$4,453 Closing Credit¹
#10094781, Barry Alexandre Merkabah, Listing Office: Fathom Realty NC
$425,000 List price
129 E Chestnut Ave Wake Forest, NC 27587
$5,047
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,600 sqft
0.2 acres
$266 / sqft
House
Property details
About 129 E Chestnut Ave
Here's your chance to live in a move-in ready, charming, nearly-new home in the heart of Wake Forest's Historic District! Built just two years ago by a local historic preservation builder, this home delivers new construction quality with the timeliness charm of the Historic Mill Village architecture—the best of both worlds: modern comfort and historic character. Enjoy one-level living with a thoughtful split-bedroom floorplan, a spacious kitchen perfect for entertaining, and beautifully curated finishes throughout. The large 6' island is the centerpiece of the kitchen, while the dining area offers lovely views of the backyard. Relax on the welcoming front porch or on the covered back porch, which can easily be screened or enclosed later. You're just a short walk from Joyner Park, Flaherty Dog Park, pickleball courts, and the charm of Downtown Wake Forest! Washer, dryer, refrigerator, Ring doorbell, tv brackets, and bathroom mirrors pictured do not convey.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,600 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built2023
ParkingConcrete, Driveway, Gravel
MLS #10096734
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Concrete, Driveway, Gravel
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $425,000
- Price/SqFt: $265
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,827
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: US-1 North, then take a right on Stadium Drive, then left on N Main Street, and a right on Chestnut Ave
- Year Built: 2023
- Living Area: 1,600 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 10096734
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Cary
- Office Phone: (919) 882-3200
- Office Email: jason.rummel@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Elaine A Hudson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 01, 2023 | Home Sold | $390,000 |
| Jul 21, 2022 | Home Sold | $40,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $394,945 | $3,827 |
| 2022 | $40,000 | $445 |
| 2021 | $40,000 | $438 |
| 2020 | $40,000 | $438 |
| 2019 | $32,000 | $375 |
| 2018 | $32,000 | $363 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Wake Forest Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•136 W Sycamore Ave
6
Richland Creek Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•840 Wallridge Dr
7
Youngsville Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.5 mi
•125 US I-A
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 $64,915. Residents of Wake Forest, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
29%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
22%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
College Football
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Old Navy
Express/Express For Men
Dick's Sporting Goods
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Sonic
Arbys
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Kia
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Adult Hits
Contemporary Christian
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 129 E Chestnut Ave
The listing price of 129 E Chestnut Ave property is $425,000.
The property 129 E Chestnut Ave is a house located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, 27587.
Active Listing: 129 E Chestnut Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 129 E Chestnut Ave are: Wake Forest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Richland Creek Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Youngsville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Envision Science Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wake Forest Charter Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Heritage Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), North Wake College and Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Franklin Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,827 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 1, 2023 for $390,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 129 E Chestnut Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 129 E Chestnut Ave is 1,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 129 E Chestnut Ave is 2023.
This home is located at 129 E Chestnut Ave in Wake Forest, NC and zip code 27587. This 1,600 square foot home, which was built in 2023, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $425,000.
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. Listings spent 49 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $517,660 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.