521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle
Listed by: betsey cobb
Office: howard hanna allen tate raleigh falls of neuse
MLS#:10155656
Source:RD
Price summary
- Price:$1,020,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$306.67
About this home
This special property on a desirable 0.61 acre lot offers a rare opportunity in the heart of Wake Forest's Historic District! This is a DREAM home with modern updates & backyard oasis unlike any other! Location, Luxury, & Lifestyle all in one! 521 S. Main Street Enjoy RESORT-LIKE living & be minutes from everything-local schools, restaurants, & Hwy. 98/I-540! Beautifully UPDATED-4BR, 2.5BA estate with 3,700+ sq. ft. (3,326 finished/411 unfinished) blends timeless CHARM w/modern LUXURY! Outside--discover multiple places to relax, reflect, and rejuvenate! Float in the Saltwater Pool, gaze into the Koi-fish Pond, listen to cascading Waterfalls, perfect your swing on the sizable Putting Green, or lounge peacefully in the Gazebo--this property is an experience! End the day snuggling by the fireplace w/2 grilling stations! The awe continues--Inside, observe stunning designs & details! Tasteful modern updates! Rich hardwoods, designer finishes, practical floor plan, & high-end updates, this home is an amazing find & opportunity! OPEN-CONCEPT family rm w/MODERN coffered ceilings & FP leads to the BRIGHT GOURMET KITCHEN-Updated Granite counters, lighting, storage, & HIGH END appliances. Gas line present. Gorgeous Formal DINING, Private OFFICE w French doors, SUNROOM w/FP, & versatile FLEX room w/ceramic sink-tiled floor-ideal for hobbies, pets, fitness, or kid zone! Upstairs--4 PRIVATE/SPACIOUS bedrooms & updated baths await. Basement/workshop=endless possibilities! Media room, gym, wine cellar, teen retreat, guy zone, or storage. PREMIERE HOME WARRANTY & 1 MONTH POOL MAINTENANCE to strong offer! NO HOA/RESTRICTIONS! PRIME location! OPPORTUNITY AWAITS! MAJOR UPGRADES already complete--a Whole-House Generator, Roof (2016) w/50 year warranty, HVACS (2017), Roll out Marvin windows in Sunroom, Sliding windows in Flex, Nest thermostats, Miele Coffee system, Updated Baths/Electrical, Wired for Security, Front/Back Irrigation, Auto LED lighting & more! Sealed attic. Live in LUXURY & RELAXATION every day! *Read instructions on Attic access.* FPs unused by current owners. Estimated pool services available. Note: Nearby train-Minimal Noise....
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Home facts
- Year built:1925
- Subdivision & Development:Not in a Subdivision
- Listing ID #:10155656
- Added:132 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 07, 2026 at 04:00 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:9
- Flooring:Concrete, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
- Dining Description:Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen
- Bathrooms Description:Bathtub/Shower Combination, Double Vanity, Walk-In Shower
- Kitchen Description:Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Wine Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access, Workshop
- Living area:3,326 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Whole House Fan, Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Gas Pack, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1925
- Building area:3,326 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.61 Acres
- Lot Features:Back Yard, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Partially Cleared, Pond on Lot, Secluded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Waterfall, Wooded
- Architectural Style:Georgian, Traditional
- Construction Materials:Brick, Concrete, Plaster
- Exterior Features:Built-in Barbecue, Covered, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Front Porch, Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Patio, Playground, Porch, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Screened, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Light(s), Storage
- Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar, Combination, Concrete
- Levels:Two
Schools
- High school:Wake - Wake Forest High School
- Middle school:Wake - Wake Forest Middle School
- Elementary school:Wake - Wake Forest Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,020,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$306.67
- Tax amount:$6,852
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Blinds, Drapes, Screens, Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Pool features:In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Sweep, Private, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Waterfall
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Concrete, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Off Street
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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