Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,888 sqft$180/sqft
1017 Athens Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.3 acresLot Size
1965Year Built
$180/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

REDUCED below comps! Beautifully updated midcentury home minutes from schools, NCSU & downtown Raleigh, Crossroads Shopping, Lake Johnson & all that the metro area of our State's Capital has to offer. Large deck, recently refloored overlooking oversized fenced lot guaranteeing elbow room & privacy, while perfect for entertaining. Site finished hardwood floors, updated tile flooring, NEW carpet & paint. Granite in kitchen, of course. & spectacular bathrooms. Detached workshop is a bonus for creative...REDUCED below comps! Beautifully updated midcentury home minutes from schools, NCSU & downtown Raleigh, Crossroads Shopping, Lake Johnson & all that the metro area of our State's Capital has to offer. Large deck, recently refloored overlooking oversized fenced lot guaranteeing elbow room & privacy, while perfect for entertaining. Site finished hardwood floors, updated tile flooring, NEW carpet & paint. Granite in kitchen, of course. & spectacular bathrooms. Detached workshop is a bonus for creative hands.

Listing Agents

  1. Holly Hendren

    Holly Hendren

    Listing Agent

    Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Cary

    P: (919) 946-2766

  2. Jeanne Hendren

    Jeanne Hendren

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Cary

    P: (919) 274-1167

    M: (919) 274-1167

Listing closed: 02/26/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2355356

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Median sold price

$415,000

Avg days on market

39

Sale-to-list ratio

94.1%

Raleigh, NC

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Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Advantage

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Property Information for 1017 Athens Drive

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,352 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Zoning Description: R-4
  • Subdivision: Cardinal Hills
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Lot Size: 0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-4
  • Directions: From Raleigh take the Jones Franklin Rd. exit, Right on Jones Franklin Rd., Right on Athens Dr., home will be on your Left.
  • Subdivision Name: Cardinal Hills
  • Latitude: 35.774898
  • Longitude: -78.716638
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Unknown
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,352.00
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Lot Number: 41
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: No
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2355356
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Farmington Woods Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Martin Middle
  • High School: Wake - Athens Drive High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1888.0
  • Lot Features: Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: See GIS
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1888.0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.04
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 663.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Brick
Interior Features
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Shower Only, Bathtub Only
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Lower
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
Room 8
  • Type: Utility Room
  • Level: Lower
Room 9
  • Type: Workshop

Property History for 1017 Athens Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 26, 2021

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2355356

$339,000
Feb 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #691556961

$339,000

+5.7% / yr

Jan 22, 2021

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2355356

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/26/2021

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2355356

$339,000
02/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #691556961

$339,000

+5.7% / yr

01/22/2021

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2355356

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1017 Athens Drive

Taxable ValueLand$150,000Additions$203,537Total$353,537
Tax Record2025$3,103 ($259 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,825 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,825 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965Year Renovated1995ZoningR-4CountyWAKEAPN0783.10-47-0047 0011226

Schools near 1017 Athens Drive

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Farmington Woods Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Martin Middle
Public6 to 8

Athens Drive High
Public9 to 12

Mount Vernon
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1017 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
$339,000
4
1,888
13,068
$225,000
3
1,329
13,068
$205,000
2
1,233
8,276
$255,000
1,285
7,841
1,849
16,117
$422,500
3
1,370
13,503

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