3037 Rothgeb Drive · Raleigh, NC 27609
Raleigh, NC 27609 · Anderson Heights
$1,725,000
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4,647
Square feet
0.4
Acres
1955
Year built
3037 Rothgeb DriveActive
Highlights
- Twelve-Foot-Deep Front Porch
- Stained Wood Ceiling
- Brick Fireplace
- Floor-To-Ceiling Built-In Bookcases
- Bourbon Room
- Flagstone Patio
About this home
Set on one of the best lots in Anderson Heights, 3037 Rothgeb Drive is a classic Raleigh home, thoughtfully renovated by John Sanders in 2008. The twelve-foot-deep front porch graciously welcomes you and becomes a genuinely livable outdoor room finished with a stained wood ceiling, ceiling fans, and carriage lanterns. It is the kind of porch that turns an ordinary evening into memories made with neighbors.
Inside, hardwood floors, deep crown molding, and classic millwork carry through a gracious sequence of rooms. The living room is anchored by a fireplace and opens to a dining room with a built-in corner china cabinet. To the other side is a bourbon room that could be swapped for an office for the more serious buyer. A sunroom wrapped in glass serves as a light drenched, cozy reading room or place to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee.
At the heart of the home, the family room flows openly into the kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases flank a brick fireplace. Recessed lighting and in-ceiling speakers keep the room bright and connected, and the scale works for quiet weeknights and a full house alike. The kitchen is designed for both daily life and entertaining. White shaker cabinetry with glass-front uppers and polished black granite counters and white subway tile backsplash create a timeless look.
Gas cooktop, double wall ovens, built-in microwave, and French-door refrigerator are complemented by a large peninsula with seating for four and a long run of additional storage and counter space. Out back, a flagstone patio framed by a stacked stone seat wall overlooks a deep, private yard shaded by mature trees and layered evergreen plantings. Raised garden beds and mature trees make this backyard an oasis for everyone.
The home offers five bedrooms and four full baths. The first floor primary bedroom is a calm, light-filled retreat with crown molding and generous proportions. Upstairs, a spacious bonus room with double closets and dormer windows adapts easily as a playroom, media room, home office, or guest space.
3037 Rothgeb Drive stands as a timeless residence with room to grow.
10 categories
Flooring
- Hardwood
Lot features
- Back Yard
Style
- Traditional
Construction
- Brick
- Fiber Cement
Foundation
- Other
Roof
- Asphalt
- Shingle
Basement
- Sump Pump
- Storage Space
Water
- Public
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Courtesy of
- Office
- Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
- Agent
- Melanie Jones
- Phone
- 919-876-7411
Location
Raleigh Township · Wake County · Raleigh, NC
Property history
- Listed for saleSource:
Doorify MLS #10203149$1,725,000$371/sqft
Documents
3 documents
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How the price compares
Examining another house that is similar, nearby, and recently sold can help determine if the price of this home for sale is priced appropriately.
This home
$371
per sq ft
City of Raleigh
$230
median · this home is 61% above
Raleigh Township
$350.50
median · this home is 6% above
Wake County
$221
median · this home is 68% above
Updated
- Sold for
- $1,352,912
- Per sq ft
- $277
- Size
- 4,886 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.35 acres
2709 Webb Street
Sold Nov 4, 2026
Sold for $372k less239 sq ft larger$94 lower per sq ftMore modern chef's kitchen and updated primary bath
When looking at 3037 Rothgeb Drive alongside this sold listing on Webb Street, you immediately notice a similar vintage and traditional presence. However, this property sold at a noticeably lower price point despite offering slightly more living space and a fully finished basement recreation area. Inside, the kitchen in this sold home features a more updated layout with a dedicated island and stylish two-tone cabinetry, whereas the kitchen at 3037 Rothgeb Drive retains 2008-era finishes and an older red wallpaper primary bath. Although 3037 Rothgeb Drive features a gorgeous welcoming front porch and extensive built-in millwork, this sold home provided comparable square footage and crisp, fresh updates for significantly less per square foot.
Bottom line
Given that this sold property offered a comparable footprint with fresher cosmetic updates for a substantially lower price, 3037 Rothgeb Drive appears ambitiously priced by comparison.
- Sold for
- $2,349,000
- Per sq ft
- $499
- Size
- 4,703 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.47 acres
2825 Claremont Road
Sold Sep 16, 2026
Sold for $624k more56 sq ft larger$128 higher per sq ftHigh-end custom new construction with luxury finishes
This sold home on Claremont Road represents modern luxury custom construction in the very same Anderson Heights neighborhood. While 3037 Rothgeb Drive offers an almost identical amount of square footage, this property commanded a major premium due to its 2019 build quality, complete with a 2-car garage, sophisticated architectural millwork, and top-tier kitchen design. In contrast, 3037 Rothgeb Drive presents a traditional 1950s floor plan that was remodeled in 2008 and lacks covered parking. The significant price gap reflects the classic trade-off between paying for turnkey new-build luxury versus choosing a renovated mid-century residence with mature neighborhood charm.
Bottom line
3037 Rothgeb Drive is positioned reasonably as an established, character-rich alternative that avoids the substantial premium commanded by newer custom builds on Claremont Road.
- Sold for
- $2,400,000
- Per sq ft
- $552
- Size
- 4,346 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.39 acres
2808 Anderson Drive
Sold Jul 2, 2026
Sold for $675k more301 sq ft smaller$181 higher per sq ftParade of Homes custom quality with high-end designer finishes
This sold residence on Anderson Drive demonstrates the pinnacle of custom design in the neighborhood, featuring high-end designer selections, Thermador appliances, and an attached two-car garage. While the exterior photo shows a 2-story profile despite data labeling, its custom luxury appointments and seamless indoor-outdoor bluestone patio commanded a substantial price per square foot. 3037 Rothgeb Drive provides slightly more square footage and a classic front porch feel at a much more accessible price tag. However, the buyer at 3037 Rothgeb Drive trades away the garage, ten-foot ceilings, and luxury master bath found in this sold home in exchange for that savings.
Bottom line
The home on Anderson Drive highlights the premium paid for luxury custom builds in the area, showing that 3037 Rothgeb Drive offers a balanced option for buyers prioritizing space over brand-new luxury finishes.
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