Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,957 sqft
629 Effie Way, Raleigh, NC 27603
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.06 acresLot Size
2016Year Built
$393/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$150/yrHOA Fees

Description

Welcome to 629 Effie Way - where modern living meets the historic charm of Boylan Heights. Built in 2016, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers unbeatable convenience to all of Downtown Raleigh. The first floor features an open living area, kitchen, and dining area perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Just above are two spacious, light-filled bedrooms, a full bath, and a covered second-floor porch. A primary bedroom suite, complete with a large bedroom, walk-in closet, laundry room, and...Welcome to 629 Effie Way - where modern living meets the historic charm of Boylan Heights. Built in 2016, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers unbeatable convenience to all of Downtown Raleigh. The first floor features an open living area, kitchen, and dining area perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Just above are two spacious, light-filled bedrooms, a full bath, and a covered second-floor porch. A primary bedroom suite, complete with a large bedroom, walk-in closet, laundry room, and spacious bath with double vanity and double shower, is found on the third floor. Notable updates include new decks in 2023 - a large wooden back deck and a Trex rooftop deck with skyline views of Downtown Raleigh and Dix Park. Set in the Dorothea Gardens community, this home is just steps away from Dix Park, Sam Jones' BBQ, Boulted Bread, Benchwarmers Bagels, Red Hat Amphitheater, Weaver Street Market, and other local favorites. This is more than just a home - it's an opportunity to live in one of Raleigh's most sought-after neighborhoods and enjoy all that Downtown has to offer.
  • Listed by: Mike Eatmon 252.245.4337 mike@ourtownproperties.com Brokerage DRE #C12285 • Our Town Properties Inc.
Listing closed: 05/18/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10134957

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Property Information for 629 Effie Way

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,648 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • View: See Remarks
  • Zoning Description: SFR
  • Waterfront: No
  • Showings Expected to Begin: 12-12-2025
  • Subdivision: Dorothea Commons
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2016
  • Lot Size: 0.06 AC / 2,614 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Directions: Dawson St to W South St, Left onto S Saunders St, right onto Dorothea Dr, Left onto Effie Way (2nd access -one way street)
  • Subdivision Name: Dorothea Commons
  • Latitude: 35.770805
  • Longitude: -78.64948
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $150.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Association Name: Dorothea Gardens Community Association
  • Association Phone2: 00000000000
  • Association: Yes
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,648.22
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Lot Number: 14
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Conn Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Carnage Middle
  • High School: Wake - Southeast Raleigh High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, On Street
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1957.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 31' x 82' x 18' x 14' x 79'
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Parcel Number: 170310359675000 0418416
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Community Features: Park
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Maintenance Common Areas
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
  • Roof: See Remarks
  • Security Features: Security System
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Fiber Cement
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Door Features: Thermal Doors
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
Room 1
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Third
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second

Property History for 629 Effie Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 18, 2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10134957

$769,900—
May 18, 2026

Sold

Hive MLS #100543058

$769,900—
May 13, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940369298

$770,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/18/2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10134957

$769,900
05/18/2026

Sold

Hive MLS #100543058

$769,900
05/13/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940369298

$770,000

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Public Records for 629 Effie Way

Taxable ValueLand$240,000Additions$405,364Total$645,364
Tax Record2025$5,648 ($471 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,928 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,928 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,614 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2016Year Renovated2016ZoningPDCountyWAKEAPN1703.10-35-9675-000

Schools near 629 Effie 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 13
Rating
School
Distance
Conn Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Centennial Campus Middle
Public6 to 8

Southeast Raleigh 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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