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$785,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 10115679 MLS CLOSED Status
MAIN-FLOOR ATTACHED APARTMENT with privacy for them and proximity for you. Rare Opportunity in HERITAGE WAKE FOREST. This custom-built Homes By Dickerson home offers something truly special—a fully self-contained main-floor attached apartment with its own full kitchen, den with French doors to the back deck, large bedroom, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath with fully tiled shower and double vanity. Perfect for multigenerational living, long-term guests, or a private work retreat, it blends privacy and connection seamlessly. The main house is also gorgeous in its own right. From the inviting wrap-around front porch with flagstone accents to the stunning custom landscaping and tree-buffered backyard, every detail has been thoughtfully designed. Inside, site-finished hardwoods, tall windows and transoms, and exquisite millwork—crown molding, wainscoting, trey ceilings, and built-ins—create timeless elegance. The chef's kitchen boasts a 5-burner gas range, double ovens, beverage refrigerator, granite countertops, pot drawers, trash pull-out, and wood-shelved pantry, opening to a sun-filled family room with stone fireplace and custom built-ins. The Heritage Wake Forest GOLF COMMUNITY lifestyle awaits just outside your door—tree-lined sidewalks, multiple greenway access points, golf, fishing pond, parks, playgrounds, and two pools by membership to the Heritage Club. You're minutes from shopping, dining, and the charm of downtown Wake Forest, with an easy commute to Raleigh. Practical upgrades abound: TWO WALK-IN ATTIC SPACES plus pull-down storage, walk-in closets in every bedroom, oversized side-load garage with parking pad, encapsulated crawlspace, three thermostats, updated HVAC (2023 & 2021), new carpet (2025), exterior paint (2021), and Bronze-level Energy Star certification. This home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and one of the Triangle's most desirable locations.

4113 Dotted Mint Ave, Wake Forest

$2,350,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 10150204 MLS ACTIVE Status
Looking for a large, private gated estate with the freedom to build the kind of home that most communities simply won't allow? Welcome to one of just ten exclusive opportunities within Watkins Glen Estates, where privacy, space, and true architectural flexibility come together. Beautifully situated on a pristine 2.5-acre wooded homesite, this custom luxury estate by Exeter Building Company is accessed through a gated entry and a long, winding private drive that leads you through mature hardwoods. The thoughtfully designed architecture blends modern cottage elegance with the ease and comfort of primarily one-level ranch living. Soaring ceilings, expansive walls of glass, graciously scaled rooms, and refined luxury finishes create a light-filled and inviting atmosphere. Every window and door is intentionally placed to capture serene views of the surrounding natural landscape, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The current plan features a first-floor primary suite, two additional main-level guest suites, a gourmet kitchen, and generous living and entertaining spaces designed for both everyday comfort and hosting on a grand scale. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the ability to fully customize the design to suit your specific vision and lifestyle. Room sizes can be expanded, layouts can be reimagined, additional bedrooms or living areas can be added, and even a second level or separate outbuildings can be incorporated if desired. Whether you envision a larger garage, boat or RV storage, a sport court, pool, guest house, or expanded entertaining areas, the flexibility exists to create a home tailored precisely to your needs. This is more than a home, it is a rare opportunity to design and build a private luxury estate without the typical restrictions found in most communities.

8417 Portmarnock Ct, Wake Forest

$525,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10131009 MLS CLOSED Status
Welcome to 321 Austin View Blvd, a beautifully designed and meticulously maintained home located in one of Wake Forest's most desirable communities. Offering timeless style, thoughtful upgrades, and a floor plan built for both everyday living and entertaining, this property checks every box. Step inside to find a bright, open floor plan accented by hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and abundant natural light. The spacious family room flows seamlessly into the dining area and a chef-inspired kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and ample cabinetry. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this layout delivers comfort and convenience. The first floor primary suite offers a true retreat with a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious spa-style bathroom complete with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Upstairs, you'll discover three additional bedrooms and loft are area that provides flexibility for guests, a home office, or a hobby room. Don't miss the versatile finished flex space via a private entrance above the garage with full bathroom—perfect for a playroom, gym, private work from home office or media area. Step outside to a private, level backyard ideal for grilling, gardening, or relaxing under Carolina skies. Located just minutes from Historic Downtown Wake Forest, local parks, and greenways, this home combines suburban comfort with easy access to shopping, dining, and major highways.

