5953 Sentinel Drive

Closed 6/1/26

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Last Sold Price

$360,000

2 beds2 baths1,370 sqft$263/sqft

5953 Sentinel Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609

TownhouseProperty Type

4,356 sq ftLot Size

1977Year Built

$263/sq ftPrice per sq ft

$350/moHOA Fees

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This charming, updated one-floor townhouse is located within the ideally-located and sought-after N. Raleigh community of Whitehall. Brand new: Calacatta Gold quartz countertops, elongated Cotton White backsplash, SS Dishwasher, SS Refrigerator, and Kohler faucet compliment the light-flooded Kitchen featuring a vaulted and beamed ceiling, ample Breakfast Room space. Formal and Informal Dining areas. Formal Dining Room could be used as a Study. The large Living Room features a lovely Fireplace and...This charming, updated one-floor townhouse is located within the ideally-located and sought-after N. Raleigh community of Whitehall. Brand new: Calacatta Gold quartz countertops, elongated Cotton White backsplash, SS Dishwasher, SS Refrigerator, and Kohler faucet compliment the light-flooded Kitchen featuring a vaulted and beamed ceiling, ample Breakfast Room space. Formal and Informal Dining areas. Formal Dining Room could be used as a Study. The large Living Room features a lovely Fireplace and French Doors that open to a huge, private deck. The large Primary Bedroom Suite features ample closet space and a walk-shower. A large Guest Bedroom and updated Guest (hall) Bathroom complete a functional one-level layout. A few steps to the Whitehall Community Pool and Community Garden. Minutes from N. Hills, Downtown Raleigh. Just around the corner from Harris Teeter, Ace Hardware, The Fresh Market, Cafe Tiramisu, and so much more!

Listing Agents

Mary Kathryn Basnight
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Compass -- Raleigh
P: (919) 601-1038
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Carin Head
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Compass -- Raleigh
P: (919) 816-6685
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Listing closed: 06/01/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10163234

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Property Information for 5953 Sentinel Drive

Property Details

Taxes: $2,614 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Townhouse
County: Wake County
View: Neighborhood
Zoning Description: R-6
Waterfront: No
Subdivision: Whitehall Townhomes

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1977
Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: R-6
Directions: From the Beltine - North on Falls of Neuse Rd, RIGHT on Falls Church, LEFT on Sentinel. Over the bridge, past the pool. Parking lot is on the LEFT. Park in a ''Guest'' space. Follow the sidewalk through the Gazebo. Home is on the right. Look for the garden flag with a cardinal and the large Welcome flag at front door.

Subdivision Name: Whitehall Townhomes
Latitude: 35.864203
Longitude: -78.609835
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt

Taxes and HOA Information

Association Fee: $350.00
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

Association Fee Includes: Unknown
Association Name: York Management
Association Phone2: 919-821-1350
Association: Yes
HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
Tax Annual Amount: $2,613.95
City Limits Of: Raleigh
Has City Limits: Yes
Lot Number: 103
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 - Millbrook Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - East Millbrook Middle

High School: Wake - Millbrook High

Parking

Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
Open Parking: Yes

Parking Features: Parking Lot
Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 1370.0
Architectural Style: Cottage, Traditional, Transitional

Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
Parcel Number: 171607596609000 0098258
Structure Type: Townhouse
Enhanced Accessible: No
Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
Has Power Production: No
Has Primary Residence: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 1.0

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit

Community Features: Pool
Senior Community: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Association Amenities: Pool
Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Rain Gutters
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Pool Features: Community
Roof: Shingle
New Construction Type: Townhouse, Wood Siding

Interior Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Propane
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Windows Treatment: Blinds
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating: Yes
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Interior Features: Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, Primary Downstairs, Storage, Dressing Room, Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Quartz Counters

