ITB?

Thanks to Raleigh.com for providing a few thoughts on the "ITB" area of Raleigh...one of the most desirable places to live. For those of you unfamiliar with Bellevue Road (where this home is located) it is smack dab in the middle of ITB and close to North Hills...It's like a one-two knockout punch!

This is a remarkable contemporary home. AND it's in an established neighborhood that is close to some of the hottest spots in the area. Truly a rare combination. There are no other homes like it.

"Victorian mansions and majestic oak trees line Raleigh's graceful boulevards, and North Carolina's capitol has been called "a city within a park." Saved from destruction during the Civil War by a well-timed surrender, Raleigh's preserved history and vibrant technology industry make it a place where the Old South and New South effortlessly intersect. Along with neighbors Durham and Chapel Hill, Raleigh anchors The Triangle, a region of 1.5 million known for its excellent universities, mild climate and high tech industrial sector."

They go on to describe "Olde Raleigh" and "ITB"

"Raleighites define their neighborhoods using the shorthand of "ITB" (Inside The Beltway), a reference to Interstate 440, which sweeps around the Raleigh metropolitan area in a broad circle. Though some consider Old Raleigh coterminous with all parts of the city that are ITB, the interstate serves more to divide the city from the suburbs than to delineate the truly "old" neighborhoods. Neighborhoods in Old Raleigh, like Glenwood South and Fayetteville, cluster near the State Capitol Building in the middle of town. These neighborhoods have benefited from the influx of youth and money to downtown and former warehouse districts, emblematic of a nationwide trend toward reversing the post-'50s "white flight" phenomenon."

Just the Facts

This chart shows the top 20 appreciating subdivisions in Wake County (based on the last 13 months). Does it get any better? This home is located amongst some of the best neighborhoods in the Triangle! Be sure to check out the TARR report for the most current stats on local real estate.

All the world's a stage

Some call this a "bonus room" and some call if a "loft" but after a recent open house we have also learned from two cute little girls that it makes an excellent ballerina performance area. This is the only room on the second floor and there are tons of possibilities...use your imagination...

The Joy of Zoysia

Wait until you live a summer on this lawn. Zoysia is a drought tolerant grass that stays lush and green in the summer without much of anything, other than regular mowing. This yard was designed to have multiple areas to meet your various needs. There is room to play catch, or even put a pool. There are two separate areas that would be great for a vegetable garden if you have a green thumb!

Master Wing!

Some people feel fortunate to have a large master bedroom or maybe they refer to it as an owner's retreat. This house has a master WING! One of the well planned design elements is the master bedroom and adjoining areas. Imagine being able to walk out of your bedroom and see an art gallery, or a small game room or library, or a wine tasting area. The use of this room will only be limited by your imagination. Above that room is a loft with hardwood floors which could be used for a large exercise room or maybe a "man" cave. These three rooms are set apart from the living areas and they are on the opposite side of the house from the other bedrooms. It is a unique combination of functionality, privacy and creativity.