Discover the lifestyle you've been dreaming of just 5 minutes from Downtown Raleigh. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2,215 sq ft end-unit townhome in Renaissance Park delivers the perfect blend of modern comfort, elevated design and amenity-rich living. From the moment you arrive, this corner-lot gem sets the tone with its charming large front porches-ideal for morning coffee, evening unwinding, or greeting neighbors in this highly social, community-centered neighborhood. Inside, the home shines with brand-new carpet, new interior paint throughout, and rich hardwood floors flowing throughout the entry, dining room, breakfast room, kitchen, half bath, and the gorgeous light-filled, two-story family room anchored by a cozy gas fireplace. Elegant crown molding and wainscoting add warmth and refinement throughout the main level. The rare downstairs primary suite is a true retreat, complete with two walk-in closets, walk-in shower, dual vanity, therapeutic whirlpool tub and easy access to the main-floor laundry. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, pantry, new microwave, plenty of cabinets for storage, and a cozy breakfast nook for casual meals or morning coffee. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, full bath, a loft, plus a bonus/office space, providing flexible space for family, guests, hobbies or work. Storage is effortless with a 11 x 11 walk-in floored attic off the bonus/office space, pull down attic stairs in one of the upstairs bedrooms, drop zone off the garage and extra storage in the laundry room. A new LG washer and dryer with pedestals and storage drawers-installed December 2023-adds convenience and value. Step outside to a patio by the two car side-load garage for relaxing and entertaining. New exterior door by the patio installed fall 2025. A brand-new HVAC system installed Summer 2025 ensures year-round comfort. Set on a corner lot facing single-family homes in a neighborhood with tree-lined streets, this home offers privacy while providing access to resort-style amenities: pool, fitness center, tennis, sand volleyball, playground, parks, walking trails, community clubhouse and maintenance-free living, lawn care is covered by the HOA. You will enjoy quick access to all that Raleigh has to offer: coffee shops, restaurants, golf courses, the NC Farmers Market, shopping, parks and entertainment. This home combines tranquility with convenience-just minutes from I-40 and I-540, making commutes across the Triangle area quick and easy.
Property Features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 9
- Other Dimensions: 4.7' x 7.2'
- Other Level: Main
- Other Description: Storage in Laundry Room
- Other Dimensions: 11' x 11'
- Other Level: Second
- Other Description: Floored Attic Storage
- Entrance Hall Dimensions: 6.5' x 5'
- Entrance Hall Level: Main
- Laundry Dimensions: 5.6' x 6'
- Laundry Level: Main
- Office: Yes
- Family Room Dimensions: 15.2' x 13.8'
- Office/Study Room Dimensions: 13.2' x 11'
- Family Room Level: Main
- Office/Study Room Level: Second
- Office/Study Room Description: Home Office/Bonus Room
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Free-Standing Electric Range
- Gas Water Heater
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 17.7' x 12.2'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11.3' x 12.6'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13.5' x 10.8'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2.5
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Crown Molding
- Dining L
- Double Vanity
- Dual Closets
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Entrance Foyer
- Granite Counters
- High Ceilings
- Pantry
- Primary Downstairs
- Recessed Lighting
- Separate Shower
- Smooth Ceilings
- Storage
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Walk-In Shower
- Whirlpool Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
- Heating Features: Natural Gas
- Heating: Yes
- Ceiling Fans: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Breakfast Room Dimensions: 8.5' x 8.7'
- Breakfast Room Level: Main
- Dining Room Dimensions: 12.3' x 9.7'
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10.6' x 12.8'
- Kitchen Level: Main
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Open Parking Spaces: 2
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Alley Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- Parking Total: 2
Land Info
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped
- Lot Size Acres: 0.11
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4792
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Porch: Yes
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Association Fee: 138
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee 2: 245
- Association Fee 2 Frequency: Quarterly
- Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Storm Water Maintenance
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 220
- Association Name: Colonial Townhomes by Elite Management.
- Association Phone: 9192337660
School Information
- Elementary School: Wake - Smith
- High School: Wake - Garner
- Middle School: Wake - North Garner
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
Other Property Info
- Standard
- Annual Tax Amount: 3486
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Wake
- Directions: Take I-40 E to Exit 295 for Gorman Street. Use the right lane to take the ramp to Tryon Road. Merge onto Gorman Street. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Tryon Road. Go 2.6 miles and turn left onto Palace Garden Way and stay straight through the traffic circle, then left onto Chapanoke and then right on Formal Garden Way. Home is on the corner lot of Democracy Street and Formal Garden Way.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: Renaissance Park
- Ownership Type: Townhouse
- Parcel Number: 1702145373
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3482
- Subdivision: Renaissance Park
- Property Subtype: Townhouse
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2215
- Year Built: 2007
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2215
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Building Area Total: 2215
- Common Walls: End Unit
- Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation Details: Crawlspace
- Levels: Two
- Property Age: 18
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 2215
- Total Area Sqft: 2215
- Architectural Style: Traditional
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public