Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,478 sqft
635 Effie Way, Raleigh, NC 27603
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.04 acresLot Size
2015Year Built
$440/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$150/yrHOA Fees

Description

Some homes have a great location. Others have a great view. 635 Effie Way delivers both, with one of its most unforgettable features waiting at the very top: a private rooftop deck with sweeping views of the Downtown Raleigh skyline and Dorothea Dix Park. This distinctive three bedroom, two and a half bath home offers multiple outdoor spaces designed to take full advantage of its incredible setting. Start your morning on the front balcony, step outside to the rear deck and fenced backyard with low...Some homes have a great location. Others have a great view. 635 Effie Way delivers both, with one of its most unforgettable features waiting at the very top: a private rooftop deck with sweeping views of the Downtown Raleigh skyline and Dorothea Dix Park. This distinctive three bedroom, two and a half bath home offers multiple outdoor spaces designed to take full advantage of its incredible setting. Start your morning on the front balcony, step outside to the rear deck and fenced backyard with low maintenance turf, or head upstairs to the rooftop deck for sunset views over the city and park. The backyard also includes a detached storage shed for bikes, outdoor gear and more. Inside, the thoughtfully designed kitchen features soapstone countertops and open shelving, along with a discreet floor access hatch leading to an unexpected bonus: valuable storage within the conditioned crawlspace. It is a smart use of space rarely found in an urban home. The primary suite offers another standout view, with the primary bathroom looking directly toward the beautiful landscape of Dorothea Dix Park. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office or additional living space. Dorothea Gardens also includes a neighborhood pocket park, providing additional green space just outside your door. And then there is the location. Enjoy easy access to Dorothea Dix Park, historic Boylan Heights, Raleigh's Warehouse District and the restaurants, coffee shops, entertainment, greenways and destinations that make Downtown Raleigh living so desirable. From evenings overlooking the Raleigh skyline to mornings with views across Dix Park, 635 Effie Way offers a perspective on the city that few homes can match. The rooftop deck is not simply another outdoor space. It is a front row seat to Raleigh.
  • Listed by: Sherrie Smith 919.906.2595 sherrie@sherriesmith.com Brokerage DRE #C32305 • NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
  • Listed by: Jeff Leonard 919.605.8559 jeffreyleonard226@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C32305 • NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
Listing closed: 09/22/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10184955

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Property Information for 635 Effie Way

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,364 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Zoning Description: PD
  • Subdivision: Dorothea Commons
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2015
  • Lot Size: 0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: PD
  • Directions: From Western Blvd turn onto S. Boylan Ave, Turn Right onto W. South Street, turn Right onto Florence St, turn Left onto Dorothea, turn Left onto Dorothea then turn right onto Effie Way and the home will be on your right.
  • Subdivision Name: Dorothea Commons
  • Latitude: 35.77084
  • Longitude: -78.649773
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $150.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Unknown
  • Association Name: Dorothea Gardens HOA
  • Association Phone2: 540-230-9944
  • Association: Yes
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,364.16
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • Has City Limits: Yes
  • Lot Number: 17
  • 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 - Centennial Campus Middle
  • High School: Wake - Southeast Raleigh High
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1478.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Parcel Number: 0418420
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Has Main Level Bedrooms: No
  • Has Primary Residence: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Other, Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Roof: Flat
  • New Construction Type: House, Fiber Cement
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: No
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: None
  • Has Heating: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub Only, Smooth Ceilings
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Third

Property History for 635 Effie Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 22, 2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

$650,000
Aug 8, 2026

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

Aug 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

$650,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/22/2026

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

$650,000
08/08/2026

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

08/07/2026

Listed (Active)

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10184955

$650,000

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Public Records for 635 Effie Way

Taxable ValueLand$240,000Additions$347,852Total$587,852
Tax Record2025$5,147 ($429 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,512 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,512 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,742 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2015Year Renovated2015ZoningPDCountyWAKEAPN1703.10-35-8696-000

Schools near 635 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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