521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
521 S Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Listed by Howard Hanna Allen Tate Raleigh Falls of Neuse
$ 1,048,500
Est. payment /mo
Price Dropped by $26K

521 S Main Street Wake Forest, NC 27587

4 Beds

3 Baths

3,326 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,326 sqft

Price per Sqft $315

Subdivision Not In A Subdivision

MLS Listing ID 10155656

Style House,Site Built

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,326

Year Built 1925

Annual Tax Amount $6,851

Lot Size 0.610 Acres

Acres 0.61

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Triangle MLS

Property Description

MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT & NEW PICS! — Now $1,048,500! Become part of history! Come visit this stunning home, see the magnificent backyard oasis, and fall in love! Built in 1925 by the prominent Dr. Wilkerson, this home still embodies the grandeur it held since its beginning. Enjoy a private, resort-style lifestyle while being minutes from everything in Wake Forest! 521 S. Main St.—A beautifully updated 4BR, 2.5BA estate with 3,700+ sq. ft. blends timeless charm with modern luxury. The backyard is truly one of a kind, featuring a saltwater pool, putting green, Koi fish pond, outdoor fireplace/grill area, and a large screened gazebo—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, designer finishes shine throughout. The open-concept family room with coffered ceilings & FP flows into an updated gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, induction range (gas available), Bosch dishwasher, and built-in Miele coffee system. Additional spaces—formal dining room, private office, bright sunroom w/FP, and versatile flex room with a ceramic sink and tiled floor—ideal for hobbies, pets, fitness, or play! Upstairs offers four spacious bedrooms and updated baths. The basement/workshop provides endless possibilities for a media room, gym, wine cellar, teen retreat, or additional storage. Major upgrades are already complete, including a whole-house generator, Marvin windows, Nest thermostats, front/ rear irrigation, updated baths/electrical, and more. The Gourmet kitchen is refreshed with modern features-a Sub-Zero Refrigerator/Freezer, Wine Fridge, & high-end Miele Coffee system! Washer, dryer, pool equipment/chemicals, outdoor ceramic art pieces & indoor curtains convey. High value CUSTOM Rocket Surfer conveys if desired. No HOA/RESTRICTIONS. Prime location with convenient access to Capital Blvd, I-540, and Hwy 98, short walk to downtown Wake Forest, parks, shopping, schools. This home checks ALL the boxes! Live in LUXURY & RELAXATION every day!

Location

State NC

County Wake

Zoning GR3

Direction Capital Blvd north from 540 to right on US1A North (Main Street) to 521 South Main Street on right. Shared driveway with 4 private parking spaces in the back with 1 car garage.

Rooms

Other Rooms Primary Bedroom: 16.8 x 15.1 (Second)
Bedroom 2: 13.5 x 18.4 (Second)
Bedroom 3: 15.7 x 15.3 (Second)
Dining Room: 13.9 x 15.1 (First)
Family Room: 29.2 x 15.3 (First)
Kitchen: 13.5 x 18.4 (First)
Other: 6.7 x 41.0 (First)
Other: 14.0 x 15.0 (First)

Basement Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Workshop

Primary Bedroom Level Second

Interior

Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Central Vacuum Prewired, Chandelier, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower

Heating Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Gas Pack, Natural Gas, See Remarks

Cooling Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Gas, Whole House Fan, Window Unit(s)

Flooring Concrete, Hardwood, Stone, Tile

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Decorative, Family Room, Fire Pit, Fireplace Screen, Glass Doors, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning, Other, See Remarks

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Blinds,Double Pane Windows,Drapes,Insulated Windows,Screens,Skylight(s),Window Coverings,Window Treatments,Wood Frames

Appliance 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

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Main Level, Washer Hookup

Exterior

Exterior Feature Built-in Barbecue, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Playground, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Light(s), Storage, Other

Garage Spaces 1.0

Fence Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy, Wood, Wrought Iron, Other

Pool In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Sweep, Private, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Waterfall, See Remarks

Community Features None

Utilities Available Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected

View Y/N Yes

View Neighborhood

Roof Type Shingle,Other

Street Surface Paved

Porch Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch

Garage Yes

Private Pool Yes

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Pond on Lot, Secluded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Waterfall, Wooded

Faces Capital Blvd north from 540 to right on US1A North (Main Street) to 521 South Main Street on right. Shared driveway with 4 private parking spaces in the back with 1 car garage.

Story 2

Foundation Concrete, Brick/Mortar, Combination

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Georgian, Traditional

Level or Stories 2

Structure Type Brick,Concrete,Plaster,Other

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Wake - Wake Forest Elementary

Middle Schools Wake - Wake Forest Middle School

High Schools Wake - Wake Forest High School

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 1840490946

Special Listing Condition Standard

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