801 Compton Road

Closed 8/20/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,100,000

4 beds4 baths2,806 sqft

801 Compton Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.86 acresLot Size

1968Year Built

$392/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Just Reduced in the Heart of Midtown! You will be WOWED when you enter this fully renovated and remodeled retreat. This .86-acre private lot has been beautifully landscaped with trees, bushes and flowers blooming at different times throughout our 4 seasons. Many hardscape features were designed to enjoy every inch of this private land. You will find a completely reimagined home which offers a rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and a move-in-ready lifestyle in one of Midtown's most rapidly...Just Reduced in the Heart of Midtown! You will be WOWED when you enter this fully renovated and remodeled retreat. This .86-acre private lot has been beautifully landscaped with trees, bushes and flowers blooming at different times throughout our 4 seasons. Many hardscape features were designed to enjoy every inch of this private land. You will find a completely reimagined home which offers a rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and a move-in-ready lifestyle in one of Midtown's most rapidly evolving areas. Surrounded by mature greenery and framed by expansive windows, this home is filled with natural light and tranquil views from every room, creating a true sense of retreat just minutes from the energy of North Hills. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, this residence blends timeless design with modern comfort, making it an exceptional alternative to both renovation projects and new construction timelines. Interior features have been designed for everyday living and entertaining. Stunning gourmet kitchen with premium SS appliances, oversized island, and expansive walk-in pantry. Beautiful hardwood flooring and tile throughout. Light-filled living spaces enhanced by skylights and refined architectural details. Elegant crown molding and fireplace feature. Tankless water heater for efficiency and comfort. Tremendous private Owner's Suite with its own screened porch overlooking the babbling brook, lush landscaping and hardscape patio. A luxurious primary retreat featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower with bench, and custom-designed walk-in closets with built-ins. Outdoor living that sets this home apart: large screened porch as well as screened balcony for year-round enjoyment. Multiple patios are ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings, including a permanent gas firepit. Fully fenced yard overlooks the lovely creek, all surrounded by mature landscaping nearly an acre of land and a rare find in Midtown. Ideally located just minutes from North Hills, offering premier shopping, dining, and entertainment, as well as nearby Eastgate Park with trails, tennis courts, playgrounds, and a neighborhood elementary school. In a neighborhood where many properties are being purchased for teardown and redevelopment, this home stands out as a turnkey alternative offering the space and setting buyers desire without the time, cost, or uncertainty of building.

Listing closed: 08/20/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 10158625

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Property Information for 801 Compton Road

Property Details

Taxes: $7,269 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Wake County
Zoning Description: R-4
Subdivision: Hickory Hills

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1968
Lot Size: 0.86 AC / 37,461 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: R-4
Directions: From Six Forks (North Hills) right on E. Rowan St to right on Compton Rd.

Subdivision Name: Hickory Hills
Latitude: 35.842215
Longitude: -78.625739

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $7,269.42

City Limits Of: Raleigh
Has City Limits: Yes
Lot Number: 17
Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes

Contract Information

Has Comp Sale: No
Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc

Has Property Leased: No
Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)

School Information

Elementary School: Wake - Douglas Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Carroll Middle

High School: Wake - Sanderson High

Parking

Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage: Yes

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 2806.0
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Views, Wooded, Hardwood Trees

Architectural Style: Modern, Traditional, Transitional
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 246.97
Parcel Number: 171617019626000 0030930
Structure Type: House
Enhanced Accessible: No
Has Main Level Bedrooms: Yes
Has Power Production: No
Has Primary Residence: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 0.96

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Below Grade Finished Area: 361.0

Community Features: Park, Playground, Restaurant, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
Senior Community: No

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Masonite
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Lighting, Private Yard, Smart Light(s), Fenced Yard

Fencing: Back Yard
Foundation Details: Combination, Other, Crawlspace
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened
Roof: Architectural Shingle
New Construction Type: House, Fiber Cement, Masonite

Interior Features

Levels: Multi/Split, Two
Stories: 1

Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
Basement Description: Daylight, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Workshop
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Family Room
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Windows Treatment: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump, Multi Units
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Appliances: Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Radon Mitigation
Spa: No

Room Information

Rooms Total: 10.0

Room 1

Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second

Length: 20.1
Width: 13.7

Room 2

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main

Length: 12.4
Width: 11.8

Room 3

Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second

Length: 12.3
Width: 10.0

Room 4

Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second

Length: 12.5
Width: 11.0

Room 5

Type: Entrance Hall
Level: Main

Length: 7.8
Width: 7.2

Room 6

Type: Family Room
Level: Main

Length: 22.2
Width: 13.0

Room 7

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Length: 20.8
Width: 14.5

Room 8

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Length: 18.3
Width: 9.1

Room 9

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Length: 12.5
Width: 11.2

Room 10

Type: Office
Level: Main

Length: 11.2
Width: 9.0

Room 11

Type: Laundry
Level: Lower

Length: 10.0
Width: 7.2

Room 12

Type: Mud Room
Level: Lower

Length: 12.9
Width: 10.7

Room 13

Type: Other
Level: Lower

Description: Storage
Length: 21.1
Width: 9.6

Room 14

Type: Other
Level: Main

Description: Front Porch
Length: 27.0
Width: 6.0

Room 15

Type: Other
Level: Main

Description: Screen Porch
Length: 24.0
Width: 12.0

Property History for 801 Compton Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 20, 2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625	$1,100,000	—
Aug 6, 2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625		—
Jul 3, 2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625	$1,200,000	—
Oct 13, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #680743813	$479,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/20/2026	Sold Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625	$1,100,000
08/06/2026	Pending Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625	—
07/03/2026	Listed (Active) Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10158625	$1,200,000
10/13/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #680743813	$479,500

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

Public Records for 801 Compton Road

Taxable ValueLand$534,375Additions$265,925Total$800,300

Tax Record2025$6,999 ($583 / month)

Home Facts

Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,508 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,508 SqFtStories1Lot Size37,462 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated2021ZoningR-4CountyWAKEAPN1716.17-01-9626-000

Schools near 801 Compton Road

This home is within Wake County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Douglas Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.2 mi
5/10	Carroll Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.9 mi
6/10	Sanderson High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.7 mi
2/10	Phillips High	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	3.8 mi
NR	Longview School	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	4.0 mi
10/10	Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy	Public - Nearby school	6 to 13	4.4 mi
NR	Trilogy School	Private - Nearby school	3 to 12	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Douglas Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.2 mi
5/10	Carroll Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.9 mi
6/10	Sanderson High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.7 mi
2/10	Phillips High Public9 to 12 Choice school	3.8 mi
NR	Longview School Public6 to 12 Choice school	4.0 mi
10/10	Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Public6 to 13 Nearby school	4.4 mi
NR	Trilogy School Private3 to 12 Nearby school	1.0 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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