236 Powell Dr

2,085 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
2,085
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Modern Architecture - Sun-Filled Interiors - Exceptional Location. Don't miss this striking modern construction home ideally located just minutes from downtown Raleigh, Lenovo Center, and only a 10-minute drive to RDU International Airport—offering an exceptional combination of design, efficiency, and convenience. The main level features 10-foot ceilings, 5-inch wide site-finished hardwood floors, and an open-concept design where the living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen. Walls of glass windows...Modern Architecture - Sun-Filled Interiors - Exceptional Location. Don't miss this striking modern construction home ideally located just minutes from downtown Raleigh, Lenovo Center, and only a 10-minute drive to RDU International Airport—offering an exceptional combination of design, efficiency, and convenience. The main level features 10-foot ceilings, 5-inch wide site-finished hardwood floors, and an open-concept design where the living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen. Walls of glass windows in the living room, kitchen, and dining room flood the home with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Sliding glass doors extend the living space outdoors to a covered rear deck complete with a wood-burning fireplace—perfect for year-round entertaining and relaxation. A formal dining room at the front entry provides an elegant space for entertaining. The chef's kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a center island, quartzite countertops, gas cooktop, and stainless steel appliances—perfectly balancing style and functionality. Upstairs, vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space throughout the second level, where the same hardwood floors continue (no carpet). The home offers three bedrooms and two and a half baths, including a spacious primary suite filled with natural light from expansive glass windows. The large walk-in closet includes custom closet organizers, while the primary bathroom features tile flooring, a walk-in shower, double sinks, and quartzite countertops for a spa-like retreat. Built for comfort and efficiency, this home includes a metal roof, a closed and conditioned crawlspace, and individual mini-split heat pumps throughout for personalized heating and cooling. A detached two-car carport with storage room accessed via the rear alleyway provides convenient off-street parking while maintaining clean curb appeal. Schedule your private tour today and experience elevated urban living at 236 Powell Street.
  1. Listed by Lisa Ellis • Real Estate By Design

Property Details for 236 Powell Drive

View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
Sunset Terrace
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 05:43 PM

Property Details for 236 Powell Drive

StatusActive
MLS #10140149
Days on Market12
Taxes$4,269 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2016
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyWake County

Location

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Building Information for 236 Powell Drive

Stories2Year Built2016Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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$3,524 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,168

Property Taxes

$356

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 236 Powell Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-10
  • Directions: From I-440 W, exit right onto Western Blvd. Turn right on Powell Drive, and the home will be on your left.
  • Subdivision Name: Sunset Terrace
  • Latitude: 35.788589
  • Longitude: -78.713759
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,269.46
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 1
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Reedy Creek
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Reedy Creek
  • High School: Wake - Athens Dr
Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: No
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2085.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level
  • Architectural Style: Modern, Transitional
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Area Above Grade: 0
  • Other Area Below Grade: 0
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 0784428087
  • Structure Type: House
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Power Production YN: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 50
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, See Remarks
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Spa: No
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Carport, Detached, Fiber Cement, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Laundry Room, Main Level, Carport, Detached
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 14.3 x 17.9
  • Room Width: 17.9
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 4.2 x 5.4
  • Room Width: 5.4
  • Room Length: 4.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13.4 x 15.4
  • Room Width: 15.4
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10.7 x 16.7
  • Room Width: 16.7
  • Room Length: 10.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 18
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 3 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 3.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11.9 x 15.3
  • Room Width: 15.3
  • Room Length: 11.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 11.1 x 13
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 9
  • Room Description: Covered Porch
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 10
  • Room Description: Carport
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 20
  • Room Width: 20.0
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Other
Room 11
  • Room Description: Storage
  • Room Dimensions: 6 x 18
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Level: Additional
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 236 Powell Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10140149

$650,000—
Feb 28, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$450,000—
Feb 28, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$450,000—
Feb 23, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589278198

$450,000—
Dec 16, 2016

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

—
Nov 12, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$469,900—
Nov 12, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$469,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/08/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10140149

$650,000
02/28/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$450,000
02/28/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$450,000
02/23/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589278198

$450,000
12/16/2016

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

—
11/12/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$469,900
11/12/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2098562

$469,900

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Public Records for 236 Powell Drive

Taxable ValueLand$91,000Additions$396,268Total$487,268
Tax Record2025$4,269 ($356 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,956 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,956 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2016ZoningR-10CountyWAKEAPN0784.18-42-8087 0074833Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 236 Powell 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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236 Powell Drive is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27606. This property was listed for sale on January 8, 2026 by Real Estate By Design, it's currently listed at $650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on February 28, 2017. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Reedy Creek Elementary, Reedy Creek Middle and Athens Drive High. 236 Powell Drive is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,085 sqft single family home built in 2016.

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