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$320,000

817 W Academy St Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

3 beds
2 full
1,163 sqft
0.5 acres
$275 / sqft
House

Property details

About 817 W Academy St

Welcome to this well-built and meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, ideally situated within the city limits of Fuquay-Varina on nearly half an acre. Located just one mile from Downtown and Fleming Loop Park, and within 10 miles of Holly Springs Towne Center, new Wally's entertainment center, Wake Tech's main campus, and two HWY 540 access points, this home offers both convenience and charm—with no HOA! The kitchen features quartz countertops and ample cabinet space, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Upstairs, a walk-up attic provides generous storage and is pre-plumbed for a bathroom, offering an easy path to finish the space and expand your square footage. Enjoy the outdoors with a spacious deck, fenced backyard, and serene pond view. Sellers are offering closing cost assistance in place of paint and deck staining, making this an excellent opportunity to personalize and make it your own.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Size1,163 sqft
Lot size0.46 Acres
Year built2018
ParkingConcrete, Driveway
MLS #10108315

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Primary Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Concrete, Driveway
  • Exterior: Back Fence, Wire Fence, Patio, Fence, Gutters
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $320,000
  • Price/SqFt: $275
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,334
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From RDU, Head southwest on Airport Blvd/John Brantley Blvd. Continue straight to stay on Airport Blvd. Turn left to merge onto I-40 E. Merge to I-40 E. Take exit 293 for US-1 E/US-64 W/I-440 E toward Sanford/Wake Forest. Slight right to merge to US-1 S/US-64 W toward Asheboro. Take exit 95 toward Holly Springs/Fuquay-Varina. Turn left to NC-55 E. Continue to NC-55 Bypass E. Continue to NC-55 E. Turn right to Judd Pkwy. Turn right to NC 42 W. House will be on the left.
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Living Area: 1,163 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10108315
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Legacy Partners Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (919) 552-8664
  • Office Email: customercare@nclegacy.com
  • Listing Agent: Katyna Bunn

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 03, 2018
Home Sold
$212,000
Jan 11, 2018
Home Sold
$70,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$265,603$2,334
2023$200,960$2,254
2022$200,960$2,119
2021$200,960$2,019
2020$200,960$2,019
2019$152,501$326
2018$30,000$314

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Lincoln Heights Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.9 mi

307 Bridge St

5

Herbert Akins Road Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.9 mi

2255 Herbert Akins Rd

8

Buckhorn Creek Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.0 mi

5651 Honeycutt Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,952. Typical income of Fuquay Varina, NC residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College FootballCollege Football
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Best BuyBest Buy
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • RamRam
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • Contemporary ChristianContemporary Christian
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 817 W Academy St

The listing price of 817 W Academy St property is $320,000.

The property 817 W Academy St is a house located in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, 27526.

Active Listing: 817 W Academy St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 817 W Academy St are: Lincoln Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Herbert Akins Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Buckhorn Creek Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fuquay-Varina Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Holly Grove Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Holly Ridge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southern Wake Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Holly Springs High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Willow Spring High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,334 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 3, 2018 for $212,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 817 W Academy St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 817 W Academy St is 1,163 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 817 W Academy St is 2018.

This home is located at 817 W Academy St in Fuquay Varina, NC and zip code 27526. This 1,163 square foot home, which was built in 2018, sits on a 0.46 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $320,000.

Fuquay Varina, NC housing market in June 2025 saw over 29 listings sold above listed price, more than 27 sold at listed price and over 62 sold below. The number of listings in Fuquay Varina, NC decreased by 6.6% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 57 days, the median list price was $450,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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