Gene Rau, Realtor / Broker

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Gene Rau, Realtor / Broker

Realtor with Costello Real Estate in North Carolina, if you are looking for assistance buying or sell

06/28/2026

🏡 SOLD!

Congratulations to my amazing clients on the successful sale of 129 Kelly Ct in Goldsboro! 🎉

It's always an honor to help my clients through one of life's biggest milestones. Thank you for trusting me to guide you through the process from start to finish.

Thinking about buying or selling? I'd love the opportunity to help you achieve your real estate goals.

📲 Call or message me today to get started!

05/07/2026

A closer look at 160 White Ash Dr in Flowers 🏡

This home has so much to offer — beautiful spaces, a great floorplan, and a location buyers love. Reach out if you’d like more information or a showing. Costello REI - Triangle

05/04/2026

Just listed in Goldsboro 📍�129 Kelly Court

This one checks a lot of boxes—whether you're looking for a primary home or a smart investment.

Located just minutes from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (SJAFB), this property sits in a high-demand rental pocket, making it a great opportunity for long-term tenants or military housing.

You’re also in a convenient spot with quick access to major roads, everyday shopping, dining, and everything you need without being right in the middle of the noise.

✔️ 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms�✔️ 1700+ sqft�✔️ Nearly 1-acre cul-de-sac lot�✔️ No HOA

Plenty of space, solid location, and strong upside as a rental or personal home.
If you’ve been looking for something with flexibility and value in Goldsboro, this is worth a look.

Message me for details or a private showing.

04/23/2026

🏡 Finding a home with this much space, style, and location under $400K is getting harder to come by… and this one delivers.

Welcome to 160 White Ash Drive — a beautifully maintained home offering space, comfort, and modern living in one of Clayton’s most sought-after communities.

✨ Over 2,800 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space
✨ Open-concept layout filled with natural light
✨ Stylish kitchen with premium finishes
✨ Spacious primary suite + 3 additional bedrooms
✨ 2-car garage & 3 full bathrooms

Whether you're hosting, relaxing, or just enjoying everyday life, this home checks all the boxes.

📍 Located in Flowers Plantation, you’ll enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, and an easy commute to Raleigh—while still having that neighborhood feel people love.

📲 Want more details or to schedule a private showing?
Reach out anytime: 919-909-9753
— Gene Rau, Costello Real Estate

04/12/2026

🚨 OPEN HOUSE TODAY 🚨

This is the one you’ve been waiting for.

📍 160 White Ash Dr, Clayton
🕛 12–3 PM

4 bedrooms, 3 baths, over 2,800 sqft, and a layout that just feels right the second you walk in.

If you’ve been scrolling listings all weekend… stop and come see this one in person.

👉 Swing by today or message me for details!

https://vimeo.com/1179974141?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/160-White-Ash-Dr-Clayton-NC-27527/338454721_zpid/

04/09/2026

🔥 NEW LISTING IN CLAYTON 🔥

160 White Ash Dr — Located in the highly desirable Flowers Plantation community!

This beautifully maintained home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and over 2,800 sqft of thoughtfully designed living space. Built in 2021, it combines modern finishes with functional layout—perfect for everyday living and entertaining.

✨ Open-concept main living area
✨ Spacious kitchen with updated finishes
✨ Guest bedroom + full bath on main level
✨ Large primary suite with spa-like bath
✨ Plenty of room for work, play, and hosting

Enjoy all the perks of Flowers Plantation living—sidewalk-lined streets, nearby shops, dining, and a true neighborhood feel.

📍 Clayton, NC
🛏 4 Bed | 🛁 3 Bath | 📐 2,806 Sq Ft

If you or someone you know is looking in the Clayton area, let’s connect for a private showing!

📩 Message me for details or to schedule a tour

02/05/2026

Full-circle moments like this never get old 🧡

From growing up together in NY to somehow ending up just minutes apart down here in NC—life’s funny like that. When it was time for them to sell, they made the call and I was all in.

This one had tight deadlines, a quieter market when we went live, and a few moments that tested everyone’s patience. But steady follow-up, staying the course, and trusting the process paid off—we got it under contract and all the way to SOLD.

Now they’re off to build their forever home on land that checks all the boxes: gardens, donkeys, chickens… and yes, maybe even a Highland cow 🐄✨ The kind of place where outdoor dreams actually fit.

So grateful for the trust, the friendship, and the chance to be a part of this next chapter. Wishing them nothing but the best as this new adventure gets started 🤍🏡🌱

02/03/2026

SOLD 🏡💥�First home together ✔️�Friends turned homeowners ✔️�LOTS of space to fill ✔️✔️✔️

Couldn’t be more excited for these two. So pumped I got to be their buyer’s agent and help them land this one. This house has room to breathe, room to grow, and plenty of space for them to make it 100% theirs.

Now the fun part begins—projects, memories, and putting all that space to good use 🔑

02/01/2026

✨ SOLD ✨

So happy to celebrate this closing in Clayton 🏡

Helping a friend’s mom land the right place makes this one extra special. From going under contract to keys in hand, this was a smooth journey—and I couldn’t be happier for her as she starts this next chapter.

Wishing many happy years ahead in this home!

01/26/2026

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT 🏡
My buyers are officially under contract on their first home — and they’re making the move from VA to NC.

They came down this past weekend knowing what they wanted, and Friday was all about getting to know each other and dialing in their needs. After I got home that night, I went deep into the MLS and tapped into some personal contacts to line up a full day of showings on Saturday.

Three strong contenders by the end of the day… but this one clearly rose to the top.
After some back-and-forth negotiations, we made it official today. I couldn’t be more excited for them to start their NC journey here — first home, first chapter, and a great one to begin with.

Congrats to my buyers 🎉
Let’s keep this thing moving.

Great listing presented by Laura Thompson Vevurka Broker

Address

911 Paverstone Drive #A
Raleigh, NC
27615

Telephone

+19199099753

Website

http://GeneR.costellorei.com/

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