Classic 1970s Colonial with Timeless Character in North Ridge Step back in time to an era of true craftsmanship and timeless design with this original-owner Colonial, a genuine treasure built in 1970. The year of bell bottoms, Polaroid cameras, and the Jackson 5’s debut lives on in this home’s enduring charm — large rooms, traditional layout. This six-bedroom residence offers generous living and entertaining spaces, a formal living room and dining room, and a classic enclosed kitchen—perfect for those who appreciate the tradition of a cook’s workspace tucked away from the bustle of gatherings. Upstairs you’ll find spacious bedrooms with ample storage, while the fully finished third floor provides a complete additional living area—ideal for a guest suite, recreation room, or private office. While the sellers understand that modern tastes have evolved, they hope to find a buyer who values the home’s solid bones, classic Colonial architecture, and potential to blend 1970s charm with today’s style and design. Set on one of the largest lots—nearly 0.83 acres, nestled in Raleigh’s desirable North Ridge community, now home to million-dollar residences and a premier golf course, this property sits on a mature, tree-filled lot offers a rare combination of space, privacy, and mature landscaping that reflects the neighborhood’s original beauty. While the sellers recognize that modern tastes have evolved, they hope to find a buyer who values the home’s solid bones, character, and potential to blend classic Colonial architecture with today’s style. Home is being sold “as is. ”
North Ridge, located between Falls of Neuse Road and Six Forks Road, is a residential and golf-oriented Raleigh neighborhood with rolling fairways and wooded cul-de-sacs. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the North Ridge Country Club entrance on Falls of Neuse Road, where manicured greens, tennis courts, and a steady rhythm of carts set the tone. Architectural lines lean toward brick traditionals and updated ranches, often set back behind mature trees. Greenway links and pocket parks shape a walk-and-ride routine through the canopy. North Ridge Country Club and the nearby Shelley Lake loop act as familiar gathering backdrops for weekends and weekday resets.
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Market insights
7905 Harps Mill Rd · $850,000
DAYS ON MARKET
105 days
The average home goes pending in 33 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$850,000
Median sale price in this area is $563,443. (34% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
3 price drops
29% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Storage, Tile Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, Gas Range
Flooring: Hardwood
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Front Porch
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size : 0
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.83
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity and solar
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Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Longleaf Pine Realtors
Sale and tax history for 7905 Harps Mill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 13, 2026
Sold
$825,000
$201/sq ft
LPRMLS #752701
Feb 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 18, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 18, 2026
Price Changed
$850,000
$207/sq ft
Jan 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 3, 2026
Price Changed
$1,000,000
$244/sq ft
Nov 11, 2025
Price Changed
$1,200,000
$292/sq ft
Oct 27, 2025
Listed
$1,500,000
$365/sq ft
TMLS #1951026
May 27, 2014
Listed
$800,000
$195/sq ft
May 27, 2014
Listing Removed
—
TMLS #1613355
May 31, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jul 24, 2008
Listed
$669,000
$163/sq ft
TMLS #862428
Nov 25, 2009
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2006
Listed
$749,900
$183/sq ft
TMLS #1601740
Jul 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2008
Listed
$699,000
$170/sq ft
TMLS #882778
Jul 23, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2006
Listed
$699,900
$170/sq ft
TMLS #827599
Feb 4, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 5, 2005
Listed
$749,000
$182/sq ft
TMLS #786762
May 30, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Feb 20, 2005
Listed
$799,900
$195/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 1998
Sold
$100,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,116 (+0.4%)
$378,000 + $332,054
$710,054
2024
$3,103 (+40.1%)
$378,000 + $332,054
$710,054
2023
$2,214 (+7.6%)
$378,000 + $332,054
$710,054
2022
$2,058 (+4.0%)
$200,000 + $202,636
$402,636
2021
$1,979 (+1.8%)
$200,000 + $202,636
$402,636
2020
$1,943 (−11.1%)
$200,000 + $202,636
$402,636
2019
$2,186 (+6.0%)
$200,000 + $202,636
$402,636
2018
$2,062 (+5.0%)
$135,000 + $238,722
$373,722
2017
$1,964 (+2.1%)
$135,000 + $238,722
$373,722
2016
$1,923 (−1.1%)
$135,000 + $238,722
$373,722
2015
$1,944 (−47.0%)
$135,000 + $238,722
$373,722
2014
$3,669 (+11.7%)
$135,000 + $236,713
$371,713
2013
$3,286
$135,000 + $221,266
$356,266
2012
$3,286 (+1.0%)
$135,000 + $221,266
$356,266
2011
$3,253
$135,000 + $221,266
$356,266
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,275
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,275
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1717.06 49 6112 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R-6
Residential-6 District
R-6 allows single-unit living in a detached house, or tiny house and two-unit living in an attached house or townhouse or tiny house with a minimum lot size of 6,000 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 preserving common 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
Jan 28, 2025 • Final
Residential change out hvac
Replace a gas furnace located in the attic that serves the second floor of a residential building.
HVAC
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
62% 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
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Raleigh. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 7905 Harps Mill Rd
$935,214
$85K over list price of $850K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $871K to $1.9M.