$1,850,000

Crafted by Speight Built and defined by structural artistry, set inside Raleigh's Beltline in University Park - Welcome to 2720 Van Dyke Avenue. This 4,333-square-foot custom home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, a 2-car garage, and it shows an uncompromising commitment to material excellence, from its gabled roofline exterior… Read More silhouette down to its finest interior details. Built in 2020 and resting on a deep, fenced lot with a peaceful backyard, the home strikes a rare balance between poised presence and understated sophistication. Stepping through the door, the foyer reveals the home's signature interior statement: a custom two-story bookcase that climbs from the entry gallery to a cozy reading nook on the second-floor landing. It evokes the quiet warmth of a classic library and gives the home an immediate focal point. Hardwood floors, custom millwork, and designer lighting carry the main level, where the living spaces flow naturally into a true epicurean kitchen. A stunning, custom marble island sets the stage, while a Wolf appliance package, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer columns, and brass hardware play beautifully against the adjacent breakfast nook, whose barrel-vaulted ceiling adds a rich, textured touch. A formal dining room, a family room with a gas fireplace and built-ins, and a main-level bedroom with bathroom and a WIC round out the floor. Capitalizing on North Carolina's temperate climate, the layout masterfully blurs the line between indoor luxury and outdoor serenity. A commanding screened porch serves as a sheltered alfresco sanctuary overlooking the manicured rear grounds, while the adjacent open-air deck provides the ultimate footprint for the outdoor chef. The primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a trio of windows that invite abundant natural light. The accompanying ensuite offers a spa-inspired experience, complete with a spacious dual walk-in shower and an expansive walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, each with its own bath, complete this level. Downstairs, the finished walkout lower level adds a meticulously curated living space. Polished, stained-concrete floors flow seamlessly through the recreation room and into a custom wet bar, which features leathered granite countertops, a classic subway tile backsplash, and a premium Sub-Zero refrigerator. A private home office behind glass French doors, an additional bedroom, and a full bath transform this level into a self-contained sanctuary—perfect for hosting guests, working remotely, or entertaining on a grand scale. Complete with a cedar closet, the entire space transitions effortlessly to a covered porch and patio. Enviably situated in the heart of University Park, the residence keeps Raleigh's best-loved destinations close. The Raleigh Rose Garden and Raleigh Little Theatre are within the neighborhood, upscale boutique shopping and fine dining are minutes away at the Village District, and the lively energy of downtown, Glenwood South and Smoky Hollow provides endless local flavor and fun. Wade Avenue and I-440 are close by for reaching, Research Triangle Park, and RDU Airport. Whether hosting a backyard soirée or heading out to explore, the best of Raleigh starts right here. Don't just read about it—come experience it. Read Less

Courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh, Johnny Chappell, 919-726-6548.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 30, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

4,333

Lot Size

0.25 Acres

Year Built

2020

MLS Number

10195599

Additional Details

Building

Year Built: 2020, Building Area Total: 4333, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement, Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 4333, Other Structures: None, Structure Type: House

Property Access

Road Frontage Type: City Street, Road Surface Type: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Oven, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Oven, Water Purifier, Wine Refrigerator

Basement

Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Cooling

Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Cooling Included

Doors

Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened

Fence

Fencing: Back Yard

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: Family Room, Gas Log

Floors

Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile

Foundation

Foundation Details: Slab

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned, Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: Bar, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Shower Only, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wired for Sound, Other

Laundry

Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Washer Hookup

Lot

Lot Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lot Size Acres: 0.25, Lot Size Area: 10890, Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 178 x 60 x 177, Lot Size Square Feet: 10890, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 0794743690

Energy Saving

Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Doors, Thermostat

Parking

Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: Neighborhood

Roof

Roof: Shingle

Sewer

Sewer: Public Sewer

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 12420.35

Utilities

Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Water Source: Public

Windows

Window Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows

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