Coming Soon: A Durham Golf Course View without the Premium

Renee Hillman on March 24, 2016

Love the golf course lifestyle? Then you’re going to really love the killer view of the golf course from this Durham home – without the premium price tag!

There are numerous updates throughout – quite the long list, actually. The large family room with fireplace opens to a formal dining room with beautiful, arched entry. Main floors feature newer engineered hardwood floors in the foyer, family, and dining rooms, and in the updated kitchen, herringbone tile, new counters, and fresh paint are ready for you to enjoy without any of the handiwork required. Outside, an over-sized patio was built to take in the fantastic view.

In the master suite bedroom retreat, enjoy the luxuries of a vaulted ceiling, two closets, and a relaxing soaking tub. Guest bedrooms offer flexible space for families or guests with a shared bathroom.

This neighborhood has fantastic amenities – including pool, tennis, and lakes – and is a quick commute to RTP.

This home is now available on the market, so if you’d like to see it, call or email me to schedule an appointment! 919-877-6708 or Renee@HREGSells.com. You can also take a virtual tour online right now at http://www.tourfactory.com/1534793!

Coming Soon: Lots of Space with the In-Demand Apex Address

Renee Hillman on March 24, 2016

Looking for a stellar Apex location with tons of space? This home has got it!

You’ll find lots of upgraded features like a gourmet kitchen with solid surface counters and stainless steel appliances with an open feel to the breakfast nook and family room. There are hardwood floors throughout the main rooms – a formal dining room, and living room – complete with grand foyer. Even newer carpet throughout!

The first-floor guest suite features a full tile bath and the master suite a trey ceiling and huge walk-in closet (shopping habits welcome here)! Upstairs is a gigantic bonus room with three guest bedrooms – five in total in this home.

The generous backyard includes a shed, deck, and over-sized patio – perfect for enjoying the great North Carolina weather.

This neighborhood includes a community pool, playground, and tennis course. Take a personal tour of this lightly lived in and move-in ready home as soon as it’s on the market by setting an appointment early – contact me at 919-877-6708 or Renee@HREGSells.com. In the meantime, you can also take a photo tour online at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1529889.

Coming Soon: Updated Bungalow in Chic Old West Durham

Renee Hillman on February 11, 2016

This Durham location is going to be hard to beat! In this chic area of Old West Durham, you’re within walking distance to several favorites including Watts Grocery, Whole Foods, Joe Van Gogh, Monuts Donuts, Blue Seafood and Bar, Elmo’s Diner, and so much more.

Inside this updated bungalow-style single-family home you’ll find a gourmet kitchen with maple cabinets, reclaimed soapstone counters, and stainless appliances.

There are also gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the main rooms! Don’t worry about the big purchases either, because refrigerator, washer, and dryer all convey.

There are lots of updates in this charmer, including a master bathroom addition, with walk-in shower. There is a period-style clawfoot tub and updated tile in the other guest bathroom. Your guests will also be comfortable in the welcoming guest bedroom with built-ins! There is even a third bedroom and a full bath with a shower in it, too. (This home also received a new HVAC in 2011, new roof in 2014, new water heater in 2015, and new carpet – for all the comforts you need and want!)

The welcoming front porch is made for visiting with neighbors and you’ll be conveniently located near EK Powe Elementary school and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. The property’s super deep backyard, which is almost double most nearby lot sizes, is professionally landscaped and includes a custom storage shed.

You’ll definitely want to get outside and explore the area! This home is part of the cistern program to protect Ellerbe Creek, which works to provide a green infrastructure for the creek, nature walks, rain gardens, and even creek tours.

Ready to see this beautiful home in Durham for yourself? It’ll be ready for showings soon, so give me a call at 919-877-6708 or email me at Renee@HREGSells.com to set up your appointment to visit. You can also take a virtual tour online right now at http://www.tourfactory.com/1506155!

Coming Soon in Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community!

Renee Hillman on October 9, 2015

This type of home doesn’t come along often in this section of Eagle Ridge! A modest price point of $179,800 among $200-$250k homes. Not a bad place to be.

Ready to entertain? You and your guests will enjoy a flowing & open floor plan.

Tons of windows let in plenty of that good old NC sunshine! The upgraded hardwood floors in the family room are a nice accent to all the custom features in this home.

Gourmet kitchen with the oh so popular white cabinets & storage for all your goodies with banks of cabinets, an island & pantry. Accented with a tile backsplash & stainless steel appliances. The dining area is positioned perfectly between both your kitchen & family rooms.

There is easy access to the screen porch that overlooks a level fenced backyard. You’ll have plenty of hours of enjoyment! The fun doesn’t stop there though…

One of the best things about this community it has amenities galore – a community pool, playground, golf course, clubhouse, miles of sidewalks, etc.

After a full day of fun, retire to your master suite with ample room for that king-size bed you’ve been dying to have. Soak away in the garden tub & the spacious vanity has a niche for a makeup counter. And you’ll have more than enough storage for all your linens & extras in the oversized linen closet!

The two guest bedrooms offer great flex space for guests, a home office, or a nursery (and this one is ready for you!).

