Tucked along Bells Lake, this is the kind of property buyers wait years for. .. or that takes a lifetime to recreate. Private, expansive, and effortlessly connected to everything Raleigh has to offer, it delivers a level of freedom and lifestyle rarely found in the market. Set on coveted acreage, the 7,500-square-foot residence is designed to live wide and easy. Thoughtful architecture, custom millwork, and high-end finishes create a sense of quiet luxury throughout - curated, functional, and intentionally punctuated at every turn. The home unfolds in a way that feels both expansive and livable, with spaces that transition seamlessly from everyday comfort to elevated entertaining. Wellness is fully integrated into the experience. A dedicated, oversized home gym rivals a private training facility, designed for performance, recovery, and consistency without ever leaving home. And then, the unexpected. .. The outdoor environment is not just an amenity; it's a destination. Designed with the feel of a boutique resort, the pool and entertainment grounds are unlike found in the Triangle. A 25-yard, 10-foot-deep pool anchors the space for both recreation and training, surrounded by expertly crafted stonework, expansive porches, and layered gathering areas. Two regulation-size pickleball courts create an active social hub, while a cascading waterfall with a built-in rock-climbing wall leads to a private terrace overlooking the entire setting. Hidden beneath the waterfall, a tucked-away spa retreat offers a completely different experience, an integrated hot tub, heated by a custom wood-burning system, designed for quiet evenings and true escape. THIS is a home built for connection. Large-scale entertaining comes naturally here. .. from intimate evenings to full-scale events, weddings, and celebrations, hosting comes with ease. The grounds are equally impressive, with curated gardens that evolve seasonally and additional space to expand, whether for a future collector's garage, guest residence, or private retreat. For those seeking more than just a home, for those prioritizing lifestyle, wellness, and the ability to live without compromise, this property stands entirely on its own.
Single-familyProperty Type
2023Year Built
2.96 acresLot Size
$474Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Erica Sizemore• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Sydney Benfey• Hodge&KittrellSothebysIntlRlty
Est. $4,345 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8719 Bells Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10160091
Jun 25, 2026
Sold
$3,600,000
$474/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2026
Listed
$3,695,000
$487/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Coming Soon
$3,695,000
$487/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,319 (+3.0%)
$249,120 + $1,361,111
$1,610,231
2024
$10,020 (+35.9%)
$249,120 + $1,361,111
$1,610,231
2023
$7,373 (+892.3%)
$249,120 + $1,372,111
$1,621,231
2022
$743
$101,592 + $1,290
$102,882
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.96 Acres
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
6,981
Year built
2023
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0679.04 72 2057 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
RA
Research Applications District
The RA, Research Applications district is intended to: Accommodate research and research application activities as well as related manufacturing, business, and science activities that could benefit from location in or adjacent to, and a strong association with, the Research Triangle Park or other major center of research activity; Accommodate research facilities, pilot plants, prototype production facilities, and other manufacturing operations that require the continual or recurrent application of research knowledge and activity as an integral part of the manufacturing process; Ensure that such facilities are developed to help provide the district a campus or park like character that emphasizes natural characteristics and landscaping; and Encourage originality and flexibility in development, and to ensure that development is properly related to its site and to surrounding developments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Senior
Manufacturing
Office
Medical office
Research & development
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
Feb 22, 2023 • Final
Accessory structure application for wastewater
Pool and hot tub
Nov 8, 2022 • Final
Permit for new well
Construct a new house on a lot with an existing septic system. Increase the bedroom capacity of the existing septic system to four bedrooms.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Interior Features: Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Outside, Raised Hearth
Fireplaces Total: 2
Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
Room Information
Has Basement
Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entry, Storage Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Board & Batten Siding, Brick, HardiPlank Type, Shake Siding, Stone
Building Area Total: 7590.5
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch