Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,829 sqft

5217 Invention Way,Ā Raleigh, NCĀ 27616

TownhouseProperty Type
0.03 acresLot Size
2022Year Built
$176/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$230/moHOA Fees
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome offers a bright, open-concept layout connecting the dining, kitchen, and living areas—perfect for everything from remote work to hosting friends or simply unwinding! Large windows fill the space with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen features sleek quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, making meal prep a pleasure. A first-floor guest bedroom with a full bath offers comfort and privacy for visitors. Upstairs, spacious...This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome offers a bright, open-concept layout connecting the dining, kitchen, and living areas—perfect for everything from remote work to hosting friends or simply unwinding! Large windows fill the space with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen features sleek quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, making meal prep a pleasure. A first-floor guest bedroom with a full bath offers comfort and privacy for visitors. Upstairs, spacious bedrooms and well-appointed baths provide plenty of room to spread out. Set in a peaceful yet highly convenient location, this home is just minutes from shops, parks, a local brewery, and easy greenway access. Enjoy morning coffee from the nearby cafĆ©, spend evenings at trivia night with friends, or take advantage of the many neighborhood amenities—including a trusted groomer for your four-legged companions. It's a spot that blends everyday convenience with a vibrant local community!
Listing closed: 10/31/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10116100
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$339,500

Avg days on market

61

Sale-to-list ratio

94.6%

Raleigh, NC

9 comparable properties found

$345,000 | 5207 Invention Way, Raleigh, NC 27616
1/30
1

$345,000

Sold 04/16/25

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Bedrooms
1,856
Square Feet
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Acres
$325,000 | 5216 Invention Way, Raleigh, NC 27616
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Sold 12/11/25

3
Bedrooms
1,764
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$341,500 | 5200 Invention Way, Raleigh, NC 27616
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3

$341,500

Sold 07/08/25

3
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1,803
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$339,500 | 5430 Crescent Square Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
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1,803
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$320,000 | 5432 Crescent Square Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
1/21
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1,857
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$345,000 | 5436 Crescent Square Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
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$345,000

Sold 04/01/25

3
Bedrooms
1,871
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$345,000 | 6420 Astor Elgin Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
1/43
7

$345,000

Sold 12/17/24

3
Bedrooms
1,744
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$332,000 | 6434 Astor Elgin Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
1/45
8

$332,000

Sold 06/30/25

3
Bedrooms
1,866
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$328,500 | 6414 Astor Elgin Street, Raleigh, NC 27616
1/29
9

$328,500

Sold 02/02/26

3
Bedrooms
1,958
Square Feet
0.04
Acres

Location

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Sold By Costello Real Estate & Investm

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5217 Invention Way

Property Details

  • Taxes: $2,931 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Townhouse
  • County: Wake County
  • Subdivision: 5401 North

Building Information

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2022
  • Lot Size: 0.03 AC / 1,307 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Follow I-440 E and US-401 N to Midtown Market Ave. Continue on Midtown Market Ave. Take Astor Elgin St to Invention Wy.
  • Subdivision Name: 5401 North
  • Latitude: 35.861157
  • Longitude: -78.541245
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $230.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Name: 5401 North Residential Owners Associat
  • Association Phone2: --
  • Association: Yes
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,930.99
  • Has City Limits: No
  • Lot Number: 3251
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Townhouse
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - River Bend Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - River Bend Middle School
  • High School: Wake - Rolesville High School
Parking
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1829.0
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Parcel Number: 1736589637
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.99
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Pool
  • Construction Materials: Masonite, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Townhouse, Masonite, Stone
Interior Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Stories: 3
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings

Room Information

Room 1
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Third

Property History for 5217 Invention Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 31, 2025

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10116100

$322,500—
Oct 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918628127

$322,500

+0.4% / yr

Sep 30, 2025

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10116100

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/31/2025

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10116100

$322,500
10/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918628127

$322,500

+0.4% / yr

09/30/2025

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10116100

—

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

Public records

5217 Invention Way

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

1,753 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,753 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

1,307 SqFt

Style

Townhouse

Schools near 5217 Invention Way

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 - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
River Bend Elementary
PublicPK to 5

River Bend Middle
Public6 to 8

Rolesville High School
Public9 to 12

River Oaks Middle
Public6 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: 5217 Invention Way, Raleigh, NC 27616
$322,500
3
1,829
1,307
$319,000
3
1,733
1,306
$305,500
–
4
1,810
1,307
$305,240
3
1,733
1,306
$328,000
–
4
1,778
1,742
$319,000
–
4
1,753
1,307

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