Glass. Trees. Privacy. Repeat. Tucked into 1.42 wooded acres in North Raleigh, this contemporary retreat feels less like a subdivision home and more like a private modern hideaway built around light, nature, and space to breathe. With 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 4,551 sqr ft, 12308 Dolans Way delivers the kind of indoor/outdoor living buyers chase--but rarely find executed this well. The entire back of the house practically disappears into the landscape thanks to upper windows and oversized sliding glass doors that stretch across the main level. Light pours through the family room, dining room, kitchen, and primary suite, while wooded views replace the usual lineup of neighboring windows. Step outside to the new wraparound rear and side deck and you immediately understand the vibe: coffee in the trees, quiet evenings under string lights, kids playing in the sunny grassy side yard near the kitchen, and enough privacy to forget you're still in Raleigh. The main living spaces flow naturally together, anchored by soaring ceilings, a dramatic fireplace, and walls of glass that keep the outdoors constantly in view. The kitchen feels connected to the outdoors as much as the home itself, with oversized slider access to the deck and direct sightlines to the sunny side yard. Expansive prep space. New countertops and backsplash. Under-cabinet lighting. High-end Miele double ovens. It's the kind of space that works just as well for slow mornings with coffee and sunlight pouring in as it does for hosting a full house for the weekend. The main-level primary suite feels like its own private wing with deck access, wooded views, a large walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and updated finishes. A dedicated office on the main floor feels genuinely tucked away--ideal for work calls without hearing the rest of the house. Upstairs, the loft-style landing overlooks the main living area below, allowing the expansive rear wall of glass to pull natural light deep within both levels of the home. The layout separates the secondary bedrooms for added privacy, connected by the open loft instead of a tight hallway. Both bedrooms feature dual walk-in closets, and the upstairs bath includes a well-appointed dual-sink vanity with a recently updated countertop. Downstairs, the home shifts into full retreat mode. Oversized sliders bring natural light and wooded views into a lower level that feels more like a private guest residence than a basement. A second stone fireplace anchors the recreation room, while the wet bar sets the stage for movie nights, game days, and long weekends with guests. The lower level also includes a gym/flex room, office/library space, guest suite with full bath, built-ins, multiple gathering areas, and a massive unfinished storage area with exterior access ready for a workshop, studio, golf simulator, or future expansion. Fresh paint, new carpet, updated lighting, serviced sliders, insulated garage doors with updated openers, whole-house Aquasana filtration, UV purification, steam humidifier integration, and advanced HVAC humidity control add substance behind the style. Enjoy the privacy of North Raleigh living with quick access to Falls Lake, Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve, Lafayette Village, RTP, RDU Airport, Six Forks Station, and I-540. Some homes are polished. Some homes are memorable. This one feels like an escape.
Sold for $885,000
$885,000
12308 Dolans Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
4beds
4,551sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
1.42 Acres Lot
$883,200 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$4,572 Estimated rent
Home value
$883,200
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Listed by:
Marti Hampton,
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with:
Meredith Mclaurin Little, 322608
Hodge & Kittrell Sothebys INTE
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10166489
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 249.39 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 16.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.89 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 11.3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 214.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 13.9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 171.61 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 13.1
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
- Area: 146.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 11.1
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 125.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 8.2
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 149.99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.11
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 9.9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 179.01 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 11.7
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 7.11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 414.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.1 x 20.6
Other
- Description: Flex
- Level: Second
- Area: 119.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 9.11
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 102.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 9.11
Other
- Description: Bedroom 6
- Level: Basement
- Area: 134.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 12.0
Other
- Description: Flex
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 14.9
Other
- Description: Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 109.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.5
Other
- Description: Utility
- Level: Basement
- Area: 739.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 49.0
Other
- Description: Garage
- Level: Main
- Area: 751.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31.7 x 23.7
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 669.63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.1 x 30.3
Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Concrete,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Heated,Workshop
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,551
- Total interior livable area: 4,551 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,270
- Finished area below ground: 1,281
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Wrap Around
Lot
- Size: 1.42 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Pie Shaped Lot, Wooded, Hardwood Trees, Partially Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 180004805066000 0178818
- Zoning: R-80W
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected, Septic Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Carmel Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: None
- HOA fee: $46 monthly
- HOA name: Carmel Forest Homeowners Associatio
Location
- Region: Raleigh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $759,029
- Annual tax amount: $4,874
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Sold | $885,000-1.7%$194/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Pending sale | $900,000$198/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $900,000-2.7%$198/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+122.9%$203/sqft |
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| 5/21/2004 | Sold | $415,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,875 +3% | $759,029 |
| 2024 | $4,734 +27.9% | $759,029 +60.7% |
| 2023 | $3,702 +7.9% | $472,225 |
| 2022 | $3,430 +2.8% | $472,225 |
| 2021 | $3,338 +1.7% | $472,225 |
| 2020 | $3,283 -10% | $472,225 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $3,650 | $444,429 |
| 2018 | $3,650 +14.8% | $444,429 |
| 2017 | $3,180 +2.1% | $444,429 |
| 2016 | $3,115 -7.8% | $444,429 -8.2% |
| 2015 | $3,381 | $483,918 |
| 2014 | -- | $483,918 |
| 2013 | -- | $483,918 |
| 2012 | -- | $483,918 |
| 2011 | -- | $483,918 |
| 2010 | -- | $483,918 |
| 2009 | -- | $483,918 |
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Neighborhood: 27614
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Brassfield ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10West Millbrook MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 7/10Millbrook HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake County Schools
- Middle: Wake County Schools
- High: Wake County Schools
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
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- 27614
- 12308 Dolans Way
