Great Location & Great Floor Plan in Raleigh

Renee Hillman on May 5, 2014

Looking for a convenient location – nestled between Raleigh and Cary? Check! In search of a great floor plan? Double check! You couldn’t ask for a better than this new listing, with easy access to I-40, I-440, RTP and NC State University.

Inside the home you’ll find a spacious kitchen with working island and a butler’s pantry that opens to the family room with gas log fireplace. There’s a formal dining room with hardwood floors – perfect for holidays and other important meals! Also on the main floor you’ll find an office with beautiful french doors, as well as updated fixtures throughout.

Retreat to the huge master suite with sitting room and dual vanity bathroom, soaking tub and separate shower! There are three additional guest rooms each with ample space.

Also in this home are a true utility room and tons of extra storage in the garage with built-in loft.

Outside, enjoy the deck made for entertaining that overlooks a fenced, level backyard!

If a summer pool is of interest to you, you can reasonably join the nearby Medfield Estates community pool or if you are NCSU alumni, check out the University Club complete with salt water pool, workout facility and nine-hole golf course.

Take the virtual tour online at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1350104 and when you’re ready to see this great find in person, email or call me for your appointment! You can reach me at 919-868-4383 or Renee@Renee-Sells.com.

Coming Soon: Move-In Ready in Morrisville

Renee Hillman on May 5, 2014

This beautiful townhome in Morrisville is right off the catalog pages – you’ll feel like you are in a model home!

Move-in ready and just in time for the warm weather season with a screened-in porch. There’s also a hard to find garage to help keep your car clean and your other outdoor toys stored away nicely!

Inside, check out the wide-plank hardwood floors throughout the first floor. In the kitchen, enjoy a gourmet upfit with 42 inch cabinets, tile backsplash, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances!

There’s an open concept floor plan, with a large family room, dining room, and ideal flex space, too.

Enjoy the master suite with tray ceiling, spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, garden tub, separate shower and large walk-in closet.

Don’t miss this summer’s must-have attraction: a community pool! This neighborhood is convenient to RTP and backs to a wooded buffer for your privacy.

Ready to take a look? Take the virtual tour at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1352349 and then call or email me to book your showing – 919-877-6708 or Renee@Renee-

Now Showing: Luxury at its Finest in Brier Creek

Renee Hillman on May 5, 2014

Live in the lap of luxury with this nicely-appointed end-unit townhouse in Raleigh’s Brier Creek Country Club neighborhood and enjoy easy living that backs to wooded buffer!

Don’t miss the gourmet kitchen with raised-panel cabinets, granite counter tops, double ovens (a must when you have a full house or when entertaining!), gas range, all stainless steel GE Profile appliances and a breakfast nook!

The master suite is on the main floor and includes a spa bathroom featuring dual vanities, a corner garden tub, and separate shower.

An upstairs loft overlooks the vaulted living room and leads to two ample-size bedrooms each with walk-in closets and a tile bathroom – there’s great potential here for an upstairs master suite!

You make the call on the use with a great flex space on the main floor for a sunroom or an office. There’s also a handy utility room with sink!

Ready to add equity right off the bat? Check out the huge unfinished basement that is anything but drab with an immense amount of daylight exposure.

This address is close to everything: RDU Airport, I-540, Brier Creek Commons (with dozens of retail stores, services, dining and a movie theater), and more.

Take a virtual tour online at now at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1341980 and then call or email me to see it for yourself! 919-877-6708 or Renee@Renee-Sells.com.

What Clients Say About Renee: The Wassermans

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

“Renee helped us buy our new home in Durham. She was always willing to go the extra mile, even after we had signed a contract to buy a soon to be built home. Since we live in SW Florida, she did most of the inspections herself as well as arranging for professional inspectors where appropriate. She even took videos of the inside and outside so that we would have something besides plans to show to our friends and relatives.”

Having great resources in professional vendors who provide high-quality service are just one of the assets that I offer clients – both local and remote.

