Major Price Drop! This home is the best bang for the buck near downtown Raleigh. Over 2000sqft w 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 living areas AND a separate office. Totally updated and move-in ready. Energy-efficient windows, dual HVAC systems 2020, updated electrical panel, attic insulation, LeafGuard gutters, and ongoing pest and termite protection. Outside, the sellers have created a private, park-like retreat with an urbanite patio, firepit area, water feature, contemporary metal fencing, fruit trees, and a custom permeable driveway that is the center piece of the thoughtfully designed grading and drainage system. Walk to schools, playgrounds, and the Raleigh Greenway Trail with miles of paved paths for biking, running, and walking. Just a short walk or ride to Gateway Plaza and Raleigh Iron Works, two of Raleigh's newest hotspots for dining and entertainment. Just 2.5 miles to downtown Raleigh.