1117 Bentham Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27614
About This Home
Located in the highly desirable Sheffield Manor community, this beautiful North Raleigh neighborhood offers a pool, tennis courts, large lots, and abundant scenic wildlife. Inside, you'll find formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room with a fireplace, a separate sunroom, and a large kitchen featuring updated white cabinet fronts, fresh paint, and a sunny breakfast nook. The sellers have made numerous improvements, including Andersen windows throughout most of the home, refinished hardwood floors on the main level, hardwood flooring throughout the first and second floors, and fresh interior paint throughout. The first floor includes a guest suite with convenient access to a full bath. Dual staircases provide easy access to the second level, where you'll find a generously sized primary suite with a huge walk-in closet, updated white bathroom cabinetry, and plenty of windows overlooking the backyard. Three additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a large vaulted bonus room complete the second floor. The third floor features brand-new carpet, a workout/media room, and a flex space that could serve as a sixth bedroom, office, or hobby room. Entertain with ease thanks to the wet bar and enjoy the beautifully landscaped backyard, complete with a tranquil koi pond and a private putting green. All of this is within walking distance of the community pool and tennis courts, making this home the perfect combination of space, updates, outdoor amenities, and lifestyle in one of North Raleigh's most established neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Brick Veneer,Engineered Wood,Masonite
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Oven,Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Upper Level
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Bar,Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Cedar Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Central Vacuum,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Dry Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Room Over Garage,Separate Shower,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower,Water Closet,Whirlpool Tub
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 5,261
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,261
- Total interior livable area: 5,261 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 171802575934000 0151891
- Zoning: R-80W
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard,Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 1.84 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Close to Clubhouse,Corner Lot,Front Yard,Hardwood Trees,Private
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking,Driveway,Garage,Garage Faces Side,Parking Pad
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Wake County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,815 | $69,780 |
| Home Insurance * | $351 | $4,212 |
| Property Taxes | $613 | $7,356 |
| Electricity | $490 | $5,880 |
| Total | $7,269 | $87,228 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Pending sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2026-07-18 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Pending sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2026-06-12 | Price change | $1,150,000 |
| 2026-06-09 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000 |
| 2026-03-26 | Listing removed | $1,195,000 |
| 2026-03-13 | Price change | $1,195,000 |
| 2026-02-25 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000 |
| 2026-02-21 | Listing removed | $1,295,000 |
| 2026-02-20 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000 |
| 2000-09-14 | Sold | $551,000 |
View on Zillow