For a complete list of homes with basements in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle scroll down to the bottom of this page. If you are interested in a little information first please read on!
If you've been trying to find a house with a basement here in the Triangle, you may have discovered that there aren't that many of them. That's because the ground is heavy clay that creates a risk of water damage, and in certain areas we have boulders that can make building a basement difficult. In areas where it's colder, like the northern part of the state, you're more likely to find basements because builders have to dig the foundation below the frost line. But here in the Triangle, where it's warmer, builders aren't required to dig as deep—and so to save money they build on a slab or crawlspace instead.
These days, basements are about a lot more than storage. A finished basement can add a lot of value to your house, even compared to bonus rooms and finished attics.
Walkout basements, which are built on sloped lots and have sliding glass doors to the outdoors, are even more valuable per square foot than regular finished basements. Thanks to the outdoor access you can use it to store bicycles, lawnmowers, and so on, or you can add bedrooms or use the space for indoor-outdoor parties. You might even turn your walkout basement into a rental for extra income. (Keep in mind that any bedrooms you add to your walkout basement are required to have their own access to the outdoors.)
Even if you're just interested in storage, it can be more economical to have an unfinished basement than to use, say, a spare bedroom or a bonus room as your storage space. Unfinished basements are not considered living space, so they don't add to the official living area of your home, and are taxed at different rates.
If you have your heart set on a home with a basement and can't find one (or can't afford one), there are other options that can get you the functionality you want.
For example, say you wanted a basement for a bar, game room, separate laundry, extra bedroom, playroom, home gym, workshop, or craft room. Some of these alternatives may work just as well for you, and they're a lot easier to find in North Carolina.
With any of these alternatives that require you to move walls, close in structures, or build new structures, you'll want to check your HOA rules and zoning laws, and consult with a qualified renovation company.
If you are still set on a home with a basement see below for a complete list of current inventory.
Rare find in Raleigh! Grand town home literally minutes to Crabtree, Downtown, shopping, dining, and entertainment! Foyer entrance sets the tone for this home with rich w...
Minutes to Duke! Walden Pond 2 bed 1 1/2 bath townhome with furnished studio on basement level, sep. entrance, currently rented on mo to mo.$550.Upstairs is vacant and e...
This split level, 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home is quietly located on a cul-de-sac, and it's definitely an affordable option for a home with plenty of space both inside and...
Excellent 2 story Condo in Perfect Cary Location! Walk up the front deck to to enter this home, and you'll find the Updated Kitchen with Granite, and an open Dining Area...
ATTENTION INVESTORS! Leased through 6/26/2024 for $1800/month!! NO HOA dues! Beautifully updated END UNIT on quiet culdesac!! New Granite countertops. New range & dishwa...
Rare opportunity to own a three-level townhome in the highly sought-after Village West subdivision! Minutes from the heart of Carrboro and walking trails. Located on a f...
This 3 bed/1.5 Bath split level is an investors dream. The location is fantastic and there is NO HOA. The basement is finished and a two car detached garage w/work space ...
Spacious three bedroom split level home that offers hardwood floors, finished basement area plus private fenced yard area with in ground pool.
FABULOUS LOCATION! Simply an incredible opportunity to get into Westglen under $400K. This is a real diamond in the rough. Needs major cosmetic work to include kitchen a...
Beautiful and spacious home with a FULL BASEMENT situated on a corner lot. Close to Northgate Mall, Duke East campus and I-85. Home renovated with NEW WINDOWS, NEW COUN...
Great location Close to Downtown Mebane with all the Shops and Restaurants. Brick Ranch with partial finished basement and unfinished storage area on large corner lot, 3 ...
This home has it all! Updates & space galore and best of all - you can't beat the location! One of the largest townhomes in Northclift, offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 4...
Beautiful all brick home on corner lot with finished walkout basement. This home is simply gorgeous inside! Stunning remodeled kitchen with top of the line appls, quartz ...
Welcome to sought after Citiside @ Beaver Creek in Apex, minutes from downtown. Fantastic open floor plan! This open layout offers a step down bright open family room, wi...
Location, Location, Location! Desirable neighborhood next to Cary Crossroads. Walk to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Covered front porch invites you into a ...
End unit townhome! Private street with wooded area view! Fireplace! Basement Rec Room with half bath! 4 bedrooms or 3 bedrooms with main floor office/study. 2 car gara...
This is really an amazing home with 3 (count them... three!) additional parcels on a private road that offers so much flexibility to you! This is a charming Ranch floor ...
Completely renovated property from top to bottom with all new EVERYTHING! This property has been upgraded with beautiful countertops for kitchen and bath, shower and bath...