We will start showing this Friday, Oct. 16, so schedule your appointment today by either emailing me at Renee@HREGSells.com or give me a call at 919.868.4383.

Take a virtual tour online at http://www.tourfactory.com/1443225.

Now Showing: Delightful Townhome in Great Cary Location near SAS

Renee Hillman on July 5, 2015

Looking for quick access to Downtown Cary or SAS from your next home? Look no further, because this townhome has got it all – great location, well-maintained, and room to spare at over 1,500 square footage!

Located just minutes from I-40 in the Whittington Park boutique subdivision, this is a hard-to-find garage townhome with two master suites. Enjoy new carpet and paint throughout, this place is move-in ready!

One bedroom master suite features a large soaking corner tub, dual vanities and a spacious walk-in closet. The other master suite is nicely appointed with ample space and a generous closet.

On the main floor, you’ll find an updated kitchen with white cabinets and dark tile countertops that opens to a large dining area. Cleaning is a breeze with the built-in dishwasher and garbage disposal.

Great for entertaining or just staying in for the night, the family room is comfortable year-round with a gas log fireplace, while the patio is ideal for grilling out with friends and family.

In the neighborhood, enjoy a community pool that’s just perfect for warm afternoons and long summer weekends. You’ll also be just a stone’s throw away from three grocery stores – and lots of shopping and dining.

Take a sneak peek with this online virtual tour and then call or email me when you’re ready for a personal showing! You can reach me at 919-877-6708 or Renee@Renee-Sells.com.

Coming Soon: Effortless Cary Townhome with Ideal Center-of-It-All Location

Renee Hillman on June 28, 2015

Welcome to “Easy Street”! (Otherwise known as Grande Meadow Way in Cary.)

This townhome’s ideal Cary location is just minutes from I-40 and less than a mile from all of the latest happenings in the revitalized Downtown Cary neighborhood. It’s also just up the street from SAS!

Featuring a hard-to-find, attached garage layout in a boutique community, this townhome has two master suites. One suite features a large soaking corner tub, dual vanities and a walk-in closet. The other is great for occasional guests or a full-time resident with ample space and a generous size closet.

Enjoy meals at home in the updated kitchen with white cabinets and tile countertops that opens to a large dining area. The family room is comfortable year-round and a real treat in the winter time with its gas log fireplace. This time of year though, you’ll want to enjoy the patio that is perfect for grilling out with friends! Don’t miss the community pool, either – I’ll be looking for my invitation to come join after you make this home yours.

This home is just a stone’s throw away from three grocery stores, restaurants, Staples, and more. Woof, woof – the dog park is just up the street alongside nearby tennis courts!

Call me today to setup your personal tour! 919-877-6708. Prefer email? Drop me a note anytime: Renee@Renee-Sells.com.

Now Showing: Unique Wake Forest Estate Near Falls Lake

Renee Hillman on June 5, 2015

You’ve got to see this beautiful, unique estate on over two acres in Wake Forest!

This picturesque private setting backs to Falls Lake land – you can even walk to the lake from this home – it’s truly the best of both worlds.

The inside does not disappoint either: don’t miss the updated kitchen, bathrooms, fixtures, carpet, paint, and recently refinished heart of pine flooring. It’s truly move-in ready! The gourmet kitchen shines with updated maple cabinets, granite counters and trendy tile backsplash, and opens to an expansive dining room or flex space to suit your needs.

On the main floor, a sunroom or office (your choice!) overlooks the private in-ground pool (perfect for these 99 degree days!) and a pool house! There are unique windows throughout, allowing plenty of light and they are so visually appealing. The main gathering room boasts a wood-burning fireplace with custom masonry surround. (Can’t Miss: Both fireplaces were actually hand built by a brick mason – they exude a charm you just don’t see in any new construction.)

When it’s time to turn in, the master suite continues the charm with its own fireplace and features dual closets with organizers! Enjoy the updated master bathroom with furniture style cabinet and vessel sinks.

There’s tons of potential on this lot – currently outfitted with dog run and a three-bay shelter. Welcome guests and enjoy peaceful evenings on the Southern living front porch. PS: Enjoy only paying county taxes, while surrounded by other high-end homes like those in Wakefield Plantation.

Take a tour online at http://www.tourfactory.com/1375651 and then give me a call (919-877-6708) or send me an email (Renee@Renee-Sells.com) to schedule your personal visit!

Now Showing: Not Your Average Condo in North Raleigh

Renee Hillman on June 5, 2015

This is not your normal condo, it lives more like a townhome!

Located just a short distance from Lake Lynn, this prime North Raleigh location has easy access to everything (tons of shopping!), especially RTP. Enjoy a bubbling brook with walkway that greets you daily, too!

You’ll find plenty of updates inside including an all-white kitchen with newer counters and appliances. The refrigerator, washer and dryer stay for your convenience. Stretch out or get snuggled up for a movie night in the large family room with fireplace and tile surround.

You make the call on what to do with the flexible space and formal dining room – and the options don’t stop there… you’ll have your choice of two master suites upstairs, each with a walk-in closet. One features custom stained glass, the other boasts a private balcony. Each master bedroom features a private bathroom.