Give me a call at 919-868-4383 or email me at Renee@Renee-Sells.com to talk about how I can help you with your next real estate project!

What the seller says about 819 Shackleton Road in Apex, NC

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

I always like to ask the seller specific questions about their house. It is definitely a great perspective on living in your new area & home. Take a look!

Things you love about Apex:

Apex is a great place to live! Love the downtown area and what an overall nice and safe community it is. The town has grown a lot in the last 10 years that I’ve been here but it has managed to keep its small town feel.

Where do you love to eat:

Love going downtown to eat at Peak City Grill and Salem Street Pub (the Mexican restaurant is also great). Otherwise, Daniel’s on 55 is a favorite.

Where do you do your grocery shopping & other conveniences:

I do most of my shopping at the Walmart on the Peakway since it is so close….walking distance! Otherwise, I like Lowe’s Food. I’m excited that Costco opens in 2015.

What were you drawn to when you bought your home:

The big front window and the private back yard which can be hard to find in Apex. The house has a nice layout and I love the big main room.

What do you love/enjoy about the area:

The convenience to major roads in every direction (US1, 540, 65, 55) has always been a huge plus for me. I always say that you can get almost anywhere in the triangle in 20 minutes. The parks in Apex are also great and there is something for everyone.

Tell us something about your neighborhood:

The best thing to me about the neighborhood is how quiet and safe it is. It is a great place to walk or job and the people are nice and friendly.

Latest Closings: New Home in Carolina Arbors Community for Active Adults 55+

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

With 12 home designs, ranging from 1,100 to 2,500+ square feet, there are lots of choices for active adults ages 55+ at Carolina Arbors, a Del Webb community located near Brier Creek.

I was pleased to represent clients purchasing a new construction home – from dirt to house – on Horne Creek in the new development.

What made this project a unique challenge, and a great opportunity, was managing and overseeing all walk through check-ins and closing proceedings as the clients were not able to attend. I pride myself on being a full-service Realtor, earning your trust and continued business, and this is a great example of the extra mile and efforts I’m willing to put in for my valued clients.

If you’ve considered moving to an active adult community, please call (919-868-4383) or email me to talk about the varied amenities offered by properties like this in and around the Triangle area!

What Clients Say About Renee: The Loperfidos

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

“Renee is absolutely amazing! My spouse and I are relocating to the Triangle from DC and Renee made this process so easy. She has so many great connections and tools to help first time home buyers. We always felt so comfortable and looked after – she is so great at keeping you on-target and in-the-know. You can not go wrong working with Renee!! – can you tell we think she’s the greatest!?!” – The Loperfido’s

What the seller says about 108 Park James Way, Cary, NC

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

I always like to ask the seller specific questions about their house. It is definitely a great perspective on living in your new area & home. Take a look & see what the Dyer’s have to say:

Things you love about Cary:

We love Cary. It has a real family atmosphere with excellent schools, plenty of parks (one Cary park is in our neighborhood) and walking/biking trails (again, one is in our neighborhood), a huge variety of restaurants We are conveniently located just about half way between Crossroads Plaza and Waverly Place – both just a little over a mile from us. In addition to all the conveniences and amenities Cary has to offer, we feel very safe here. Cary is one of the safest cities of its size in the country.

Where do you love to eat:

We enjoy a variety of food – most within a mile or so of our house. Some of our favorite restaurants include: Pei Wei, Caribou Coffee, Carolina Ale House, City Barbeque, Briggs, NY Pizza, and the Angus Barn.

Where do you do your grocery shopping & other conveniences:

We have numerous grocery stores in our immediate area with a Lowe’s Foods right in our neighborhood strip mall (an easy walk) with Harris Teeter about ½ mile away. Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s are about a mile to mile and a half from our home. For bulk items we shop at BJ’s and for pet related items we shop at PetSmart. Our PetSmart is one of only 3 in the whole greater Raleigh area that has a Pet Hotel, doggy day camp and a veterinarian right on sight.