Absolutely stunning split level home on .93 acres with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, plus an office that can be a br if needed! Completely redone top to bottom! Beautiful ...
Brand NEW energy-efficient home READY NOW! Work from home or designate a homework space in the second-story study. Down the hall, the spacious primary suite boasts dual s...
Updated and spacious 3 bedroom home with a full basement. In a sought after "close to everything" neighborhood! The Kitchen features all new quartz counter tops, cabinets...
4 Bedroom Transitional Colonial Home in Rockwood. It has both a verdant, forest setting & is mere blocks from some of Durham's best food & services! LOTS of space in & ou...
Look no further this one has it all! Instant equity! Finished basement with over 3700 ft2. 5 BR, 3.5 baths, with a large master bedroom and 2 walk in closets. Large deck ...
Picturesque corner lot home located conveniently to I-540, retail, restaurants, hospitals, the Durant Nature Preserve, and more! Step inside and be impressed with the spa...
Immaculate story book Cape Cod on a Cul-de-sac with two primary bedrooms. Entry welcomes you to a bright family room, dining room with bay window & New light fixture, an...
The Secret is out! This well maintained ranch style home, in desirable Lakepark, has a finished basement and several unique features that you won't want to miss. Wood bu...
It's all about the details on this one!Mature tree's give you the privacy you want while remaining just a 3 minute drive to downtown. Natural wood details on the exterior...
Located conveniently to NC 98 providing quick and easy access to retail and restaurants! This home has it all! A spacious open floor plan, a formal dining room, office, a...
Great location and stunning townhome, don't miss this one! Gorgeous three bedroom townhouse in great NW Raleigh location. Elegant main floor with open plan layout and ha...
Showings start Friday 1/27. This is the one you've been waiting for! Charming and lovingly updated 3Br/2Ba in the heart of awesome Northgate Park. Kitchen reno in 2016 - ...
Lake living at it's finest! Wonderful views! This house was featured on HGTV Lakehouse Bargain Hunt! Lower level has been turned into a successful Airbnb, or could be a ...
A BIG home in Desirable Oak Chase. Quiet & beautiful neighborhood full of trees & wildlife. This home is a 5 BR, 3 1/2 bath home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac lot. Fenc...
Beautiful home in a great area close to shopping, activities, RTP, and RDU Airport. The bedrooms and bathrooms have been specifically spaced and designed for handicap acc...
Pristine home! Gorgeous 5 acres with fenced garden & 3-6x36 raised , organic garden beds. Each with own water hydrant. 3 more hydrants around property. Open land could ...
Stunning 2Sty w/Basement backing to trees in Bowling Green! This floorplan is FABULOUS! Engineered wood floors & custom millwork welcome you... Dining Room & Office off F...
Need A Lot of space? I mean A LOT?? This is the house for you! Spacious rooms throughout. First floor features large eat in kitchen w/tons of cabinets, dining room with l...
FINISHED BASEMENT ALERT! The Hickory is an amazing plan that boasts 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms with an open concept first floor that offers gracious entertaining space ...
Welcome to Lake Hogan Farms with amenities to delight the entire family. Pool Tennis & More. Enter your home with hardwoods throughout the main level and a vaulted foyer,...
FINISHED BASEMENT ALERT! The Chestnut introduces an open-concept living/dining space, first floor study with french doors, and covered porch overlooking a wooded homesite...
Get ready to relax in your own private oasis! Enjoy the seclusion of 1.73 acres located within Nottingham Forest, with a spacious lot and FINISHED BASEMENT for all of you...
Fixer in the Forest! It’s the summer of ‘69 and you just sat down in the groovy open concept living room of your brand new modernist deck house with a cup of joe in hand ...
FINISHED BASEMENT! 1ST FLOOR GUEST SUITE! HWD Style Flooring Thru Main Living! GourmetKit: Quartz Ctops, GE SS Appls Incl GasCooktop/WallOven/MW, Painted Cabs, Center Isl...
Updated ranch with full finished basement in the heart of North Raleigh. Beautiful home with brand new renovated kitchen w/vaulted ceiling, and updated three full baths....
Completely renovated, 2300sqft, split-level home Inside the Beltline. Brand new LVP in Kitchen and carpet downstairs. New Bay windows, Stainless Steel appliances and Quar...
UPDATED One of a kind with TONS of character! This BEAUTIFUL colonial brick masterpiece is nestled in the perfect location to access ALL that CARY and APEX has to offer....
Don't miss this opportunity to be able to earn income to cover your mortgage payment. Incredible opportunity to own one of the best kept secrets in Wake Forest! One of a ...
Beautiful home in Carolina Preserve, Cary's Premier 55+ Community! This spacious 3 bed, 3 bath home offers main level living with large 1st floor primary suite, guest roo...
