2638 Lakeview Dr

Raleigh, NC 27609

$2,150,000
Price
4
Beds
3,843 Sq. Ft.
$559 / Sq. Ft.
3,843
Sq. Ft.
$559
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassOpen: 3/7 01:00PM - 03:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 3/7 01:00PM - 03:00PM
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Description

A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated residence in one of Raleigh's most sought-after neighborhoods. Nestled in coveted Country Club Hills on a private, flat lot spanning approximately half an acre, 2638 Lakeview Drive offers timeless architecture enhanced by over $400,000 in thoughtful renovations.
The current owners have lived in and cared for this home for 18 years, consistently investing in meaningful improvements while maintaining its original character. The result is a property that...A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated residence in one of Raleigh's most sought-after neighborhoods. Nestled in coveted Country Club Hills on a private, flat lot spanning approximately half an acre, 2638 Lakeview Drive offers timeless architecture enhanced by over $400,000 in thoughtful renovations.

The current owners have lived in and cared for this home for 18 years, consistently investing in meaningful improvements while maintaining its original character. The result is a property that has been meticulously maintained and intentionally upgraded over time.

As you arrive, you're welcomed by an expansive front porch and circular driveway. When you enter the home you'll immediately notice the 9-foot ceilings, detailed crown molding, hardwood floors throughout, and expansive windows that bring in ample natural light. This is one of two main living areas in the home, both of which feature a fireplace for architectural presence and everyday comfort.

The fully renovated kitchen is the heart of the home, anchored by a massive island with seating for eight and designer selections throughout. Featuring Miele appliances, ceiling-height cabinetry, abundant storage, and a dedicated beverage fridge, the space flows seamlessly into a dining area that can comfortably seat and host large gatherings. Adjoined is your second living room where you'll find a beautiful stone fireplace with built-ins for additional storage, and oversized windows overlooking the private backyard.

The main level also offers a private enclosed office, perfect for working from home, along with a luxurious first-floor primary suite complete with dual custom closets and built-ins. The renovated primary bath includes double vanities, a dedicated hair and makeup vanity, and a separate powder room for added privacy.

Upstairs, hardwood floors continue throughout, extending into three generously sized secondary bedrooms, each offering ample space for additional seating or work areas. A large loft provides flexible living options - ideal for a media room, lounge, playroom, or additional gathering space. An upstairs laundry area adds everyday convenience and functionality.

The backyard sets this property apart. An extensive backyard renovation transformed this space into a flat lot with mature trees and landscaping to ensure privacy. The outdoor space delivers both immediate enjoyment and long-term potential with the ability to add a pool. The oversized patio is designed for seamless entertaining, with room for dining, grilling, lounge seating, an existing stone firepit, and an outdoor media setup.

2638 Lakeview is in a prime location - several doors down from Carolina Country Club, and less than a mile from St. David's and Root Elementary. This residence is defined by long-term ownership, meaningful investment, and a setting that is increasingly difficult to replicate in Country Club Hills.

Listing Agents

  1. Gretchen Coley

    Gretchen Coley

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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  2. Claire Guentz

    Claire Guentz

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    claireguentz@compass.com

    P: (910)-547-7115

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Property Details for 2638 Lakeview Drive

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Country Club Villas

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/06/2026 09:12 AM

Property Details for 2638 Lakeview Drive

StatusActive
MLS #10150862
Days on Market1
Taxes$10,505 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
CountyWake County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.4%
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Building Information for 2638 Lakeview Drive

Stories2Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF

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Property Information for 2638 Lakeview Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-4
  • Directions: Head southwest on Lassiter Mill Rd. Continue onto St Marys St. Turn right onto Wedgedale Dr. Turn left onto Lakeview Dr
  • Subdivision Name: Country Club Villas
  • Latitude: 35.817353
  • Longitude: -78.652413
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $10,504.70
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: D
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Root
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Oberlin
  • High School: Wake - Broughton
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3843.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Private
  • Lot Size Dimensions: See plat map
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Parcel Number: 1705320651
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: Yes
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 79
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Brick, Fiber Cement, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 1
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Wine Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior: Concrete, Driveway, Brick, Fiber Cement, Upper Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Wine Refrigerator, Upper Level, Concrete, Driveway
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 12.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16.4 x 14
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Length: 16.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 17.3 x 15
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length: 17.3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 16.3
  • Room Width: 16.3
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 12.2
  • Room Width: 12.2
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 17.8 x 16
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Length: 17.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15.4 x 19
  • Room Width: 19.0
  • Room Length: 15.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 17.8 x 9
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length: 17.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 26.4
  • Room Width: 26.4
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 12.7 x 17.8
  • Room Width: 17.8
  • Room Length: 12.7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 11
  • Room Description: Shed
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 12
  • Room Description: Landing
  • Room Dimensions: 11.8 x 12
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length: 11.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 2638 Lakeview Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10150862

$2,150,000—
Apr 25, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #236335922

$752,000—
Apr 25, 2008

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$752,000—
Apr 25, 2008

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$752,000—
Jan 29, 2008

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

—
Feb 28, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$749,900—
Feb 28, 2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$749,900—
Mar 21, 2001

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$690,000—
Mar 21, 2001

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$690,000—
Feb 16, 2001

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

—
Jan 28, 2001

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$719,900—
Jan 28, 2001

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$719,900—
Jul 27, 2000

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

$345,000—
Jul 27, 2000

Sold

AMLS #558494

$345,000—
Jun 22, 2000

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

—
Jun 21, 2000

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

$349,900—
Jun 21, 2000

Listed (Active)

AMLS #558494

$349,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/06/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10150862

$2,150,000
04/25/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #236335922

$752,000
04/25/2008

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$752,000
04/25/2008

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$752,000
01/29/2008

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

—
02/28/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$749,900
02/28/2007

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #915554

$749,900
03/21/2001

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$690,000
03/21/2001

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$690,000
02/16/2001

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

—
01/28/2001

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$719,900
01/28/2001

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #580978

$719,900
07/27/2000

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

$345,000
07/27/2000

Sold

AMLS #558494

$345,000
06/22/2000

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

—
06/21/2000

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #558494

$349,900
06/21/2000

Listed (Active)

AMLS #558494

$349,900

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

Public Records for 2638 Lakeview Drive

Taxable ValueLand$723,188Additions$479,055Total$1,202,243
Tax Record2025$10,505 ($875 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,677 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,677 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated2018ZoningR-4CountyWAKEAPN1705.14-32-0651 0066977Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2638 Lakeview Drive

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Root Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Oberlin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Needham Broughton High
Public - 9 to 12
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public - 6 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Root Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Oberlin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Needham Broughton High
Public9 to 12

Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Public6 to 13

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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More information about 2638 Lakeview Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

2638 Lakeview Drive is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27609. This property was listed for sale on March 6, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,150,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on April 25, 2008. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Root Elementary School, Oberlin Middle School and Needham Broughton High. 2638 Lakeview Drive is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 3,843 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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