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$6,828 Closing Credit¹
#10080859, Greg Peterson, Listing Office: Choice Residential Real Estate
$554,900 List price
1617 Jenkins Rd Wake Forest, NC 27587
$6,589
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,081 sqft
0.9 acres
$267 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1617 Jenkins Rd
Incredible opportunity in rapidly growing Wake Forest! This gorgeous home has been lovingly updated by its current owners and offers great flexibility all in a private setting. The main level features a family room with fireplace, dining room, updated kitchen with butler's pantry, and a flex room currently used as a home office. A coveted first floor primary suite offers an updated bath with custom walk-in shower and a walk-in closet. Other notable updates include water softening system, scraped popcorn ceilings, fresh paint throughout, LVP flooring on main level, and HVAC system on second level. Upstairs, there are 2 bedrooms, a flex room, and full bath plus a 10x10 unfinished storage room. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the expansive deck, covered gazebo, paver patio, and fenced backyard on a spacious .93 acre lot with many mature trees. With a detached garage and a workshop (with heater), you have room to pursue your passions or plenty of space for storage. With no city taxes and no HOA (limited protective covenants), this home offers the freedom more commonly found in a rural setting, but you are only minutes away from Target, Lowes Foods, Harris Teeter, and numerous shops and restaurants. Other popular destinations include Downtown Wake Forest (2.5 miles), Carroll Joyner Park (3 miles), and Falls Lake (11 miles).
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,081 sqft
Lot size0.93 Acres
Year built1986
ParkingCircular Driveway, Detached, Garage, Gravel
MLS #10082061
Garage1 space
FireplaceFamily Room
Summary
- MLS Number: 10082061
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: Fathom Realty NC, LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 455-6040
- Office Email: apeeler@fathomrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Aaron Wilson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2022 | Home Sold | $452,000 |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Home Sold | $304,000 |
| May 08, 2017 | Home Sold | $268,500 |
| Oct 12, 2007 | Home Sold | $244,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $454,640 | $2,843 |
| 2023 | $251,515 | $1,981 |
| 2022 | $251,515 | $1,836 |
| 2021 | $251,515 | $1,787 |
| 2020 | $251,515 | $1,757 |
| 2019 | $220,709 | $1,676 |
| 2018 | $220,709 | $1,491 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Richland Creek Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•840 Wallridge Dr
5
Wake Forest Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.3 mi
•136 W Sycamore Ave
5
North Forest Pines Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.2 mi
•11501 Forest Pines Dr
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 $106,170. Residents of Wake Forest, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
6%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
18%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
13%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
43%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1617 Jenkins Rd
This home is located at 1617 Jenkins Rd in Wake Forest, NC and zip code 27587 in the Matherly neighborhood. This 2,081 square foot home, which was built in 1986, sits on a 0.93 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $554,900.
While more than 14 listings in Wake Forest, NC in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 26 listings sold at asking price, and more than 37 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Wake Forest, NC between January and February 2025 increased by 5.1%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 61 days, the median list price was $526,600.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.