This 6 Bed, 5 full bathroom basement home is immaculate and has been lovingly & meticulously maintained . Enjoy the open floor plan on the main floor w/lots of natural li...
Fully Designed Move in Ready home! -119 Dunloe Loop - Tranquil treelined streets, w/ sidewalks on both sides make Jameson Place ideal living. This Juniper plan offers an ...
Finished Basement Home located in the heart of Morrisville!. Brick front and front porch. Separate dining room. Large kitchen open to family room breakfast nook. Stainles...
Wow! Beautiful renovation inside beltline by Oak City Restoration. Down to the studs, lives like new construction but with a price per SF that doesn't make your jaw drop...
Spacious 6 bdrm/4.5 bath w/ over 4800 sq ft includes 1st floor guest suite and a finished basement for entertaining or space for out-of-town relatives with 2nd kitchen, b...
Available NOW with gorgeous new interior painting and gleaming hardwood floors on 3 levels of living space. Garage rehabed like new! Cobscook offers tons of room on a lov...
Lean back in your adirondack chair and enjoy this awesome view.Ranch home with completely finished walkout basement. 2 kitchens and 2 master suites in this home plus 2 m...
Beautifully updated townhome in Wakefield! Rare opportunity to purchase a home with stunning and breathtaking views of hole #1 on TPC Wakefield Golf Course and in walkin...
Amazing custom designed home nestled on a beautiful piece of land that has been painted and all carpet replaced. So much natural light with nice tall windows looking in ...
Walk out Basement on a wooded tree line!!! The Beech has it all. On the first floor you have a guest bedroom, formal dining room, butler pantry, gourmet kitchen, screen ...
ASK ABOUT $15,000 BUILDER INCENTIVE! Ready in Spring of 2023! The Burlington II offers a first floor study, open concept kitchen and Family space leading out to a screen ...
NEW BUILD 2022 HOME! Immaculate, beautiful new home in safe, quiet Holly Springs in Trinity Creeks subdivision! This 4br home has plenty of room for everyone and everythi...
All brick home with many upgrades on gorgeous 1+ acres (great for that in ground pool). Top of the line cabinets, granite countertops, light fixtures, appliances, and c...
50% off design options, up to $100k spend. Purchase by Jan. 31, 2023. Final basement opportunity, w/bedroom, full bath & rec room! Main floor features linear fireplace Fa...
PRICE IMPROVEMENT !!! Inside the beltline ALL BRICK home! Don’t miss this 4 BR , 2.5 BA w/ basement. Large screen porch with wrap around deck! Hardwoods throughout 1st fl...
Lovingly cared for by the same family for decades, this charming, original home sits perfectly on the crown of almost a half-acre lot, Inside-The-Beltline in North Hills,...
Comfortably grand masterpiece! Impeccable lawn, outdoor oasis featuring pool w/2 raised attached spas, fenced yard & deck overlooking it all. Impressive finishes througho...
Striking Modernist home nestled on a private, wooded 2 acre lot. Cathedral ceilings, open, flowing floor plan and walls of windows make this a spacious, light-filled ret...
This beautiful estate sits back on 1.69AC with direct access to Bass Lake Park Trails. Brand new Luxury Trex Decking overlooking the serene private, mature lot. Fresh coa...
Gorgeous executive All Brick home convenient to DT Raleigh. Spread out into approx. 5750 sq ft over 3 living levels, including a fully finished daylight Walkout Basement....
Stunning, custom one-owner home in West Burlington's premier WATERFORD community! Double Wrought Iron Entry Doors opens to 5,871 sq ft of luxury living, 6BR / 5.5 BA offe...
WINTER INCENTIVE! $20K IN CLOSING/BUYDOWN for acceptable offer by 2/28/23 New custom plan from ICG features unique ranch plan with 2 bedrooms + rec room in the lower leve...
Elegant custom home w/ basement opening to incredible private views, huge patio, Bradford spa, built in Viking grill much much more. Furniture Grade custom kitchen and ba...
Drees Homes stunning TO BE BUILT Ash Lawn plan - construction not started yet, still time to pick selections! Options 10’ ceilings on 1st floor, 1st floor guest bedroom, ...
Tastefully Appointed, Custom-Built Amward 6 BR Basement Home in Cary 27519! Pride of Ownership, Superior Craftsmanship, Versatile Floorplan with Over 5000sf. Site Finishe...
Pre-construction opportunity on the north end of the lake. Property already has existing double slip dock. Builder offering 65K allowance for upgrades. Great open house p...
TO BE BUILT- Beautiful custom home with 10’ Ceilings, Exterior Black Trim Windows, 3 Total Garages (2 Car Side Entry PLUS Carriage), Ranch Plan with Owners Suite Down, St...
