$286,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2026

20 E Hester Ct Wendell, NC 27591

Wendell Area
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,179 Sq Ft
0.35 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 28, 2026

$243 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Storage
  • No HOA
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of July 2026

Thoughtfully updated and full of warmth, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home offers comfortable living in a peaceful setting. The inviting living room is filled with natural light and features a beautiful new brick fireplace with gas logs, creating the perfect gathering space to enjoy during the cooler months while overlooking the backyard. The thoughtfully designed layout includes a separate dining room enhanced by gorgeous built-in cabinetry, offering the perfect place to display your favorite décor or treasured pieces. A pantry provides additional kitchen storage, while large windows in the dining area frame relaxing views of the spacious backyard and the brand-new deck—ideal for entertaining, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding. Situated in a quiet neighborhood away from busy roads, this home offers a wonderful balance of privacy and accessibility. Enjoy evening strolls to charming downtown Wendell for dinner or date night, and take advantage of the quick drive to Wendell Falls for your favorite local coffee shop. With its inviting spaces, thoughtful updates, and fantastic location, this ranch home is ready to welcome you home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Moran

DASH Carolina License #283603 Listed on: 07/16/2026

DASH Carolina

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Reycroft

DASH Carolina License #299335

DASH Carolina

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,531

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 15,246 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Masonite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,179 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Wendell Elementary School
  • Wendell Middle School
  • East Wake High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Meadowbrook Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 178307587692000 0106242

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,531

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0.35 Acres

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1981
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Meadowbrook
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1179.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6Ik0wMDAwMDM4OSIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjEwMTgwNDU2IiwiU3RhbmRhcmRTdGF0dXMiOiJDbG9zZWQiLCJNb2RpZmljYXRpb25UaW1lc3RhbXAiOiIyMDI2LTA4LTI1VDE1OjI1OjMzLjAwMFoiLCJMaWNlbnNlZUlEIjoib2F1dGgyXzI1ODcxIiwiTGljZW5zZWVOYW1lIjoiSG9tZXMgUHJvIn0.twhA5BLHvvQNwMlZnkA9f7rW62BZ6t4Piy4wA14GvIY/badge
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Acres: 0.35
  • Construction Type: Masonite
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: No
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Wake - East Wake High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Wendell Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15246.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 178307587692000 0106242

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2531.04
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Map Number: 35

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wake - Wendell Elementary

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2024
Closed on
Feb 19, 2024
Sold by
Hearthstone Property Associate
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Dougherty
Northside Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Deidre Martin
Coldwell Banker Advantage
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.99%
Original Mortgage
$247,000
Outstanding Balance
$240,391
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,169

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2015
Sold by
Johnstone John and Johnstone Cecile
Bought by
Hearthstone Property Associates Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2013
Sold by
Hearthstone Property Associates Llc
Bought by
Johnstone John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,600
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2007
Sold by
Johnstone John Malcolm and Johnstone Cecile
Bought by
Johnstone Enterprises Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2006
Sold by
Innovision Inc
Bought by
Johnstone John Malcolm
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $260,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $83,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $247,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $83,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/28/2026 07/28/26 Sold $286,000 -1.4% $243 / Sq Ft
07/20/2026 07/20/26 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2026 07/16/26 For Sale $290,000 +11.5% $246 / