1009 Bentham Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614Stately and spacious, this elegant residence in prestigious Sheffield Manor offers the perfect blend of comfort, versatility, and luxurious living on a serene 1.26-acre cul-de-sac lot. Step into the grand foyer and be welcomed by formal living and dining rooms—ideal for entertaining—both graced with rich architectural details and one of the home's three fireplaces. The large, light-filled rooms throughout offer comfort and flexibility, including a main-level primary suite with spa-like bath, generous closets, and easy access to the first-floor laundry. The expansive finished basement is an entertainer's dream or perfect for multi-generational living. It includes a second kitchen, a large family/media room, a fitness room, a sixth bedroom or study, a ground-floor bar, and a half bath that could easily be converted into a full in-law suite with the addition of a shower. A separate lower-level garage—part of the home's rare four-car garage layout—includes a shop area with built-in workbench, ideal for hobbyists or additional storage needs. Enjoy the best of outdoor living with a brand-new deck overlooking a private backyard oasis featuring a stone patio with built-in gas grill, a charming gazebo nestled in the woods, and a tranquil creek at the rear of the property. With no chance of future development behind the home, your peaceful, wooded view is protected for years to come. Additional highlights include spacious bedrooms with large closets, three total fireplaces, a circular driveway, and unbeatable curb appeal. Located in highly sought-after Sheffield Manor, residents enjoy a fabulous lifestyle with access to a clubhouse, pool, and tennis courts—all with low HOA fees and just minutes from North Raleigh's premier shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. This extraordinary home checks every box for luxury, privacy, and functionality—schedule your private showing today!
$1,300,000
5 bedrooms
3 full, 2 half bathrooms
1.26 acres
5,390 square feet
$241 per square foot
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1996
- NeighborhoodSheffield Manor
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Brassfield
- Middle SchoolWake - West Millbrook
- High SchoolWake - Millbrook
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- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement
- Exterior Features Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Gas Grill
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 1.26
- Other Structures Second Garage, Gazebo, Storage
- Parking Features Attached, Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- Patio And Porch Features Deck, Patio, Front Porch, Porch, Covered
- Pool Features Association
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 4,034
- Appliances Double Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water Heater, Oven, Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Microwave, Built-In Gas Range
- Basement Heated, Finished, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Apartment, Daylight, Walk-Out Access, Exterior Entry
- Below Grade Finished Area 1,356
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Basement
- Fireplaces Total 3
- Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Chandelier, Wet Bar, Double Vanity, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate Shower, Central Vacuum, Cedar Closet(s), Master Downstairs, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Smooth Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, High Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Storage, Bar
- Laundry Features Main Level, Laundry Room
- Rooms Total 13
- Association Amenities Pool, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse
- Association Fee Frequency Annually
- Association Fee Includes Unknown
- Association Y/N Yes
- Community Features Pool, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse
- Lot Features Many Trees, Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Private
- Tax Annual Amount 6951.3
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1996
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