SoldJul 7, 2026

Listed by Jim Allen from Howard Perry & Walston Realtor

Source: Triangle MLS, Inc. #10171647

12209 Galway Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27613

$875,000

5
4
7
4664 sq. ft.
44431.2 sq. ft.

SingleFam

•

4 days on the market

Sold: Jul 7, 2026

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About this property

Welcome to 12209 Galway Drive, a thoughtfully designed custom home originally built as the builder's personal residence. Nestled on a private one-acre cul-de-sac homesite in the highly sought-after Sussex Acres community of North Raleigh, this exceptional property offers outstanding flexibility, expansion potential, and room to create the lifestyle you've envisioned. With ample space for a future in-ground pool, detached garage, workshop, additional outbuilding, or expanded outdoor living areas, the possibilities are truly rare to find. Enjoy the convenience of community water and sewer service along with the added benefit of no city taxes. Offering 5-bedrooms, 3.5-baths, a 3-car garage, and 4,665 square feet of finished living space, this home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, quality construction, abundant storage, and remarkable versatility throughout. Beyond the finished living areas, buyers will appreciate the extensive unfinished workshop and storage space in the lower level, offering tremendous potential for hobbyists, woodworkers, fitness space, home business needs, future expansion, or additional customized living areas. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring an abundance of custom Alder wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a large center island, stainless steel appliances, double wall ovens, a smooth-top cooktop, and a tile backsplash with decorative accents. A double-basin sink overlooks the private wooded backyard, while a built-in wine rack and built-in desk add both charm and functionality. The adjacent dining area is filled with natural light and features French doors that open to the outdoor living spaces. The spacious owner's suite provides a peaceful retreat with natural-finish bamboo flooring, large windows overlooking the wooded setting, and a generous walk-in closet. The en-suite bath offers an oversized dual-sink vanity, soaking tub with a glass block window, separate shower, and abundant storage. The inviting family room features soaring vaulted ceilings, red oak hardwood floors, custom built-in bookcases, and a gas fireplace accented by a beautiful wood mantel and stone surround, creating a warm and welcoming gathering space. Designed with future multigenerational living in mind, the fully finished walk-out lower level includes plumbing rough-ins for a future kitchenette and the potential for separate driveway access, creating an ideal opportunity for an in-law suite, guest quarters, private living area, or extended stay accommodations. The home's flexible layout allows buyers to easily adapt the spaces to fit changing lifestyle needs for years to come. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with an expansive rear deck featuring a new treated wood floor that provides the perfect setting for dining, grilling, and entertaining while overlooking the private wooded backyard. A covered porch offers a shaded retreat and peaceful place to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings year-round. The expansive homesite also provides ample usable space for future recreational amenities, including a pool, detached garage, garden, workshop, or additional outdoor entertaining areas. This remarkable custom home combines exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, flexible living spaces, workshop and expansion potential, abundant storage, and a private setting that is increasingly difficult to find in North Raleigh. A rare opportunity to own a quality-built custom residence with room to grow, entertain, create, and enjoy for years to come. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything 12209 Galway Drive has to offer. *The 706 sq ft bonus room was professionally finished but not permitted and is included in the total square footage.

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