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$1,030,000
109 Days On Site

521 S Main Street
Wake Forest, NC 27587

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,326
SqFt
$310
/SqFt
1925
Built
Subdivision:
Not in a Subdivision
County:
Wake
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Exciting new historical info! Already an exceptional home, its value is enriched by its history--the residence of one of Wake Forest's first physicians-there were only two at the time! This stunning estate is just amazing! It's a MUST SEE! Built 1925, by the prominent Dr. Wilkinson, (often recorded as Wilkerson), this home will amaze you! Enjoy private, RESORT-LIKE living & live minutes from everything. This beautifully UPDATED 4BR, 2.5BA estate with 3,700+ sq. ft. blends timeless CHARM & modern LUXURY! The backyard is an OASIS with a SALTWATER POOL, OPTIONAL HOT TUB/GARDEN, spacious putting green, Koi-fish pond, fireplace/grilling area, & large screened gazebo! Inside, there's designer finishes throughout. An OPEN-CONCEPT family rm w/MODERN coffered ceilings & FP leads to the BRIGHT GOURMET KITCHEN-Updated Granite counters, lighting, storage, and HIGH END appliances. Gorgeous Formal DINING, Private OFFICE w French doors, SUNROOM w/FP, & versatile FLEX room w/sink-tiled floor-ideal for hobbies, pets, fitness, or play. Upstairs--4 PRIVATE/SPACIOUS bedrooms & updated baths await. Basement/workshop =endless possibilities! Media room, gym, wine cellar, teen retreat, & storage. NO HOA/RESTRICTIONS! PRIME location! Close to Capital Blvd., Hwy. 98, local schools, & downtown! MAJOR UPGRADES already complete--a Whole-House Generator, Roof (2016) w/50 year warranty, Marvin windows, Nest thermostats, updated baths/electrical, wired for security, irrigation, auto LED lighting & more! Live in LUXURY & RELAXATION every day!

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Price 
$1,030,000
Days On Site 
109 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,326 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.61 Acres
Year Built 
1925
MLS® Number 
10155656
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$6,851.79
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
7 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
6 days agoPrice changed to $1,030,000
4 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.61
Foundation 
Brick/MortarCombination
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Two
Parking 
PavedConcreteDeededDetachedDrivewayGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces FrontLightedOff StreetShared DrivewayStorageSee Remarks
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Fire AlarmPrewiredSecurity SystemSmoke Detector(s)Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
3326
SqFt Total 
3326
Style 
GeorgianTraditional
Utilities 
Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedPhone ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
GR3
Interior Features
Appliances 
Built-In RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric OvenFree-Standing RangeFreezerGas RangeGas Water HeaterInduction CooktopMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorSelf Cleaning OvenStainless Steel Appliance(s)Washer/DryerWater HeaterWater PurifierWine Refrigerator
Basement 
Dimensions - 28.2 x 18.8Level - BasementDescription - Was not measured
Cooling 
Attic FanCeiling Fan(s)Central AirDualElectricExhaust FanGasWhole House FanWindow Unit(s)
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
DecorativeFamily RoomFire PitGlass DoorsMasonryWood BurningOtherSee Remarks
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
ConcreteHardwoodStoneTile
Heating 
CentralElectricFireplace(s)Forced AirNatural GasSee Remarks
Interior 
BookcasesBuilt-in FeaturesCedar Closet(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Central VacuumChandelierCoffered Ceiling(s)Crown MoldingDouble VanityEat-in KitchenEntrance FoyerGranite CountersHigh CeilingsHigh Speed InternetKitchen IslandNatural WoodworkOpen FloorplanPantryRecessed LightingSmart ThermostatStorageWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupLaundry ClosetLower LevelMain LevelWasher Hookup
Window Features 
BlindsDouble Pane WindowsDrapesInsulated WindowsScreensSkylight(s)Window CoveringsWindow TreatmentsWood Frames
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13.5 x 18.4Level - SecondDescription - Professionally Measured
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 15.7 x 15.3Level - SecondDescription - Professionally Measured
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11.2 x 15.1Level - SecondDescription - Professionally Measured
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13.9 x 15.1Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Entrance Hall 
Dimensions - 13.0 x 8.0Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 23.5 x 10.0Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Family Room 
Dimensions - 29.2 x 15.3Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 13.5 x 18.4Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 16.8 x 15.1Level - SecondDescription - Professionally Measured
Office 
Dimensions - 8.9 x 25.1Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
Other 
Dimensions - 6.7 x 41.0Level - FirstDescription - Front Patio
Sunroom 
Dimensions - 21.8 x 9.8Level - FirstDescription - Professionally Measured
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickConcretePlasterOther
Exterior 
Built-in BarbecueFire PitGardenLightingOutdoor GrillPlaygroundPrivate YardRain GuttersStorageOther
Fencing 
Back YardFencedPrivacyWoodWrought IronOther
Lot Features 
WoodedBack YardCorners MarkedFront YardGardenLandscapedLevelSecludedSprinklers In FrontSprinklers In RearWaterfall
Other Structures 
Garage(s)GazeboWorkshop
Patio And Porch 
CoveredFront PorchPatioPorchScreened
Pool Features 
In GroundOutdoor PoolPool SweepPrivateSalt WaterScreen EnclosureWaterfallSee Remarks
Private Pool 
Yes
Road Frontage 
City Street
Roof 
ShingleOther
View 
NeighborhoodPool
Waterview 
NeighborhoodPool
Windows/Doors 
BlindsDouble Pane WindowsDrapesInsulated WindowsScreensSkylight(s)Window CoveringsWindow TreatmentsWood Frames
Community Features
Building Access 
Front door
Community Features 
ParkPoolSidewalksStreet Lights
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Roads 
Paved
School District 
Wake County Public Schools-Buyer's agent to confir
Schools
School District
Wake County Public Schools-Buyer's agent to confir
Elementary School
Wake - Wake Forest Elementary
Middle School
Wake - Wake Forest Middle School
High School
Wake - Wake Forest High School
Listing courtesy of Betsey Cobb of Howard Hanna Allen Tate Raleigh Falls of Neuse



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