Property Attributes
- ID#10191485
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWake
- CityRaleigh
- NeighborhoodLakeview
- Zip27608
- StyleCottage, Traditional
- Year Built1945
- Price$ 825,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2019
- Lot Size0.31 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
Tucked beneath a canopy of mature trees in one of Raleigh's most convenient locations, 2617 London Drive in sought after Budleigh feels like a hidden retreat while still being moments from downtown Raleigh, Five Points, The Village District, North Hills and NCSU. This one-level cottage style home offers a cozy great room with a striking stone wood burning fireplace, beadboard ceilings and heart pine floors. The adjacent galley kitchen features a breakfast bar, white cabinetry with granite countertops, a dual-fuel range and pantry storage. The sunlight- filled living areas open through French doors to the private patio, creating an inviting space for entertaining or enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature. The original living room with a gas fireplace creates a welcoming place to gather. The private office features a continuous wall of windows above the built-in desk, filling the space with natural light and creating an inviting workspace. Down the hallway are three bedrooms and two updated bathrooms. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet with easy access to the laundry room. This property has the rare combination of privacy, convenience, and classic charm and offers a tremendous opportunity in one of Raleigh's most desirable and convenient locations.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Wake - Lacy Elementary Elementary School | Wake - Oberlin Middle Middle School | Wake - Needham Broughton High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed $825,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Fireplace(s),Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Free-Standing Gas Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer |
| Zoning | R-4 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Front Porch,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Cottage,Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Cedar,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1945 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Wake |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Lakeview |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Canterbury Road to London Drive |
| High School | Wake - Needham Broughton High |
| City | Raleigh |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Open Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 13504 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Wake - Lacy Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6155.73 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Wake - Oberlin Middle |
| Structure Type | House,Site Built |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Pantry,Separate Shower,Smooth Ceilings,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower,Other |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas,Great Room,Living Room,Masonry,Wood Burning |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Insulated Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2019 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room,Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Private Yard,Storage |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Privacy,Wood |
| Parking Features | Circular Driveway,Drive Through,Gravel |
| Lot Features | Level,Many Trees,Private,Wooded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.31 |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 2019 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.31 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Door Features | French Doors,Sliding Doors |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Horse Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 27608
In The Neighborhood
Linwood
$ 150,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 528 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Keller Williams Realty Elite 336-283-8691
Jonesville
$ 624,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 3,173 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
NorthGroup Real Estate 704-412-2804
Thomasville
$ 141,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 787 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Mark Spain Real Estate 855-299-7653
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