LAST HOME IN SADDLEBROOK! New Construction Home Near Completion! Enormous, finished basement home with room for everyone! Two story foyer makes a grand entrance leading ...
Not another home like it! Home has the WOW factor. Custom-built A-Frame/Contemporary on 1.75 acres backing up to nature preserve. Total privacy! Enter into an open conce...
This gorgeous ranch lives like new! Renovated in 2019 by Midtown Custom Homes. Prime ITB location. Gorgeous gourmet kitchen w/quartz tops, new cabinets, Wolf cooktop & B...
Its all in the Details! Gorgeous Custom Home from Arthur Rutenberg on a Beautiful Wooded Cul De Sac Lot! Main Level Features Soaring Coffered Ceilings, Expansive Living S...
Beautiful, peaceful, remote yet convenient. Modern limewashed all brick farmhouse on 10+ acres 8 min. to Mebane, 25 min to Duke. Walls of windows allow you to enjoy past...
Elegant finished basement home in highly desirable Greys Landing! First floor master bedroom with elegant bath and oversized walk in closet. Fully open concept plan with ...
Move in Ready Charming ITB Home in the desirable Anderson Heights Prime location. Fully updated still with the CHARM!! Walk through and be awed by a gourmet kitchen with ...
This home began as a Train Depot in Mayo Va. and was built in 1880, the great granddaughter of that builder rescued it from demolition and had it moved to it's current lo...
BUYER GETS TO DECIDE any/all upgrades & design features! Rare opportunity to build finished basement home inside the 440 beltline! Beautifully wooded .43 acre lot w/ open...
The Avenel features a breathtaking two story foyer with a Juliet balcony and dual staircase. The home has an expansive two story family room that’s open to the breakfast ...
The 4Cs. Captivating. Custom. Central. Clean lines. Architect Dynamic Design Group devised this modern marvel like no other. Impressive chef's kitchen with 48" range, 68"...
Magnificent Luxury home situated on over 4 private acres. Very open feel throughout this custom home with a Chef's Dream Kitchen that overlooks the elegant Living Room ma...
Finished Basement on over 2 acres! Our popular Ellsworth plan will be on this homesite. The first floor has a great flex space that can be used as an office or a formal ...
Architecturally distinct, sophisticated, yet down to earth, 145 Fern Forest will no doubt be the talk of the town. Two years of custom creation and renovation is finally ...
LAST CUSTOM BASEMENT HOME IN SWEETWATER-TO BE BUILT BY AWARD WINNING UPRIGHT BUILDERS! CALL LISTING AGENT FOR MORE INFORMATION. LARGE CUSTOM HOME WITH DESIGNER SELECTED F...
California Casual Living & Southern Charm Blend Together Perfectly In This Parade Of Homes Winner By Bost Custom Homes! Award-Winning Curved Staircase, Open Concept Desig...
Bonterra's only basement home! A finished walk out basement with 1487 sf and unfinished storage area as well. This one has it all! 1.8 acre wooded homesite with a first f...
**QUICK MOVE-IN 1st FLOOR PRIMARY& IN-LAW SUITE w/ HUGE FINISHED BASEMENT! 3 CAR GARAGE** Two-Story grand entrance foyer leads to impressive 2-story family room w/ tiled ...
2023 special price on this move-in ready modern farmhouse w style galore! Soaring 12 ft. ceilings create grand feel in family/kitchen/dining areas. Tall sliding doors exp...
This stunning Ellsworth home is a show-stopper in pale grey & accented w black windows! 2 story foyer is lined w windows for wow 1st impression. Main level offers full in...
Special close out price! Almost move-in ready!! Our Eden Park Modern Farmhouse offers 7 bedrooms & flex space galore! Main level primary suite. Wide open family/kitchen ...
This home is spectacular from start to fine finishes. The chef's kitchen has huge island, gorgeous tile back splash, granite, walk in pantry, gas cooktop w/hood, hardwood...
Modern Farmhouse with Southern Charm and ALL the space you need! Located in a golf-course community with pool, tennis court, basketball court, and fitness center, this h...
Rare find! Triple primary suites & 3 car garage! 8 BRs and 6 BAs including 3 large suites on 3 separate levels + guest suite on main. Super open plan w gourmet kitchen,...
Acreage and Space! This home is situated on 6.4 ac along Harris Creek. This 5 bedroom, 3800 sqft nearly new main level living is a dream come true. Thoughtful accessibi...
This fabulous executive home is a gem located in desirable Silver Creek! The 5 bedrm/5.1 bath home sits on .48/acre within walking dist. to East CH High; huge owner's sui...
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