Last Sold Price
3 beds1,541 sqft$331/sqft
1808 Fairley Dr, Raleigh, NC 27607

Description

Offer deadline: Sun 5/24 2p Channel your inner Mad Men in this true mid-century modern ranch where timeless design meets an unbeatable location. Featuring classic post-and-beam construction, exposed wood beams, soaring ceilings, and an open-flow layout, this well-maintained home delivers the architectural character today's buyers search for but rarely find. The original kitchen embraces the sleek, functional, and utilitarian principles that defined mid-century modern design, showcasing flat-front...Offer deadline: Sun 5/24 2p Channel your inner Mad Men in this true mid-century modern ranch where timeless design meets an unbeatable location. Featuring classic post-and-beam construction, exposed wood beams, soaring ceilings, and an open-flow layout, this well-maintained home delivers the architectural character today's buyers search for but rarely find. The original kitchen embraces the sleek, functional, and utilitarian principles that defined mid-century modern design, showcasing flat-front slab cabinetry, warm wood grains, and clean lines that feel as relevant today as they did in the era of the timeless Audrey Hepburn. Original Danish, Scandinavian, and German mid-century light fixtures are thoughtfully preserved throughout the home, adding authentic vintage charm. The spacious main living area centers around a wood-burning fireplace, while a secondary flex living space offers a second wood-burning fireplace and additional room to gather, relax, or entertain with subtle 1960s flair. The home features 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering comfortable everyday living with enduring style. Closet built-ins in all the bedrooms further highlight its thoughtful design and functionality. The partially finished daylight basement adds flexibility with a partially functional bathroom, additional unfinished rec space, and a separate area that could potentially be completed as an additional bedroom, studio, office, or bonus space. Situated on a private 0.61-acre lot, the property offers room to spread out while remaining incredibly convenient. Entertain from the oversize deck stretching across the backside of the home. Located between Hillsborough Street and Wade Avenue/I-40, this home is just 5 minutes from Lenovo Center and Carter-Finley Stadium, bikeable to the SAS Institute campus, and offers the added benefits of no city taxes and no HOA. Pack your Eames chairs and get ready to call 1808 Fairley Dr home. Medfield Swim Club membership optional.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/30/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Amy Gretenstein • Real Estate By Design

Property Details for 1808 Fairley Drive

Status
MLS #
10168661
Taxes
$2,746 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1965
Lot Size
0.61 AC / 26,571 SF
View
Yes
Showings Expected to Begin
05-22-2026
Subdivision
Medfield Estates

Location

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Building Information for 1808 Fairley Drive

Stories1Year Built1965Building Size-Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,571 SF

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$2,821 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,592

Property Taxes

$229

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Property Information for 1808 Fairley Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R20
  • Directions: From 40/Wade Extension, exit Edwards Mill heading south. Right on Trinity. Right on Arnold. Right on Fairley. From Hillsborough/Chapel Hill Rd, head north on Trinity. Left on Arnold. Right on Fairley.
  • Subdivision Name: Medfield Estates
  • Latitude: 35.80583
  • Longitude: -78.74894
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,746.09
  • City Limits YN: No
  • Lot Number: 33
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Reedy Creek Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Reedy Creek Middle
  • High School: Wake - Athens Drive High
Parking
  • Garage: No
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1541.0
  • Architectural Style: Modern, Ranch
  • Other Area Below Grade: 720
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 720
  • Parcel Number: 077406484341000 0062526
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.02
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Septic Tank
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 3
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Interior: Brick
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 13.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 10.83 x 11.08
  • Room Width: 11.08
  • Room Length: 10.83
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 4.5 x 9.75
  • Room Width: 9.75
  • Room Length: 4.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.58 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 11.58
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 9.25 x 10.5
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Length: 9.25
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 21.08 x 15.5
  • Room Width: 15.5
  • Room Length: 21.08
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10.33 x 9.58
  • Room Width: 9.58
  • Room Length: 10.33
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.83
  • Room Width: 8.83
  • Room Length: 10.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 11.17 x 24
  • Room Width: 24.0
  • Room Length: 11.17
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 9
  • Room Description: Carport
  • Room Dimensions: 13.83 x 24
  • Room Width: 24.0
  • Room Length: 13.83
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 10
  • Room Description: Unfinished Basement
  • Room Dimensions: 43.58 x 11.75
  • Room Width: 11.75
  • Room Length: 43.58
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 11
  • Room Description: Unfinished Basement Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 10.92 x 11.75
  • Room Width: 11.75
  • Room Length: 10.92
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 12
  • Room Description: Partial Basement Bathroom
  • Room Dimensions: 8.83 x 8.5
  • Room Width: 8.5
  • Room Length: 8.83
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 6.83 x 9.67
  • Room Width: 9.67
  • Room Length: 6.83
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 1808 Fairley Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10168661

$510,000
Jun 25, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943943358

$510,000

+6.6% / yr

May 24, 2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10168661

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10168661

$510,000
06/25/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943943358

$510,000

+6.6% / yr

05/24/2026

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10168661

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Public Records for 1808 Fairley Drive

Taxable ValueLand$195,000Additions$231,217Total$426,217
Tax Record2025$2,746 ($229 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,950 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,950 SqFtStories1Lot Size26,572 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965Year Renovated1970ZoningR20CountyWAKEAPN0774.06-48-4341-000

Schools near 1808 Fairley Drive

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Reedy Creek Elementary
PublicK to 5

Reedy Creek 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: 1808 Fairley Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607
$510,000
3
1,541
26,571
$181,000
31,798
1,804
24,829
$339,900
3
2,065
41,817
$70,000
3
1,800
32,234
2
2,400
25,700

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