8521 Bright Loop, Raleigh, NC 27613
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8521 Bright Loop
Raleigh, NC 27613

Northwest Raleigh
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,385 sqft

$306,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,825/mo*
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$306,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,825/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,385 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2003
Living Area
1,385 sqft
Price/Sqft
$221
HOA
$77/Monthly

Description

Rare Opportunity to buy a townhome in Long Lake! New Carpet/Vinyl Plank and New paint throughout. Open Floor Plan Townhome! Great Location. Leesville schools. 3bedrooms 2 1/2 baths with fireplace. The bedrooms are on the second story that allow for flexible space/home office. Patio and storage closet out back. Community offers playground, pool and tennis facilities. Picnic/Bike /Hike at beautiful Umstead State Park which is only 1 mile away. Shopping for groceries and fine restaurants just a short walk across the street.
8521 Bright Loop, Raleigh, NC 27613 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,385 sqft townhouse in Northwest Raleigh, built in 2003. It last sold for the $319,900 asking price on Sep 20, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2019 with an asking price of $1,350 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 8, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $306,500, with a rent estimate of $1,829/month.

Home Details for 8521 Bright Loop

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1385 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning OvenDishwasherLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Vinyl
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioExterior: Tennis Court(s)Foundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Assigned
Pool
Pool: Community
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1385 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $319,900

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: RaleighCommunity: Long Lake Towns
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Hilburn AcademyJr High / Middle School: Wake - Leesville RoadHigh School: Wake - Leesville Road

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1385 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Pool, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Road MaintenanceHas an HOAHOA Fee: $77/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1306.8 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2518995Additional Fee Info: Second HOA Fee $74.8 MonthlyAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1385

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Pool
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Michael Schap, (919) 320-6987
Northside Realty Inc.
Bought with: Alex Moore, (919) 761-0696, Fathom Realty NC, LLC
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#2518995

Price History for 8521 Bright Loop

DatePriceEventSource
09/20/2023$319,900Sold
Doorify MLS #2518995
09/04/2023$319,900PendingDoorify MLS #2518995
08/27/2023$319,900PriceChange
Doorify MLS #2518995
07/27/2023$329,900PriceChange
Doorify MLS #2518995
07/18/2023$334,450PriceChange
Doorify MLS #2518995
07/11/2023$337,450PriceChange
Doorify MLS #2518995
06/29/2023$342,500Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #2518995
11/08/2019$1,225ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/05/2019$1,225PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2019$1,250PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/09/2019$1,350Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/16/2004$121,000Sold
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Market trends in Northwest Raleigh

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$437K
$750MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$241
$2MoM
Available listings
293
28MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,788
Assessment$317,407
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8521 Bright Loop

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8511 Bright Loop, Raleigh, NC
0.02
Townhouse
$305,000
02/05/26
3
2.5
1,401
8211 Rhiannon Rd, Raleigh, NC
0.04
Townhouse
$315,000
07/08/26
3
2.5
1,399
8507 Mount Valley Ln, Raleigh, NC
0.05
Townhouse
$305,000
06/24/26
3
2.5
1,392
8143 Rhiannon Rd, Raleigh, NC
0.06
Townhouse
$318,000
11/04/25
3
2.5
1,413
8253 City Loft Ct, Raleigh, NC
0.27
Townhouse
$290,000
10/21/25
2
2.5
1,379
8247 Martello Ln, Raleigh, NC
0.37
Townhouse
$310,000
06/22/26
3
2.5
1,424
8245 Martello Ln, Raleigh, NC
0.37
Townhouse
$307,000
02/25/26
3
2.5
1,434
8253 Martello Ln, Raleigh, NC
0.38
Townhouse
$328,870
12/23/25
3
2.5
1,572
8240 Belneath Ct, Raleigh, NC
0.34
Townhouse
$365,000
08/07/25
3
2.5
1,580
7805 Jeffrey Alan Ct, Raleigh, NC
0.24
Townhouse
$388,000
11/13/25
3
2.5
1,798

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Northwest Raleigh

At least 630 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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    "Good neighborhood and schools; friendly neighbors; close to grocery stores, pharmacies and restaurants"
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    "This neighborhood is pet friendly ! I have never felt unsafe in this neighborhood! I love it here ! "
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    "We have none, but people often walk. There are hardly any children, but very dog friendly. Also people decorate for the Holidays, and it’s a pretty place. "
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    "Very family friendly and a lovely blend of new comers and established residents creates a unique feel to this area "
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    "I noticed that they are free doggy bags made available in areas where it’s safe to walk your dog. The neighbors are mostly friendly as are the dogs and it’s a pretty nice neighborhood."
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  • Sara Thuftedal
    "I commute over 10 miles to and from work. Local business workers must travel to get to their destination. "
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    "I lived in Raleigh in the 90's and it was a tranquil place to be a resident of I tell you. After 20 plus years I'm making my way back to my (Heaven on Earth)..."
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  • Payton Stanley
    "Pretty pet friendly, but not many people pick up after their dogs (at least in my apartment complex)"
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    "Quiet, well lit sidewalks wide enough to walk a small too large dog. Other dog walkers out with their dogs. A park with a 2.3 mile trail is close by."
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    "There are lots of dogs in neighborhood and the area is well maintained and looked after. People are friendly and it’s a great place to live! "
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    "I drive to Cary for work in about 20 minutes. It's not too bad. It's my desire to move closet to Cary to minimize my daily commute."
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    "the neighborhood is fine the neighborhood is great the commute is fine the sidewalks are clean the people agree it's a lot of nice places to shop cozy environments"
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    "Bud lines are available, but transportation times on a bud are too lengthy to even consider utilization. Vehicle traffic is heavy and time consuming but public transport takes longer than car. "
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    "Raleigh NC is a beautiful peaceful place to live. I cannot wait to retire and relocate to this area."
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    "It’s convenient to malls and there are plenty of options to eat at . It’s also convenient to the belt line as well . "
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    "Privacy and protection is a good thing about the way we have the neighborhood and we live here in peace"
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  • Sheila H.
    "Like the area and the tranquility and able to walk to parks . Many dog owner like to gather and there are many parks around "
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    "Super safe neighborhood. Friendly for all ages. Lots of nearby parks and trails. Pool in the neighborhood. All neighbors are wonderful. "
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    "Yes it is a good area for dog owners but no one picks up after their dogs. Park access is great. Shelley lake etc "
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    "Quiet, safe neighborhood. Very dog friendly with responsible pet owners. Easy access to main roads without all the noise."
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    "Many cars come and go around the parking lot at high speeds, despite the posted warnings. Be mindful of your children if they're prone to running about wildly."
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  • Montrellperson
    "I have lived in the area for a few months now but I’m in an area that’s is easy access to the highway and close stores, gyms, and movie theaters "
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    "It’s a real nice spot for everything, good schools, everything is maintained well, people are friendly but keep to their own."
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    "Brier Creek is an excellent location with a large variety of grocery stores, restaurants, shopping centers, and medical offices."
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    "Our pool is the place to hang out every summer! We all come out of our homes and re-acquaint. We have yoga around the pool on saturdays for a few"
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    "Although I’ve lived here for 4 years, I wish they had more accessible sidewalks and playgrounds for kids. "
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  • Christine T.
    "I drive to downtown - takes about 25 minutes. Easy enough, a bit heavier traffic around crabtree. Overall, easy drive."
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