Lisa Hayes
Compass -- Cary
(984) 208-2968
82 Total Sales
2 in White Oak
$500K - $620K Price Range
181 Steam Engine Way Garner, NC 27529
White Oak Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,755
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Contemporary Architecture
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Bryan Road Elementary Rated A
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2026Buyers looking under $400k in Wake County are usually told they have to compromise on outdoor living. 181 Steam Engine Way is the exception. Tucked near the end of a quiet street in Garner's Bingham Station neighborhood, this updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,755 square feet of comfortable living space and a backyard setup that feels far beyond what buyers typically expect at this price point. Step outside into a fully fenced, custom-designed outdoor retreat. Built for entertaining, the yard features an expansive stone paver patio, a built-in outdoor cooking area, custom pergola seating, and a covered cabana-style lounge space. Whether you're hosting friends, enjoying a fire pit evening, or making the most of a quiet night at home, this is the kind of outdoor living space that would be difficult and expensive to recreate. Inside, the home lives bright and open, with high ceilings, a functional main-level flow, a spacious kitchen, and a large primary suite with cathedral ceilings, dual vanities, and a walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage and a convenient Garner location minutes from White Oak Crossing shopping and dining, with easy access to I-40, US-70, and Downtown Raleigh. This isn't just a starter home -- it's a lifestyle upgrade with one of the most compelling backyard setups you'll find under $400k.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cornerstone Properties License #275028 Listed on: 04/24/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,666
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Property is zoned R4
HOA Fees
- $41 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Transitional Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,755 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Kitchen
Schools
- Bryan Road Elementary School
- East Garner Middle School
- South Garner High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- Association fees include unknown
- Bingham Station HOA
- Bingham Station Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 162901288577000 0341727
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2026
Closed on
Jul 7, 2026
Sold by
Elaine Poppenfuse Samantha and Br Kymberly
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dale Moody
Cornerstone Properties
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Hamid
PEAK REALTY GROUP NC LLC
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$372,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-2.08%
Views
42
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.79%
Original Mortgage
$365,262
Outstanding Balance
$364,934
Interest Rate
6.53%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$9,568
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 14, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Gutierrez Cesar and Gutierrez Monica
Bought by
Poppenfuse Samantha and Poppenfuse Kymberly Brooke
Seller's Agent
Jacquelyn Tingen
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dale Moody
Cornerstone Properties
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$363,000
Premium/Discount to List
$14,000
4.01%
Views
25
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.96%
Original Mortgage
$363,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2014
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Gutierrez Cesar and Gutierrez Monica
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2013
Sold by
Schwartz Kimberly S and Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2006
Sold by
Kb Home Raleigh Durham Llc
Bought by
Schwartz Kimberly S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$17,344
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in White Oak, NC
-
Lisa Hayes
-
Bill Stevenson
Bill Stevenson
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
(984) 204-7266
124 Total Sales
1 in White Oak
$346,250 Price
-
Lexxi Perez
Lexxi Perez
LX Realty
(984) 733-1014
43 Total Sales
1 in White Oak
$435,000 Price
-
Jo Smith
Jo Smith
Responds QuicklyNorthside Realty Inc.
(888) 857-3486
86 Total Sales
1 in White Oak
$645,000 Price
-
Samara Presley
Samara Presley
Smart Choice Realty Company
(984) 205-8568
271 Total Sales
1 in White Oak
$500,000 Price
-
Sharon Evans
Sharon Evans
EXP Realty LLC
(984) 833-2476
981 Total Sales
1 in White Oak
$550,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $363,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Trustee Deed | $156,580 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $173,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $363,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $147,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $17,344 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $138,756 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 07/09/26 | Sold | $372,000 | -2.1% | $212 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/08/2026 06/08/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | For Sale | $379,900 | +4.7% | $216 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Sold | $363,000 | +4.0% | $219 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $349,000 | -- | $211 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Dale Moody
Seller's Agent in 2026
Dale Moody
Cornerstone Properties
(919) 607-4606
2 in this area
144 Total Sales
-
Don Moody
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Don Moody
Cornerstone Properties
(919) 341-9594
1 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Danielle Hamid
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Danielle Hamid
PEAK REALTY GROUP NC LLC
(919) 632-0465
1 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Jacquelyn Tingen
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jacquelyn Tingen
Real Broker, LLC
(919) 749-3751
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10162376
APN: 1629.01-28-8577-000
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