Incredible departure from the ordinary in the middle of coveted North Ridge. This home features designer touches yet provides for cozy and comfortable living. Upon entering in the foyer you will note the study with built in bookshelves and library ladder. The spacious dining room easily fits an oversized table and will surely provide memorable dinner parties and views of the vibrant blooming side yard in spring. The well appointed kitchen with center island opens to family room with new top of the line gas log fireplace. There is endless possibilities for outdoor entertaining in the screened porch with vaulted tongue in groove ceiling, opening to the deck and patio with novelty lighting and feature tree uplighting. Upstairs you will find the large primary bedroom with floating bedside cabinets, walk in closet and private luxury bath. Generous size bedrooms throughout. With two staircases the rear staircase leads to the fifth bedroom/bonus room is one of two oversized bonus spaces which is perfect for multi use. The laundry room is complete with built in ironing board, utility sink and drying racks. The finished third floor provides more living space for crafting, game room or office use. You will not lack for storage in the oversize garage that easily fits two cars, Trucks and SUVs, huge pantry and third floor walk in attic. The property is fenced on both sides and in the rear with remote control gate at the driveway for your private oasis complete with hedges, beautiful flowering plants & landscaping that includes remote control irrigation & drip lines, mature trees and up lighting. Roof (2013) HVAC (2021,2022, Furnace/ AirHandler in 2021 all with annual check & tuneups maintained) Recessed lighting(2021) Landscaping, Grading & Drainage (2022) Wi-Fi Irrigation(2022)Tankless WaterHeater(2022) Fence & Automatic Gate (2022)
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brian Wolborsky• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Raleigh Falls of Neuse
Bought with Frank DeRonja• Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
Bought with Patricia Denz• Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
Classic brick home on 1/4 acre corner lot in exclusive North Ridge! Downstairs has a custom library/office, open plan kitchen, breakfast nook, formal dining room, living room, and two car garage. Upstairs you have five bedrooms (or four and a bonus) and two bathrooms, third floor spacious finished attic with storage in an huge unfinished area. Charming screened in porch and a deck-perfect for entertaining all year round. 9 ft ceilings, new hwoods, walkable streets - must see!
TMLS #2187543
Sep 17, 2018
Sold
$593,000
$143/sq ft
Aug 5, 2018
Contingent
—
Jul 21, 2018
Price Changed
$599,000
$144/sq ft
Jun 18, 2018
Price Changed
$619,000
$149/sq ft
Jun 5, 2018
Price Changed
$629,999
$151/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Relisted
—
Apr 26, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 17, 2018
Listed
$637,500
$153/sq ft
+20
Prime location in desirable North Ridge! Truly one of the most centrally located areas in Raleigh. Timeless floor plan w/ a formal dining, kitchen w/ large granite island, SS GE Profile appliances, 2 pantries, 2 staircases & ample storage. Spacious M Bedrm & bath w dbl shower, walk in closets. 3rd story game rm w/ lots of storage, laundry room, sunroom w/ skylights, lg deck & gazebo, over sized garage w/ shelving. Includes a manicured lawn w/ irrigation & gutter guards. Flowers year-round. A Must See!!
TMLS #496551
Jun 15, 1999
Sold
$330,000
$79/sq ft
Jun 15, 1999
Sold
$330,000
$79/sq ft
Nov 7, 1998
Listed
$339,900
$82/sq ft
Nov 7, 1998
Listed
$339,900
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,551 (+0.4%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2024
$8,515 (+27.0%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2023
$6,707 (+7.6%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2022
$6,232 (+4.0%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2021
$5,989 (+1.9%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2020
$5,880 (+5.1%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2019
$5,594 (+11.6%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2018
$5,013 (+5.0%)
$148,750 + $332,188
$480,938
2017
$4,774 (+2.1%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2016
$4,676 (−5.6%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2015
$4,952 (+5.5%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2014
$4,696 (+7.1%)
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2013
$4,386
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2012
$4,386 (+1.0%)
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2011
$4,343
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
Tax history for 7520 Rainwater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,551 (+0.4%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2024
$8,515 (+27.0%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2023
$6,707 (+7.6%)
$432,000 + $546,167
$978,167
2022
$6,232 (+4.0%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2021
$5,989 (+1.9%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2020
$5,880 (+5.1%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2019
$5,594 (+11.6%)
$148,000 + $465,499
$613,499
2018
$5,013 (+5.0%)
$148,750 + $332,188
$480,938
2017
$4,774 (+2.1%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2016
$4,676 (−5.6%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2015
$4,952 (+5.5%)
$148,750 + $308,276
$457,026
2014
$4,696 (+7.1%)
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2013
$4,386
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2012
$4,386 (+1.0%)
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
2011
$4,343
$208,250 + $268,096
$476,346
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
16,117
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
4,161
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1717.07 77 2920 000
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Dec 14, 2025.
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
Nov 17, 2026 • Active
Residential alteration/repairs
Add walls and fixtures to create a new bathroom within the existing heated space. Move a non-load bearing wall to enlarge the laundry room.
Bathroom
Remodel
Feb 25, 2026 • Final
Residential electrical sub-
Add walls and fixtures to create a new bathroom within the existing heated space. Move a non-load bearing wall to enlarge the laundry room.
Bathroom
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
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad, Side By Side
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Whirlpool Tub