8640 Swarthmore Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615

$475,000

Welcome to this beautifully updated home on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Harps Mill neighborhood of North Raleigh. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,789 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home blends timeless charm with modern comfort—perfect for everyday living and easy entertaining. From… Read More the moment you arrive, the inviting curb appeal sets the tone with a front porch, fresh landscaping, and mature trees that frame the property. Step inside to find a bright, open layout filled with so many thoughtful upgrades. The main level features luxury vinyl flooring, crown molding, and smooth ceilings throughout. At the heart of the home is a fully renovated kitchen, done in 2023, complete with quartz countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, and updated lighting. Just off the kitchen is a light-filled living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace with a charming surround overlooking the backyard, as well as the spacious formal dining room with plantation shutters that offer both elegance and privacy. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms including a generously sized primary suite that offers a relaxing retreat. The en suite bathroom has been stylishly renovated with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and modern finishes. Two additional bedrooms share an updated full bathroom, and the convenient upstairs laundry room adds ease to your daily routine. You'll also find new Andersen double-hung windows throughout the upper level, enhancing energy efficiency and natural light. This home has been upgraded with fresh paint throughout, brand new carpet throughout, updated lighting fixtures, and improvements to both the front and back outdoor spaces. Outdoor living is just as enjoyable with a refreshed deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, providing a private space for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing in the shade. The yard is landscaped and ready for pets, gardening, or play. A two-car attached garage and additional driveway space offer parking for up to four vehicles. Located within Raleigh city limits and just minutes from I-540, this home offers quick access to North Raleigh's best shopping, dining, parks, and schools. Even better—there's no HOA fees! Whether you're sipping coffee on the front porch, hosting dinner parties in the formal dining room, or enjoying weekend barbecues on the back deck, this home checks every box for comfort, style, and location. Don't miss the opportunity to make this move-in-ready North Raleigh home your own! Read Less

Courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC, Chris Gorman.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 22, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,789

Lot Size

0.17 Acres

Year Built

1993

MLS Number

10104187

30 Days Snapshot Of 27615

$264k

+27%

(avg) sold price

homes sold

-48%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Microwave", "Range", "Stainless Steel Appliance(s)"

Basement

Basement: "Crawl Space"

Building

Building Area Total: 1789, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick", "Masonite", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 1789, Structure Type: "House", Year Built: 1993

Community

Community Features: None

Cooling

Cooling: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Central Air", Cooling Included

Doors

Features: "Sliding Doors"

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Fenced Yard", "Permeable Paving", "Rain Gutters", Patio And Porch Features: "Front Porch"

Fence

Fencing: "Back Yard", "Fenced", "Privacy", "Wood"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: "Living Room"

Floors

Flooring: "Carpet", "Laminate", "Vinyl"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Permanent"

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: "Fireplace(s)", "Natural Gas", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Kitchen Island", "Quartz Counters", "Smooth Ceilings"

Laundry

Features: "Laundry Room", "Upper Level"

Lot

Lot Features: "Cul-De-Sac", "Landscaped", Lot Size Acres: 0.17, Lot Size Area: 7405.2, Lot Size Square Feet: 7405.2, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 1717981409

Parking

Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Roof

Roof: "Shingle"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 3602.32

Utilities

Water Source: "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Shutters"

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