321 Austin View Blvd, Wake Forest

$1,459,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 10063119 MLS CLOSED Status
Back to nature. 2.5 acre executive gated Wake Forest Garden Club tour home estate with over 550 plants. Upgrade to a lifestyle of sitting on the loggia overlooking beautiful mature landscaping while taking in all that nature has to offer; maybe followed by an evening stroll up the canopied drive to the BW Wells State Park at Falls Lake. Natural light moves throughout this graciously appointed Stonewalls neighborhood all brick and stone home with many different outdoor garden rooms surrounding its custom design. Marble countertops appoint chef's kitchen with gas range and double ovens, SS appliances, walk-in pantry, lots of cabinetry with separate butler's pantry. Hidden wine room with refrigerator. Beautiful hardwood floors, domed ceiling in foyer and custom features and installations throughout. Fireplace, mouldings, irrigation, outdoor kitchen with grill and vent. First floor owner's suite with sitting area and spa bath, spacious recreation/billiard room with soundproofing opens to the loggia. Thousands of square feet upstairs await your dreams and expansion (5 bedrooms). Privacy and luxury abound. Dream laundry room with cork flooring. Oversized three car garage with lots of storage opens to paver drive. All appliances included. Loggia has marble artwork installed that was originally created for the 1939 NY Worlds Fair. This one of a kind piece is made of solid marble. Monthly HOA dues exempt on this estate.

1425 Bent Rd, Wake Forest

$539,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 10157360 MLS CLOSED Status
Move in Ready in The Meadows at Traditions in Wake Forest! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers easy living with an open-concept design that is wide open to the kitchen, dining, and living areas. The gourmet kitchen stands out with soft gray cabinetry, Fantasy Marble granite, an oversized island, and abundant cabinet storage, creating the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite is privately located at the rear of the home, featuring peaceful tree views, a spacious walk-in closet, and a well-appointed bath with a large walk-in shower. A secondary bedroom and full bath are located at the front of the home, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Upstairs, a generous loft offers flexible living space ideal for a media room, office, or hobby area, along with a full bath and the newly finished third bedroom, adding both functionality and value. Walk in Attic, too! Step outside to a private patio designed for relaxation or entertaining. Enjoy low-maintenance living with lawn service included, along with access to miles of walking trails connecting to the Dunn Creek Greenway and Wake Forest Reservoir. Community amenities include a pool, clubhouse, playground, sand volleyball court, and amphitheater, along with a vibrant calendar of events and social opportunities. This 2379 sq. ft. home offers a perfect combination of style, convenience, and community living. Welcome home!

609 Summertime Field Ln, Wake Forest

$675,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 10093404 MLS CLOSED Status
This is a one of a kind find in the heart of Wake Forest, walkable to downtown, impeccably maintained, beautifully renovated. The front porch with swing welcomes you! 10' ceilings grace the main floor. Enter and you will fall in love with the formal dining room, large living room with wood burning fireplace, updated kitchen with beautiful cabinets, premium appliances including 5 burner gas range, hood, built in fridge, beverage fridge, microwave, dishwasher. There is under cabinet lighting, tile backsplash, granite counters and a coffered ceiling. Don't miss the walk in pantry. den, bedroom & full bath. The lower level boasts 3 other bedrooms plus an office/flex space. One of the bedrooms is being used as a huge closet space with custom closet design. Hardwoods flow throughout most of the home. Designer paint touches in several rooms. There is also a large unfinished utility room where the laundry hookups are that offers great storage or an exercise space. There is a screened breakfast porch off the kitchen and a lower deck. An oversized , fully insulated, detached garage with finished space above with heating/ac units was added in 2008 with permit, however the renovations/upgrades in home & to deck were done by professional contractors but not permitted. Home has gutter guards, recirculating pump for continuous hot water, filtered water at kitchen sink. The 449 sq ft in detached note in mls is finished space above garage. There is an electric gate on the driveway that leads to the detached garage and fenced yard. The crawlspace was encapsulated in 2012.There is baseboard heating in hallway on lower level but not used. Storm door & storm windows. Unknown as to why there is a discrepancy in sq ftge from mls as these owners have not added/finished any additional interior space. Alarm system, washer and dryer do not convey.

518 S Main St, Wake Forest

$725,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10070145 MLS CLOSED Status
This house says ''I'm Bigger Than I Look''! With nearly 3600 square feet plus a 400 sq ft detached, INCOME PRODUCING cottage (ADU), this home is just what you are looking for. While the address says Wake Forest, it is part of the City of Raleigh. The turn-key detached, rental / guest house / mother-in-law suite is currently rented for $1250/month and the tenants would like to stay. The main house is a hard-to-find ranch home with a finished walk-out basement. It offers 2 master bedrooms, 2 additional bedrooms, and 4 full bathrooms. The renovated open kitchen and dining area serve as the heart of the home, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops with bar seating, a pantry, and cabinetry that flows seamlessly into the dining room. Gleaming hardwood floors extend throughout the main level, complementing the spacious carpeted family room, which opens to a balcony overlooking the peaceful, fully fenced backyard. The walk-out basement has tile floors, oversized bonus/media/recreation room complete with risers for theater-style seating and speakers, a gas log fireplace, and built-ins. The basement also includes a second master suite with an updated bath, a large laundry room, and another upgraded full bathroom with large walk-in shower. Step outside to a covered patio that's perfect for an outdoor kitchen. Hang your towel as you relax in the hot tub. Also, a separate storage/workshop and frog pond. The fully furnished, detached cottage adds incredible value to the property. It includes a living room, kitchen, 1 bedroom, full bath, and washer/dryer. A separate gate entrance from the front courtyard leads you to the cottage, providing added privacy. Set on a .45-acre fully fenced lot, this exceptional property offers both privacy and convenience, just minutes from I-540, shopping, and dining.

