1304 Essex Skipper Way, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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1304 Essex Skipper Way,Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
$685,000
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
Listed by:anna powell
Office:exp realty llc.
MLS#:10097900
Source:RD
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Price summary
- Price:$685,000
- Monthly HOA dues:$266
About this home
Move-in ready and meticulously maintained, this tastefully designed and upgraded (Stardom model) home in the coveted Carolina Gardens 55+ community offers close to 2,200 sq. ft. of elegant living on a premium 0.35-acre cul-de-sac lot—one of the largest in the neighborhood—backing to woods for added privacy. Prime location just minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, downtown Fuquay-Varina, and easy access to Raleigh and surrounding areas. Shows like new with over $83,000 in enhancements, including luxury laminate flooring throughout, gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, soft-close cabinets, extended backsplash and Whirlpool appliance package.
The open-concept living area is perfect for entertaining with a built-in wine bar, gas fireplace with slate surround and mantle, and a screened-in porch with extended patio. The layout includes two ensuite bedrooms, each with a private full bath (including a tubless shower in the secondary suite), ideal for guests or multigenerational living, and an additional half bathroom for guests. The primary suite features a roll-in zero-entry shower with dual showerheads and upgraded finishes. A flex room offers versatility as a home office, den, or creative space.
Other upgrades include: LED downlighting, pendant lighting, laundry room cabinetry, privacy glass front door, and Leaf Filter Gutter Guards (2023). The 2-car garage features an 11' x 14' bump-out space—perfect for storage, a hobby area, or a home workshop—and a dedicated 220V outlet ideal for EV charging or heavy-duty tools. Inside, the oversized laundry room offers exceptional space for storage, hobbies, or crafting.
Residents enjoy a resort-style lifestyle with access to a 20,500 sq. ft. clubhouse, indoor/outdoor pools, pickleball/tennis courts, fitness center, dog park, gardens, café, and more—plus dozens of clubs for all interests and a full-time lifestyle director. HOA includes lawn care, cable, and internet.
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Home facts
- Year built:2022
- Listing Id #:10097900
- Added:90 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 20, 2025 at 03:56 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:2022
Schools
- High school:Wake - Willow Spring
- Middle school:Wake - Fuquay Varina
- Elementary school:Wake - South Lakes
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$685,000
- Tax amount:$5,434
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