Nestled in convenient and highly desirable 'inside-the-beltline'' location, this charming bungalow , originally crafted in the 1950's exudes charm with its full-width covered front porch and its beadboard ceiling. The front living room, featuring a gas fireplace with a brick surround, invites relaxation. The remodeled urban-style kitchen is a chef's delight, boasting a large central island with concrete countertops, butcher block countertops over cabinets and drawers, gas cooktop, suspended range hood, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, and a stylish barn door off the dining area. This space was previously used by the homeowner as a bar area for entertaining friends and family. The adjacent family room offers easy access to the deck through sliding glass doors, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The first floor hosts two comfortable bedrooms and two full baths, while the second floor includes the primary bedroom with a full bath and an additional secondary bedroom. There are 2 walk-in attics on the 2nd floor for your storage needs. The fenced private backyard is perfect for fun and games or a safe playspace for pets. In the back of the yard you will find a charming detached workshop with power and plumbing!Home is within walking distance to Lacy Elementary School, making it an ideal choice for so many! In addition to the kitchen remodel, upgrades include a new roof in 2015 and a new HVAC system in 2022, ensuring peace of mind for years to come.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$437Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kimberly Conroy• Coldwell Banker HPW
Bought with Mary Burr Edwards• Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Raleigh
SETTLE FOR MORE! DON'T COMPROMISE & lose this special ITB opportunity! Lovely location in Budleigh: walk to Lacy, Martin! Rocking-chair front porch. Sleek new kitchen with quartz counters & top-notch cabinetry. Living room with gas fireplace, plus family rm. Charming arched pass-throughs. Handsome oak hardwoods. Study with custom built-ins. Two master bdrms. Detached studio. MORE!
Public Records
May 8, 1996
Sold
$158,000
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 1993
Sold
$93,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,625 (+3.7%)
$575,000 + $182,358
$757,358
2024
$6,386 (+17.6%)
$575,000 + $158,044
$733,044
2023
$5,430 (+7.6%)
$575,000 + $158,044
$733,044
2022
$5,045 (+4.0%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2021
$4,849 (+1.9%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2020
$4,761 (+6.6%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2019
$4,467 (+6.0%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2018
$4,212 (+5.0%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2017
$4,012 (+2.1%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2016
$3,929 (+3.5%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2015
$3,795 (+5.4%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2014
$3,600 (+7.1%)
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2013
$3,362
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2012
$3,362 (+1.0%)
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2011
$3,329
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
Tax history for 1607 Lorraine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,625 (+3.7%)
$575,000 + $182,358
$757,358
2024
$6,386 (+17.6%)
$575,000 + $158,044
$733,044
2023
$5,430 (+7.6%)
$575,000 + $158,044
$733,044
2022
$5,045 (+4.0%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2021
$4,849 (+1.9%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2020
$4,761 (+6.6%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2019
$4,467 (+6.0%)
$400,000 + $96,332
$496,332
2018
$4,212 (+5.0%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2017
$4,012 (+2.1%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2016
$3,929 (+3.5%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2015
$3,795 (+5.4%)
$230,000 + $153,711
$383,711
2014
$3,600 (+7.1%)
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2013
$3,362
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2012
$3,362 (+1.0%)
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
2011
$3,329
$211,875 + $152,774
$364,649
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,357
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0795.19 60 1051 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-10
Residential-10 District
R-10 allows single-unit living in a detached house, or tiny house, and twounit living in an attached house or townhouse or tiny house with a minimum lot size of 4,000 sq ft. Multi-unit living is also allowed in a townhouse or apartment. Smaller minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Smaller lot sizes as part of a conservation development or cottage court are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space. Smaller lot sizes as part of a conservation development or cottage court are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space.; Dimensional standards, maximum density, and allowed uses may be modified for the R- 10 district within the TOD overlay to enable transitoriented development.; R-10 allows single-unit living in a detached house, or tiny house and two-unit living in an attached house or tiny house with a minimum lot size of 4,000 sq ft. Multi-unit living is also allowed in a townhouse.; Smaller minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Additional building types, and smaller lot sizes as part of a conservation development or cottage court are allowed in exchange for preservingcommon open space.; Dimensional standards, maximum density, allowed building types, and allowed uses may be modified for the R-6 district within the TOD overlay or Frequent Transit Areas identified in the City’s Comprehensive Plan to enable transit oriented development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Oct 24, 2024 • Final
Residential alteration/repairs
Remove a load-bearing wall and add new cabinet space in the kitchen.
Kitchen
Remodel
Oct 17, 2024 • Final
Residential electrical sub-
Remove a load-bearing wall and add new cabinet space in the kitchen.
Kitchen
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Shower Only, Storage, Walk-In Shower
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Lacy
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Martin
High School: Wake - Broughton
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: Ridge Rd to Lake Boone Trail. Right on Dixie, left on Devonshire, right on Lorraine. Or, Glenwood to Lake Boone, to left on Dixie, left on Devonshire, right on Lorraine
Latitude: 35.810293
Longitude: -78.675666
Postal Code: 27607
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,357
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Wake County
APN: 0795.19 60 1051 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room, Main Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2024-12-20
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-10-25T13:18:55Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2024-08-23T13:21:42Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2024-10-25T01:31:18Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 899000.0
Around this home
Schools
Lacy Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Martin Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Needham Broughton High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
63% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$926,000 – $1.12M
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