Outside you’ll find a great covered porch and huge storage area. There’s also all newer vinyl, energy-efficient windows throughout with matching sliding glass doors. Don’t miss the community pool, tennis, and trails, either!

This home is move-in ready and available immediately for showings. Take a virtual tour online and then call or email me to schedule your personal showing! You can always reach me at Renee@Renee-Sells.com and 919-877-6708.

Coming Soon in Popular Eagle Ridge Golf Course Neighborhood!

Renee Hillman on May 5, 2015

Looking for a golf course home in an established neighborhood – that’s been well-cared for? Then you have to see this custom-built in Raleigh’s Eagle Ridge that’s only had one owner.

You’ll love the transitional floor plan with tons of details and woodwork throughout and when you get to the back door, things get even better with a killer screen porch (it’s huge! – with vaulted tongue and groove ceiling!) designed for enjoying views of the golf course. Extra bonus here: a deck area with built-in seating and custom cushions!

Back inside there’s a gourmet kitchen with gas range, working island, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry with wood shelving, double ovens (Advantium microwave/oven combo – this is so important when entertaining or cooking for large groups!) and a large breakfast nook that feels more like a sun room.

A catwalk overlooks a vaulted family room with built-in bookcases with wide plank hardwoods floors throughout most of the main floor.

The first floor master suite boasts a beautiful tray ceiling and large tiled spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, corner tub, separate shower, water closet and walk-in closet!

No detail is missed on this golf course gem and one of the best features: it’s reasonably priced at $364,800.

Take a virtual tour online at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1342576 and then call me at 919-877-6708 or email me to set a date and time to take a personal look inside!

Coming Soon: 1002 Parsifal Place in Apex

Renee Hillman on April 5, 2015

This beautifully decorated Georgian Colonial home in Apex is move-in ready and close to everything! Need a pick-me-up from Starbucks? Just around the corner! A few lawn maintenance tools from Lowe’s? It’s just behind the neighborhood!
Set back deep in the neighborhood, you’ll enjoy all the perks of a well-designed neighborhood, but with limited traffic. And this type of basement home doesn’t come on the market often.
Take refuge in the huge master suite with fireplace, two walk-in closets, tile bathroom with individual vanities, separate shower and jetted tub – ooh la la.
Additionally, there’s room to spare with three additional bedrooms with nice closets, and a bonus room that could be used as rarely found fifth bedroom. The basement is a nice bonus with large rec room, full bath, and tons of unfinished storage/potential.
In the yard you’ll find a sprinkler system, which makes keeping the yard beautiful a breeze and in the neighborhood, enjoy the community pool in the long Carolina summer. Also, you’re just a short distance from all the conveniences of Beaver Creek.
Take a virtual tour online at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1332245 and then call me at 919-877-6708 or email me to set the date and time for your personal tour!

New Today: Four Bedrooms and All the Amenities in Wake Forest

Renee Hillman on April 5, 2015

This Wake Forest home is hot on the market today and ready for your personal tour! Featuring a true living floor plan, this home boasts a gourmet kitchen and huge family room.

In the kitchen, enjoy granite counters, working island and walk-in pantry with ample wood shelving. Formal dining and office with French doors are also on the main level and in that large family room mentioned earlier – a gas log fireplace! Don’t miss the wide plank hardwood floors throughout the main level, with the exception the family room.

Upstairs, you’ll sleep easy in your gigantic master suite fit for a king. The master bathroom has dual vanities, garden tub, a separate water closet and drum roll please… an equally impressive walk-in closet with built-in cubbies! There’s room for everyone here with three additional guest bedrooms and loft space.

Best yet, this great property backs to a wooded buffer with ample level yard space for those games of corn hole and NC BBQ’s. Don’t miss out on the community pool this summer, either! (When are you inviting me over, by the way? :-))

New in Midtown Raleigh: A Condo Close to Everything!

Renee Hillman on April 5, 2015

This latest listing is penthouse living in an ideal location sandwiched between Downtown Raleigh and the North Hills/Midtown areas. Even better… it doesn’t have the crazy price tag with it!

In this penthouse condominium, you’ll find newer neutral carpet and an efficient kitchen with black appliances, maple cabinets and even a bar top for seating! The coordinating refrigerator stays for your convenience.

In the master suite, enjoy your private bathroom with tile, linen cabinet, and walk-in closet.

In this priced-right condo, you’ll even get a guest bathroom with pedestal sink, not to mention a true laundry area with full size washer and dryer – this is one of the few condos without the need for small stackables!
Outside, check out the covered composite deck that allows you to enjoy the view! This home backs to wooded buffer and Raleigh Greenway access is just to right of the building. Don’t miss the grilling and hang out area that is located right by the building, too! This community also features reasonable monthly dues that include water and secured entry.

In the neighborhood, you’ve got all the conveniences of Costco, Trader Joe’s, ShabaShabu (awesome sushi!), and more.

Take an online tour 24/7 at http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1325359 and then contact me at 919-877-6708 or Renee@Renee-Sells.com to schedule a personal showing!