Exceptionally unique opportunity to own a beautifully remodeled home that combines the character of an established property with the feel and finishes of a new home. Thoughtfully renovated in 2021 and 2022, the property has been transformed inside while maintaining the appeal of its classic Williamsburg charm. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property offers a peaceful retreat with excellent outdoor living, including a spacious screened porch and adjoining deck perfect for grilling and entertaining. The main level features an inviting eat-in kitchen and comfortable living spaces, while upstairs offers a beautiful primary suite and two additional bedrooms, each with walk-in closets. The basement provides a bonus room with a fireplace and full bathroom, and a two-car garage along with additional space for storage and everyday convenience. A truly special feature is the charming detached cottage, offering exceptional flexibility as an in-law suite, guest quarters, home office, or potential investment opportunity. The private cottage includes a bedroom, living room, kitchen, laundry, walk-in closet, and its own small deck overlooking the peaceful outdoor setting. Its thoughtful layout provides a comfortable and private space for extended family, guests, a home office, or additional income potential. With its extensive remodeling, versatile living spaces, exceptional outdoor areas, basement two-car garage, and fully equipped detached cottage, this is a rare property offering the best of modern convenience, privacy, and flexibility. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully improved, the property offers exceptional peace of mind with the roof, HVAC systems, water heather, and much of the electrical and plumbing replaced in 2021. A whole-house water Kinetico water filtration system provides added convenience, while a professionally engineered drainage system installed in 2023 further enhances the property's long-term functionality and care. ADU built in 2022. Considerable amount of new plumbing and electrical in main house in 2021. New HVAC units and hot water heater in 2021. New deck built on main house in 2021. Kinetico whole house water filtration system installed 2021.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$432Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Anna Ball Hodge• Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
Listed by Joseph Hodge• Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
Crabtree, located between Glenwood Avenue and Creedmoor Road, is a retail-forward and creekside Raleigh neighborhood with a major mall corridor and greenway pockets. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Crabtree Valley Mall complex at Glenwood Ave and Creedmoor Rd, where storefronts, hotels, and busy parking decks set a brisk, urban-suburban tempo. Crabtree Valley Mall anchors the district, while the North Carolina Museum of Art and its outdoor trails add a cultural counterpoint nearby. Mid-century subdivisions and newer mid-rise apartments share the landscape, shaped by wooded slopes and the bends of Crabtree Creek. The Crabtree Creek Trail threads behind shopping centers and office parks, linking daily errands with long, shaded walks. Traffic hum and tree cover coexist, giving the area a polished, practical feel.
Coley Forest. .. the convenience, the schools, the shopping & restaurants. .. not a better neighborhood out there. This well-maintained, older beauty is just waiting for your personal renovation touches to make it your own. On a cul de sac, with a daylight basement for that extra space you always need. If you hesitate at all on this one, it will be gone for sure.
Public Records
Dec 16, 1988
Sold
$216,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1979
Sold
$101,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,767 (+1.0%)
$665,000 + $565,042
$1,230,042
2024
$10,661 (+18.7%)
$665,000 + $565,042
$1,230,042
2023
$8,984 (+16.9%)
$665,000 + $557,920
$1,222,920
2022
$7,686 (+4.0%)
$380,000 + $377,126
$757,126
2021
$7,387 (+1.9%)
$380,000 + $377,126
$757,126
2020
$7,252 (−7.5%)
$380,000 + $377,126
$757,126
2019
$7,839 (+6.1%)
$380,000 + $377,126
$757,126
2018
$7,392 (+5.0%)
$300,000 + $374,698
$674,698
2017
$7,039 (+2.1%)
$300,000 + $374,698
$674,698
2016
$6,893 (−5.9%)
$300,000 + $374,698
$674,698
2015
$7,326 (+5.4%)
$300,000 + $374,698
$674,698
2014
$6,948 (+7.1%)
$400,500 + $305,147
$705,647
2013
$6,488
$400,500 + $305,147
$705,647
2012
$6,488 (+1.0%)
$400,500 + $305,147
$705,647
2011
$6,424
$400,500 + $305,147
$705,647
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,974
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,974
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0795.12 75 6664 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-4
Residential-4 District
Subject to the density restriction of 4 units per acre, R-4 allows single-unit living in a detached house with a minimum lot size of 10,000 sq ft.; Decreased minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Additional building types, smaller lot sizes and increased density as part of a conservation development are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Feb 17, 2023 • Final
Residential alteration/repairs
Remodel the kitchen, bathroom, family room, and laundry room. Construct a new deck and expand the screened porch.
Addition
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Feb 14, 2023 • Final
Residential electrical sub-
Remodel the kitchen, bathroom, family room, and laundry room. Construct a new deck and expand the screened porch.
Addition
Electrical
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.
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
55% 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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Historical weather
Raleigh, NC • 27612
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Raleigh. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3516 Ranlo Dr
$1,621,143
$74K under list price of $1.70M
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