6719 Valley Lake Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612

$679,000

Some homes are simply lived in. This one has been deeply loved. For 33 years, the same family has tended to every detail of this timeless brick ranch, and it shows in every corner, every carefully chosen planting, and every room filled with decades of cherished memories. Nestled in the… Read More heart of Raleigh on a breathtaking wooded lot, this is the kind of home that captivates you the moment you arrive. Hardwood floors flow throughout the entire main level, tons of natural sunlight that pours through the windows. The layout is both spacious and functional, featuring an entry foyer, a large formal living room, a formal dining room perfect for gathering loved ones, a well thought out kitchen with a generous breakfast nook, and a welcoming family room anchored by a beautiful painted masonry fireplace with classic built-ins on either side. Mornings here begin with coffee on the large screened-in porch, overlooking a private backyard oasis where the sellers spent years planting flowers, trees, and lush greenery that make this lot feel like a true retreat from the world. The kitchen offers abundant cabinet storage and a sink positioned to look out over the serene backyard. New light fixtures add a fresh touch throughout. Three bedrooms and 2 full baths round out the main level, giving the next owners a wonderful foundation to put their own personal stamp on. The kitchen and bathrooms are ready for your vision, offering a rare and exciting opportunity to customize the space exactly to your taste and style. Permanent stairs lead to a basement brimming with possibility. A large laundry room with a utility sink, a full bath, generous flex spaces that could easily become a separate apartment or in-law suite, a room that could serve as a fourth bedroom, office, or bonus area, and a massive storage closet perfect for holiday decor, luggage, etc. A little more love and attention here will go a long way toward making this space everything you need it to be. Outside, a 2-car carport sits on a spacious driveway, charming walking paths, and small seating areas are tucked throughout the yard, inviting you to slow down and enjoy the beauty around you. The sellers have been proactive in preparing this home for its next chapter. The roof was replaced in 2021, the furnace in 2024, and the water heater in 2025. They have also obtained a quote from Sedaris Hardwood Floors and are willing to credit buyers for refinishing the entire main level hardwoods with strong offers. Lynn Road Elementary is right across the street, and everything North Raleigh has to offer is just minutes away. But at the end of the day, you will always come home to the quiet, the trees, and the peace of your own private oasis. This home has been given 33 years of love. It is ready to give the next family 33 more. Read Less

Courtesy of Luxe Residential, LLC, Jenny Hensley.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 12, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,909

Lot Size

0.73 Acres

Year Built

1965

MLS Number

10173251

30 Days Snapshot Of 27612

$295k

(avg) sold price

(avg) days on market

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Property Access

Road Surface Type: "Asphalt"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Built-In Electric Oven", "Convection Oven", "Cooktop", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Down Draft", "Dryer", "Electric Cooktop", "Electric Oven", "Exhaust Fan", "Free-Standing Refrigerator", "Ice Maker", "Induction Cooktop", "Instant Hot Water", "Microwave", "Oven", "Plumbed For Ice Maker", "Refrigerator", "Self Cleaning Oven", "Smart Appliance(s)", "Stainless Steel Appliance(s)", "Vented Exhaust Fan", "Washer", "Water Heater"

Basement

Basement: "Apartment", "Concrete", "Exterior Entry", "Finished", "French Drain", "Heated", "Interior Entry", "Storage Space", "Sump Pump", "Walk-Out Access"

Building

Building Area Total: 2909, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick", "Concrete", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 2909, Other Structures: "None", Structure Type: "Site Built", Year Built: 1965

Community

Community Features: Fishing, Lake, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)

Cooling

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Garden", "Private Entrance", "Rain Gutters", "Smart Camera(s)/Recording", "Storage", Patio And Porch Features: "Covered", "Enclosed", "Front Porch", "Porch", "Screened"

Fence

Fencing: "None"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: "Family Room", "Fireplace Screen", "Gas", "Gas Log", "Gas Starter", "Glass Doors", "Raised Hearth", "Stone"

Floors

Flooring: "Hardwood"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Concrete", "Block"

Heating

Heating: "Fireplace(s)", "Heat Pump", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Bathtub/Shower Combination", "Bookcases", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Chandelier", "Crown Molding", "Dual Closets", "Eat-in Kitchen", "High Speed Internet", "Laminate Counters", "Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures", "Master Downstairs", "Separate Shower", "Smart Thermostat", "Walk-In Closet(s)"

Laundry

Features: "Electric Dryer Hookup", "In Basement", "Inside", "Laundry Room", "Lower Level", "Sink"

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Gentle Sloping", "Hardwood Trees", "Landscaped", "Many Trees", "Native Plants", "Near Public Transit", "Private", "Rectangular Lot", "Secluded", "Views", "Wooded", Lot Size Acres: 0.73, Lot Size Area: 31798.8, Lot Size Dimensions: 130 x 220 x 173 x 198, Lot Size Square Feet: 31798.8, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 0797827796

Parking

Parking Features: Carport, Concrete, Driveway, On Site, On Street, 1 carport space, Carport Included, Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: "Neighborhood", "Trees/Woods", Zoning: R-4

Roof

Roof: "Shingle"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 4661.52

Utilities

Utilities: "Electricity Connected", "Sewer Connected", "Water Connected", Water Source: "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Blinds", "Screens", "Storm Window(s)", "Wood Frames"

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