11709 Falls Of Neuse Rd, Wake Forest

$387,500
3 Beds 3 Baths 10150631 MLS CLOSED Status
Welcome to this beautiful cottage-style end unit townhome in the highly sought-after Heritage Spring Town Homes at Wildflower -- where charm, elegance, and sophistication come together beautifully. Perfectly positioned on a prime corner lot within the Heritage community, this unique townhome lives like a detached single-family home with the only shared wall in the outdoor storage room. A covered corner front porch with a brick border and flower boxes invites you to sit and visit with your neighbors. This may be the best backyard in the community with a private, tall wrought iron fenced yard with mature plantings maintained by the HOA for low-maintenance outdoor enjoyment. The large one-car garage provides excellent storage with a side door and large windows and the extended driveway is private and accommodates up to three additional vehicles. Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the light, bright, and airy open floor plan. Beautiful hardwood floors grace the living, dining, kitchen, and breakfast areas, while a cozy slate fireplace anchors the main living space. Plantation shutters add a high-end luxury look to the many windows. Designed for gatherings, the bright eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, an island with seating for two, and is conveniently located between the dining room and family room. A gas hookup for the stove is an added bonus. Rounding out this well-designed townhome is a flexible first-floor space: a bedroom and full bathroom offer options for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. Head upstairs to the primary suite with an ensuite and large walk in closet. This space is complemented by a third bedroom -- and another full bath!- creating a private retreat for family or guests. There are lighted storage areas in the upstairs bedrooms and a hallway closet. You will see that the owners have meticulously maintained the home and many features have been recently updated including a new roof (4 1/2 years old), new paint throughout, and laundry room updates, just to name a few. Enjoy resort-style amenities just steps from your door -- golf at Heritage (https://www.playheritagegolf.com/), walk to the Greenway or to the neighborhood pool, cast a line in the stocked fishing pond, or sit and enjoy the butterfly park. The HOA board frequently plans events at the Heritage Spring gazebo and is a great way to get to know the wonderful people who live in the neighborhood. This is more than a home -- it's a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and community. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours. Heritage 2 HOA: https://www.casnc.com/communities/heritage-wake-forest-2/ Heritage Spring HOA: https://www.pindell-wilson.com/Associations/Association-Directory-Documents/Details?id=116

3819 Heritage Spring Cir, Wake Forest

$425,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 10147435 MLS CLOSED Status
Rooted in Wake Forest history and lovingly reimagined for modern life, this ranch-style mill home, originally part of the Royal Mill village, blends preserved character with fully updated infrastructure. Held by its original owners until the 1980s, the home has been painstakingly renovated by the current owners to retain its historic charm while being brought fully to modern code for today's lifestyle. High ceilings, portions of original hardwood floors, and the welcoming front porch serve as timeless nods to its mill-era origins. Thoughtfully reimagined living and bedroom spaces allow the home to live far larger than its footprint, offering an airy, open feel throughout. The renovated kitchen anchors the home with a large island, abundant cabinetry, and walk-in pantry, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, while the expansive main-floor primary suite features a massive walk-in closet and beautifully updated spa-style bath. Extensive improvements to systems, structure, and roof provide the peace of mind typically found in new construction. Located just blocks from downtown Wake Forest's White Street and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and adjacent to the Wake Forest Historic District, the setting offers tree-lined streets and timeless small-town charm. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Wake Forest history thoughtfully preserved and beautifully rebuilt for modern living.

108 W Chestnut Ave, Wake Forest

$277,500
2 Beds 2 Baths 10142142 MLS CLOSED Status
Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath cottage-style single-family home, offering the perfect blend of peaceful living and everyday convenience in the ever-growing Wake Forest area. Situated on a spacious backyard oasis, this property is a dream come true for gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The owner has thoughtfully cultivated an abundant, healthy, and fully established fruit garden that produces year after year. Enjoy your own private orchard featuring 8 peach trees, 11 fig trees, 6 apple trees, 3 cherry trees, 9 prune trees, 5 pomegranate trees, 2 chestnut trees, 2 grape vines, and more — all lovingly cared for and thriving. Inside, the home offers a functional and comfortable layout with two generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, ideal for everyday living or hosting guests. Step outside and experience true peace of mind with ample space to relax, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the tranquility that's becoming harder to find as the area continues to grow. This lovely property provides a rare opportunity to enjoy a full garden lifestyle without sacrificing location — offering privacy, space, and natural beauty while remaining close to shopping, dining, and everything Wake Forest has to offer. A truly special home for buyers seeking a connection to nature, sustainability, and serene living. Don't miss this unique opportunity.

657 Flaherty Ave, Wake Forest

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