What were you drawn to when you bought your home:

We love the layout of our home. This is where we raised 4 children with plenty of bedrooms, a formal dining room, a screened in porch (we like to entertain) and a bonus room for the kids. We added French doors and utilized our living room as a study (very convenient for work from home days).

We also love the location of our house. We were specifically looking for a house on a cul-de-sac so our children could play basketball, kickball, etc. on the cul-de-sac with very little traffic to worry about. Further, unlike many parts of Cary, we have very easy access to Raleigh and RTP – from our house to the beltline/I-40, is only about a mile.

Finally, we loved the Olympic size swimming pool, club house and tennis courts. Many neighborhoods have very overcrowded pools, but not Wellington Park. With our oversize pool, it is a great place to unwind and relax with family, friends and neighbors.

What do you love/enjoy about the area:

We love the excellent school system, neighborhood lakes, Kids Together Park (at the edge of our neighborhood), quaint downtown Cary, very convenient shopping and convenient access to the greater triangle area.

Tell us something about your neighborhood:

First, we have truly wonderful neighbors and a true sense of community. We often have neighborhood parties and cul-de-sac get-togethers. Our neighborhood has a community email to keep current on events – or to buy or sell something. Most houses have mature wooded lots providing shade and privacy.

We absolutely love our neighbors (many have become life-long friends as we have been here for over 19 years) and though we are excited about moving into our dream house as empty nesters, we are equally sad to be leaving such a wonderful home and neighborhood.

Upgrades that make this home sparkle:

Double oven with convection
Screened in porch
New HVAC
New Roof – with upgraded, energy efficient, designer shingles
Vinyl Siding
Energy efficient vinyl replacement windows
Updated plumbing
New carpeting
Hardwood floors
Freshly painted
Spa master bathroom (glass block shower, garden tub, beautiful tile floor)
Stainless appliances
Granit countertops
New garbage disposal
Gas fireplace
Broilmaster premium natural gas grill
Fenced in back yard

Coming Soon: Beautiful Cul-De-Sac Home in Cary

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

I’m happy to be kicking off 2015 here on the blog by sharing another “Coming Soon” blog post – this one located in a great cul-de-sac neighborhood, sandwiched just between Piney Plains Road, Tryon Road, and SE Cary Parkway.

This beautiful detached home includes a screen porch, hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen (complete with white cabinets and always popular granite counter tops), remodeled bathrooms, new carpet, and fresh paint. All of those things say one thing to us – “move-in ready”!

Outside of the home, lots of amenities abound including being close to two parks (Dorrel and MacDonald Woods), having access to a community pool, tennis clubhouse and multiple ponds.

This conveniently-located Cary home won’t last long, going on the market on Friday, Jan. 9 at $300,000!

Call or email me to schedule your showing A.S.A.P. Reach me anytime at 919-868-4383 or via email at Renee@Renee-Sells.com.

Happy House Hunting!

Coming Soon: Sunny One-Story Ranch Home in Apex Complete with Attached Garage

Renee Hillman on January 4, 2014

We’re excited to share another new listing coming onto the market on Jan. 9, 2015 – 819 Shackleton. This home’s great location and must-have amenities are going to make this a quick-moving listing, so if you’d like to schedule an appointment to see it, call me at 919-877-6708 or email me at Renee@Renee-Sells.com and let’s get a date set!

This is a hard-to-find ranch home with an attached one-car garage, located near the Apex Peakway and East Williams Street. Featuring three bedrooms with two bathrooms, this single-story home has lots of high-demand exterior upgrades including hardiplank siding, a screen porch, stamped concrete patio, and a fenced yard. (Can you say “move-in ready”?!)

Inside, you’ll find an all-white kitchen with some newer appliances, a new HVAC system as of Sep. 2013, a Rinnai tankless water heater (SO nice to have hot water fast!), Baldwin Hardware throughout and Pergo XP flooring in all all except two bedrooms that have carpet and the custom ceramic tile laid in the bathrooms.

If you’re ready to buy, or at least take a look in Apex, let’s talk soon!