Welcome to 401 Marlowe Road, an English Country Estate of unparalleled luxury, meticulously crafted by Dougher Development Company and designed by the renowned Carter Skinner. This executive residence exudes elegance and sophistication while seamlessly merging traditional design with the modern open concept. Bespoke chef's kitchen is a masterpiece with professional grade appliances, true custom cabinetry, dual center islands, separate scullery/prep kitchen, and Butlers Pantry. The main floor owner's suite offers a private retreat with one of four masonry fireplaces, a spa bath, and dual closets. Dual studys, staircases, and laundry rooms, in addition to an elevator shaft and three-car garage, add to this home's functionality. Unrivaled covered outdoor living with an outdoor kitchen overlooking a custom designed swimming pool. The second floor features 4 oversized private ensuite bedrooms and a large bonus room. Get involved now to select all design selections!
Glenwood, located between Downtown Raleigh and Five Points, is a residential and entertainment Raleigh neighborhood with a nightlife corridor and leafy side streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Glenwood Avenue near the Glenwood South strip, where patios, cocktail bars, late-night bites, and small galleries line the sidewalks. Historic bungalows and brick apartment buildings sit a few blocks from newer mid-rises, giving the streetscape a layered, urban feel. Fred Fletcher Park adds shaded lawns and walking paths that soften the edges of the commercial blocks. The Rialto Theatre and The Pour House Music Hall anchor the calendar with live shows. On weekends, the sidewalks read like a moving street scene, while the interior blocks stay quieter.
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Market insights
401 Marlowe Rd · $6,995,000
DAYS ON MARKET
736 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.7%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$6,995,000
Median list price in this area is $516,248. (93% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Bathtub/shower combination
Bookcases
Breakfast bar
Built-in features
Butler's pantry
Cathedral and vaulted ceilings
Ceiling fans
Chandelier
Crown molding
Dual closets
Eat-in kitchen
Entrance foyer
High ceilings
Kitchen island
Open floorplan
Pantry
Primary bedroom on main level
Quartz counters
Recessed lighting
Separate shower
Smooth ceilings
Soaking tub
Stone counters
Storage
Walk-in closet(s)
Walk-in shower
Water closet
Wet bar
Wired for data and sound
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms total
1 bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
6 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Separate showers and soaking tubs where noted
Water closet
Kitchen
Built-in gas range and built-in refrigerator
Built-in freezer
Convection oven and double wall oven
Range and range hood
Wall oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Ice maker (plumbed)
Instant hot water
Self-cleaning oven
Stainless steel appliances
Wine cooler/wine refrigerator
Butler's pantry
Kitchen island
Quartz and stone counters
Eat-in kitchen
Laundry & utility
Laundry room on main level and additional laundry location upstairs
Washer and dryer hookups
Electric dryer hookup
Laundry sink
Multiple laundry locations
Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet
Ceramic tile and tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling
Electric and natural gas heating options
Forced air and heat pump
Zoned heating and cooling
Fireplaces provide supplemental heat
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Covered front, rear and side porches
Patio/porch areas including front and rear porches
Fenced backyard with private yard
Outdoor kitchen and gas grill
Outdoor lighting
Rain gutters
Smart irrigation
In-ground heated gunite pool with tile finish (private)
No spa
Adaptable for elevator and aging-in-place features
Level flooring
Home design
Site-built house
Two levels
New construction / under construction
No common walls
Parking
Attached garage with garage door opener
Garage faces side
Concrete driveway
Total parking for 6 vehicles (3 garage spaces plus 3 open spaces)
Kitchen-level access
Security
Wired for sound and data (infrastructure for smart systems)
Construction
Brick, brick veneer and fiber cement (HardiPlank-type) exterior
Architectural shingle and metal roof
Brick/mortar permanent foundation
Built by Dougher Development Company
Approximately 7,110 living area (above grade)
Utilities
Public water and public sewer
Electricity connected and natural gas connected
Sewer and water connected
Cable and phone available
Underground utilities
Septic not available
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Community features include street lights and suburban setting
Other
Lot is approximately 0.6 acre
City street frontage on a publicly maintained asphalt road
Directions: Exit Beltline to Six Forks North. Left onto Lassiter Mill, Right onto Marlowe Road.
Electricity and solar
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Drewry Hills & Marlowe Rd! Brick Ranch with Lower Level, 3500 Total Ft. , 5 BR, 3 Baths, .6 AC lot backing up to Crabtree Creek (Floor plain partially), Either renovation or possible teardown as Home needs TLC, has Great Bones! Quick Close, Seller possible rent back for few months. ..
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,419 (+0.4%)
$1,080,000
2024
$9,380 (+11.1%)
$1,080,000
2023
$8,439 (+7.6%)
$1,080,000 + $101,039
$1,181,039
2022
$7,840 (+4.0%)
$630,000 + $142,394
$772,394
2021
$7,535 (+1.9%)
$630,000 + $142,394
$772,394
2020
$7,398 (−4.4%)
$630,000 + $142,394
$772,394
2019
$7,739 (+6.1%)
$630,000 + $142,394
$772,394
2018
$7,297 (+5.0%)
$540,000 + $126,058
$666,058
2017
$6,949 (+2.1%)
$540,000 + $126,058
$666,058
2016
$6,805 (−11.7%)
$540,000 + $126,058
$666,058
2015
$7,708 (+5.4%)
$540,000 + $126,058
$666,058
2014
$7,310 (+7.1%)
$326,700 + $415,832
$742,532
2013
$6,826
$326,700 + $415,832
$742,532
2012
$6,826 (+1.0%)
$326,700 + $415,832
$742,532
2011
$6,758
$326,700 + $415,832
$742,532
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Wake County
APN
1705.15 54 9731 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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
Dec 9, 2023 • Final
Eng - stormwater control - stormwater control 2
Demolish an existing single-family home.
Demolition
Dec 9, 2023 • Final
Urban forestry - tree impact
Install protection for existing trees located in the right of way along the road.
Grading
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
51% 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
42/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 401 Marlowe Rd
$6,669,558
$325K under list price of $7.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.7M to $5.3M.