5101 Makena Drive
Raleigh, NC 27615This stunning executive-style retreat, perfectly situated in a prime location that offers both convenience and tranquility. This home offers unparalleled connectivity. Enjoy rapid access to the I-540 loop, making travel across the Triangle effortless. The location is ideal for busy professionals and travelers alike, providing a short drive to Research Triangle Park (RTP) and to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). From the moment you step through the front door, you'll be captivated by the thoughtful design and refined details throughout. A stylish sitting room—perfect as a reading nook or home office—features elegant French doors and opens directly to the main-level primary suite. This serene sanctuary leads to a beautiful screened-in porch, ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or winding down with a good book. Designed with entertaining in mind, the formal dining room flows seamlessly into the open-concept family room, where expansive windows frame picturesque views of the peaceful backyard. The gourmet kitchen and cozy breakfast nook overlook a charming keeping room with a fireplace—your perfect place to relax at the start or end of your day. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a versatile bonus room, and an expansive walk-in attic offering more storage than you could imagine. The home also features a crawl space with a UV light system on the AC for enhanced air quality and efficiency. Just off the kitchen is a perfectly sized laundry room, while the oversized garage and additional outdoor storage provide ample space for all your tools, gear, and gardening essentials. No detail was overlooked in this beautifully crafted home. Nestled in a quiet, country-like setting with NO CITY TAXES—yet just moments from shopping and dining—this is where elegance meets ease. Welcome home.
$825,000
4 bedrooms
2 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.93 acres
3,057 square feet
$270 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials HardiPlank Type
- Exterior Features Storage, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Wood
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.93
- Other Parking driveway
- Parking Features Parking Pad, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Off Street, Outside, Garage Faces Side, Attached, Additional Parking, Garage, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Screened
- Pool Features None
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 3,057
- Appliances Water Heater, Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Softener, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener Owned
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet
- Heating Central
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Master Downstairs, Double Vanity, Separate Shower, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Water Closet, Bathtub Only, Central Vacuum, Room Over Garage, Eat-in Kitchen, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Shower Only, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 10
- Association Amenities Other
- Association Fee Frequency Annually
- Association Fee Includes None
- Association Y/N Yes
- Builder Name Westwind Builders
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Back Yard
- Tax Annual Amount 4005.45
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1999
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1999
- NeighborhoodHenley
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Baileywick
- Middle SchoolWake - West Millbrook
- High SchoolWake - Millbrook
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW. © 2025 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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