238 N Main St Wake Forest, NC 27587
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About 238 N Main St
Welcome to the JL Reid House located on the iconic N Main St in the Wake Forest Historic District. This majestic southern estate blends classical revival lines with modern updates and amenities. An expansive home featuring multiple generational living options surrounded by stunning grounds. Seize the opportunity of this rare gem as your personal home or investment opportunity. Situated in the heart of Wake Forest this home offers convenience to all shopping, dining, and entertainment options. MAIN LEVEL - Features a main living area with soaring ceilings, Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen with Breakfast Room and Large walk-in Pantry, Family Room flooded with natural light and Wet Bar, Primary Bedroom featuring dual WIC, dressing room, and bath, and Den. Two separate living areas offer options. A one bedroom with bath, Kitchen and Dining, and Living Room and a Two Bedroom with private entrance, Kitchen and Dining Room, and Laundry room. SECOND LEVEL - Features Three Bedrooms all with private bathrooms and Sitting Room. THIRD LEVEL - Features Three Bedrooms, Kitchen and Dining Room, ¾ Bathroom, and spiral storybook staircase leading to Cupola. BASEMENT - Features 4 car garage, unfinished space featuring two rooms, and laundry closet. All levels serviced by elevator. EXTERIOR - Features classic southern porch, deck, stone patio with custom brick accents and fountain, Circular Drive with Foutain and Neo-Grec Fountain, Pavillion, and sprawling backyard. Please view 3D Tour to gain a true sense of all this property has to offer.
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- MLS Number: 10085777
- MLS Name: Doorify MLS
- Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 584-9431
- Office Email: nc.triangle@exprealty.com
- Listing Agent: Phillip George, Paul Smith
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2017 | Home Sold | $870,000 |
| Jan 27, 2003 | Home Sold | $185,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,552,610 | $14,744 |
| 2023 | $1,175,422 | $13,678 |
| 2022 | $1,175,422 | $13,120 |
| 2021 | $924,701 | $10,145 |
| 2020 | $924,701 | $10,145 |
| 2019 | $798,213 | $9,394 |
| 2018 | $798,213 | $9,079 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Wake Forest Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•136 W Sycamore Ave
6
Richland Creek Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•840 Wallridge Dr
7
Heritage Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•3500 Rogers 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 $53,280. The majority of Wake Forest, NC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Extreme Sports
College Football
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Express/Express For Men
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Sonic
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
New Country- Classic Country
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About 238 N Main St
This home is located at 238 N Main St in Wake Forest, NC and zip code 27587. This 7,809 square foot home, which was built in 1901, sits on a 0.75 acre lot. Features: 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,650,000.
Over 14 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Wake Forest, NC. In the same period over 39 listings were sold below the listed price and 39 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Wake Forest, NC between February and March 2025 increased by 8.7%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $518,973, while the average time on the real estate market was 63 days.