic insulation, and an induction cooktop (3x more efficient than gas stove, improved air quality). An elevator provides seamless access to all three finished levels, complemented by thoughtful accessibility features throughout--making this a home that lives beautifully today and for years to come. A rare combination of craftsmanship, setting, and enduring design.
Pending
$5,500,000
440 Drummond Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
4beds
8,122sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
0.7 Acres Lot
$5,027,700 Zestimate®
$677/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thoughtful accessibility features throughoutFitness roomCustom millworkExquisite moldingsLuxurious spa-like bathCenter islandDouble ovens
- 177 days
- 400
- 8
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph L Hodge 919-818-2071,
Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10154803
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 219.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.7 x 10.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 244.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 15.3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 243.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 15.2
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 205.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 14.0
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 475 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.0 x 19.0
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 303.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 15.8
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 439.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28.0 x 15.7
Exercise room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 12.3
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.0 x 22.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 276.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 16.0
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 58.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.7
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 69.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 7.7
Media room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 17.0
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 238.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 15.2
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 226.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 14.0
Other
- Description: Heated/Cooled Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 307.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.6 x 13.6
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 308.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.7 x 14.2
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 235.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 15.0
Utility room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 226.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 14.7
Heating
- Geothermal, Zoned
Cooling
- Geothermal, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink, Upper Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound, Butler's Pantry, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Double Pane Windows, Shutters, Window Treatments
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access,Heated,Workshop
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Great Room, Gas Starter, Masonry, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,122
- Total interior livable area: 8,122 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,057
- Finished area below ground: 2,065
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Basement, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Lighted, Off Street, Paved, Side By Side, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Closets, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Kitchen Appliances, Customized Wheelchair Accessible, Level Flooring
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 170511552385000 0043023
- Zoning: R-4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Spray Foam Insulation, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Suburban, Street Lights
- Security: Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Drewry Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $677/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,876,525
- Annual tax amount: $25,106
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$5,027,700
$4.78M - $5.28M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Pending sale | $5,500,000$677/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10154803 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Price change | $5,500,000-8.3%$677/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10154803 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,000,000+860%$739/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10154803 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2011 | Sold | $625,000$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,106 +0.4% | $2,876,525 |
| 2024 | $25,003 +12.1% | $2,876,525 +40.7% |
| 2023 | $22,303 +7.6% | $2,044,352 |
| 2022 | $20,719 +4.1% | $2,044,352 |
| 2021 | $19,912 | $2,044,352 |
| 2020 | -- | $2,044,352 -3.9% |
| 2019 | -- | $2,126,997 |
| 2018 | -- | $2,126,997 |
| 2017 | -- | $2,126,997 |
| 2016 | -- | $2,126,997 +0.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $2,118,917 |
| 2014 | -- | $2,118,917 +141.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $878,125 |
| 2012 | -- | $878,125 |
| 2011 | -- | $878,125 |
| 2010 | -- | $878,125 |
| 2009 | -- | $878,125 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Six Forks
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Root Elementary
- Middle: Wake - Oberlin Middle
- High: Wake - Needham Broughton 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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