Room Information

Rooms Total: 5.0

Room 1

Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Main

Length: 13.8
Width: 14.1

Room 2

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main

Length: 13.8
Width: 11.4

Room 3

Type: Entrance Hall
Level: Main

Length: 7.1
Width: 9.69

Room 4

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Length: 10.8
Width: 11.4

Room 5

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Length: 12.0
Width: 9.0

Room 6

Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main

Length: 8.8
Width: 6.3

Room 7

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Length: 18.11
Width: 14.1

Property History for 5953 Sentinel Drive

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jun 1, 2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234	$360,000	—
May 15, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941066145	$360,000	—
May 15, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941138093	$360,000	—
May 5, 2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234		—
Apr 28, 2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234	$360,000	—
Jun 20, 2006	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #838694	$139,900	—
Jun 19, 2006	Expired AMLS #838694	$139,900	—
Dec 19, 2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #838694	$139,900	—
Dec 19, 2005	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #838694	$139,900	—
Sep 30, 2003	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #657757	$141,900	—
Sep 30, 2003	Expired AMLS #657757	$141,900	—
Sep 16, 2002	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #657757	$144,900	—
Sep 16, 2002	Listed (Active) AMLS #657757	$144,900	—
Sep 22, 2000	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307	$139,000	—
Sep 22, 2000	Sold AMLS #542307	$139,000	—
Aug 25, 2000	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307		—
Feb 10, 2000	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307	$138,500	—
Feb 10, 2000	Listed (Active) AMLS #542307	$138,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
06/01/2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234	$360,000
05/15/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941066145	$360,000
05/15/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941138093	$360,000
05/05/2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234	—
04/28/2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10163234	$360,000
06/20/2006	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #838694	$139,900
06/19/2006	Expired AMLS #838694	$139,900
12/19/2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #838694	$139,900
12/19/2005	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #838694	$139,900
09/30/2003	Expired Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #657757	$141,900
09/30/2003	Expired AMLS #657757	$141,900
09/16/2002	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #657757	$144,900
09/16/2002	Listed (Active) AMLS #657757	$144,900
09/22/2000	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307	$139,000
09/22/2000	Sold AMLS #542307	$139,000
08/25/2000	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307	—
02/10/2000	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #542307	$138,500
02/10/2000	Listed (Active) AMLS #542307	$138,500

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

Public Records for 5953 Sentinel Drive

Taxable ValueLand$95,000Additions$202,437Total$297,437

Tax Record2025$2,614 ($218 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,353 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,353 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977Year Renovated1987ZoningR-6CountyWAKEAPN1716.07-59-6609-000

Schools near 5953 Sentinel Drive

This home is within Wake County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Millbrook Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.1 mi
2/10	East Millbrook Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.9 mi
7/10	Millbrook High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.4 mi
2/10	Phillips High	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	5.3 mi
NR	Longview School	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	5.4 mi
1/10	River Oaks Middle	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	5.5 mi
NR	Friendship Christian School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.6 mi
NR	St. Raphael Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.6 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Millbrook Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.1 mi
2/10	East Millbrook Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.9 mi
7/10	Millbrook High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.4 mi
2/10	Phillips High Public9 to 12 Choice school	5.3 mi
NR	Longview School Public6 to 12 Choice school	5.4 mi
1/10	River Oaks Middle Public6 to 8 Choice school	5.5 mi
NR	Friendship Christian School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	St. Raphael Catholic School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.6 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 5953 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$360,000	2	2	1,370	4,356
5955 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$166,500	4	3	2,344	2,613
5935 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$327,500	2	2	1,243	3,485
1547 Laureldale Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$223,000	–	2	1,248	2,178
1553 Laureldale Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$216,000	3	3	1,620	1,742
1545 Laureldale Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$357,000	3	2	1,528	3,049
1555 Laureldale Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$315,000	2	2	1,200	2,178
5957 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$223,000	–	2	1,986	4,356
5945 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$306,000	3	3	1,879	3,049
5959 Sentinel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	–	–	1	–	105,415
1543 Laureldale Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609	$225,225	2	2	1,515	2,178

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