Welcome to 1517 Old Clayton Road, where you can enjoy a little more space, flexibility, and breathing room—all just a convenient drive from Downtown Raleigh! Situated on . 69 acres with no city taxes and no restrictive covenants, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a versatile 1.5-story layout with a sought-after main-floor primary suite. Neutral, tasteful finishes throughout make this home feel warm and welcoming. The family room features a fireplace and wood-look laminate flooring, while the kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a custom tile backsplash, and an adjoining breakfast area. The main level also includes laundry and a convenient half bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an unfinished walk-in attic providing valuable storage space. Outside, mature trees, established landscaping, and a private backyard create a peaceful setting, with a spacious deck for outdoor enjoyment. There's plenty of room for vehicles and storage with a one-car garage, two-car carport, detached storage shed and generous additional parking—potentially ideal for an RV, boat or recreational vehicles. Private well with water filtration system and recently replaced well pump. Enjoy the freedom of a spacious homesite and peaceful surroundings without sacrificing convenience—shopping, eateries, health care and recreation are all nearby, including the new Target shopping center just minutes away.
BRIGHT & CHARMING! 1ST FLOOR MASTER SUITE, EAT-IN KITCHEN AND COZY LIVING ROOM W/ MASONRY FIREPLACE! 2' WOOD BLINDS THRUOUT 1ST FLOOR! SMOOTH CEILINGS THRUOUT! 2 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS UP! LARGE STORAGE ROOM OVER THE GARAGE HAS ACCESS FROM UPSTAIRS BR! BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPING AND LARGE, LEVEL LOT! EXTERIOR PAINTED SUMMER 2001!
TMLS #2288160
Dec 12, 2019
Sold
$185,000
$153/sq ft
Nov 14, 2019
Pending
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Nov 8, 2019
Listed
$184,000
$152/sq ft
+20
This Willow Spring two-story home offers a wood-burning fireplace, kitchen breakfast bar, open patio, septic tank, and a one-car garage.
Public Records
Nov 4, 2019
Sold
$162,000
$134/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 12, 2002
Sold
$111,500
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 1996
Sold
$89,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,868 (+3.0%)
$85,000 + $203,960
$288,960
2024
$1,814 (+57.9%)
$85,000 + $203,960
$288,960
2023
$1,149 (+7.8%)
$85,000 + $203,960
$288,960
2022
$1,066 (+2.7%)
$28,000 + $116,834
$144,834
2021
$1,038 (+1.7%)
$28,000 + $116,834
$144,834
2020
$1,021 (+8.8%)
$28,000 + $116,834
$144,834
2019
$938 (+8.6%)
$28,000 + $116,834
$144,834
2018
$864 (+5.4%)
$28,000 + $84,443
$112,443
2017
$819 (+2.1%)
$28,000 + $84,443
$112,443
2016
$803 (−4.7%)
$28,000 + $84,443
$112,443
2015
$843 (+5.4%)
$28,000 + $84,443
$112,443
2014
$800 (+6.9%)
$34,000 + $84,619
$118,619
2013
$748
$34,000 + $84,619
$118,619
2012
$748
$34,000 + $84,619
$118,619
2011
$748
$34,000 + $84,619
$118,619
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,060
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,060
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0696.01 17 1250 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
R-30
Residential-30 District
The R-30 districts are known as non-watershed residential districts. These districts allow a range of very-low to moderate-density residential development and various building forms, depending on the specific district. A limited number of nonresidential uses are also allowed. Some nonresidential uses are permitted by-right; others are allowed only within designated activity centers and then only if the Board of Adjustment first reviews and approves a site plan and Special Use Permit for such use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
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
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Willow Spring, NC • 27592
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1517 Old Clayton Rd
$310,865
$965 over list price of $310K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $200K to $405K.