3 beds1,516 sqft$429/sqft
635 Effie Way, Raleigh, NC 27603
Est: $3,763/moGet pre-approved

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.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/07/2026 01:05 PM

  1. Listed by Sherrie Smith • NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
  2. Listed by Jeff Leonard • NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 635 Effie Way

Status
MLS #
10184955
Taxes
$5,364 / year
HOA Fees
$150 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2015
Lot Size
0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
View
Yes
Subdivision
Dorothea Commons
HOA Fees
$150.00

Location

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Building Information for 635 Effie Way

Stories3Year Built2015Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF

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$3,763 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,304

Property Taxes

$447

HOA Dues

$13

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Property Information for 635 Effie Way

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 Includes: Unknown
  • Association: Yes
  • Total HOA Dues: $.00
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,364.16
  • City Limits Of: Raleigh
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 17
  • 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 - 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: 1516.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Parcel Number: 0418420
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 45
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Flat
  • New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: None
  • Heating?: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Bathtub Only, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Interior: Fiber Cement, Laundry Closet, Upper Level
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Laundry Closet, Upper Level
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 0.0 x 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 635 Effie Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10184955

$650,000
Jul 2, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #647495358

$465,000

+10.8% / yr

Jul 2, 2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2255227

$465,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/07/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10184955

$650,000
07/02/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #647495358

$465,000

+10.8% / yr

07/02/2019

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2255227

$465,000

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

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 Built2015ZoningPDCountyWAKEAPN1703.10-35-8696 0418420

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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635 Effie Way is a single family home for sale in Raleigh, NC 27603. This property was listed for sale on August 7, 2026 by NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on July 2, 2019. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Conn Elementary, Centennial Campus Middle and Southeast Raleigh High. 635 Effie Way is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,516 sqft single family home built in 2015.

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