#10089673, Ginger Peters, Listing Office: Keller Williams Legacy
1196 Smith Creek Way Wake Forest, NC 27587
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About 1196 Smith Creek Way
10,000 SELLER CONCESSION AND A PRICE IMPROVEMENT! 1-YEAR 2-10 HOME WARRANTY INCLUDED! Welcome to 1196 Smith Creek Way, a beautifully designed home in The Preserve at Smith Creek in Wake Forest. Nestled on a .92-acre wooded homesite, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,906 square feet of well-appointed living space with great attention to detail throughout. Inside, you'll find fresh paint throughout, new carpet upstairs, 10' ceilings on the first floor, and a blend of hardwood and tile flooring. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, featuring a large island and breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher and refrigerator, under-cabinet lighting, and granite countertops. The expansive first-floor owner's suite offers a tray ceiling, a spa-style bath with dual vanities, a corner jetted soaking tub, and a separate shower. Upstairs, French doors lead to a huge bonus room, plus a flex space ideal for a media room, workout area, or home office. The spacious 2-story family room features a gas log fireplace, ceiling fan, and large windows that bring in natural light. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with a screened porch and grilling deck overlooking a private, wooded backyard—ideal for relaxation and entertaining. Additional features include a 2-car garage with a workbench, an extra parking pad, a storage shed, and a vapor barrier in the crawl space. Enjoy fantastic community amenities including a clubhouse, pool, and playgrounds, all just 7 miles from Falls Lake—a perfect spot for boating, fishing, and outdoor adventures. Previous sale fell through due to buyer financing. Home was taken off the market and recently relisted after updates including fresh paint, new carpet, updated fixtures, crawl space improvements, and septic system pumping and service. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional home your own—schedule your showing today!
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- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Fireplace: Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Exterior: Deck, Porch, Screened Porch, Gutters, Storage
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- List Price: $694,900
- Price/SqFt: $239
- HOA Amount: $58
- HOA Frequency: Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,109
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Trees, Many Trees
- Directions: From Wake Forest take Highway 98. Turn right onto New Light Road. New Light turns into Bruce Garner Road in Granville County. Turn left onto Smith Creek Way. Your new home will be on the right!
- Year Built: 2007
- Living Area: 2,906 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.92 Acres
- MLS Number: 10081700
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker HPW
- Office Phone: (919) 876-8824
- Office Email: blasit@hpw.com
- Listing Agent: Jim Allen
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
May 17, 2024 | Home Sold | $510,000 |
Jun 26, 2019 | Home Sold | $420,000 |
Jul 30, 2007 | Home Sold | $362,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $583,424 | $4,109 |
2023 | $386,526 | $3,554 |
2022 | $386,526 | $3,533 |
2021 | $386,526 | $3,350 |
2020 | $386,526 | $3,284 |
2018 | $386,526 | $3,284 |
2017 | $335,527 | $2,990 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Mount Energy Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.2 mi
•2652 Hwy 56
7
Wilton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.2 mi
•2555 Hwy 96
4
Tar River Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.8 mi
•2642 Philo White Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $78,261. Most Wake Forest, NC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 1196 Smith Creek Way
The listing price of 1196 Smith Creek Way property is $694,900.
The property 1196 Smith Creek Way is a house located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, 27587.
Active Listing: 1196 Smith Creek Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1196 Smith Creek Way are: Mount Energy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Wilton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tar River Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), G. C. Hawley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Franklinton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Youngsville Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Granville High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Wake College and Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Wake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,109 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 17, 2024 for $510,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1196 Smith Creek Way has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1196 Smith Creek Way is 2,906 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1196 Smith Creek Way is 2007.
This home is located at 1196 Smith Creek Way in Wake Forest, NC and zip code 27587. This 2,906 square foot home, which was built in 2007, sits on a 0.92 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $694,900.
While more than 25 listings in Wake Forest, NC in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 39 listings sold at asking price, and more than 42 were sold below. The number of listings in Wake Forest, NC increased by 5.8% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $517,660, while the average time on the real estate market was 49 days.