1422 Joe Louis AvenueRaleigh, NC 27610

This is a must-see — a thoughtfully upgraded home that lives like a private retreat, not a cookie-cutter neighborhood build. From the moment you step inside, the difference is obvious: engineered hardwoods, elevated trim and millwork, and an iron-inspired staircase create an immediate high-end first impression. The front office with glass pocket doors and real wood blinds is a true showpiece workspace, and the living room's custom built-ins with tailored window coverings bring a polished, finished feel you rarely find at this price point. The kitchen and breakfast area feel straight out of a designer portfolio — complete with a custom dry bar, glass-front uppers, under-cabinet lighting, upgraded fixtures and hardware, and perfectly coordinated counters, backsplash, and appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite keeps that same elevated energy with fresh designer paint, an enlarged spa-style shower, added storage, and the highly desirable direct pass-through from the primary bath to the laundry room. Outside is just as dialed-in. The former porch has been converted into a true four-season sunroom with sliding windows, solar roller shades, and a minisplit system — the kind of space you'll use year-round. The backyard has been professionally graded and enhanced with upgraded landscaping, a stained privacy fence, an extra parking pad, and an electric driveway gate. Add the SimpliSafe system plus three hard-wired Ring cameras (doorbell + dual floodlights), and you've got comfort, convenience, and peace of mind built in. If you want a home that feels high-end, highly functional, and legitimately move-in ready, this one stands in a league of its own.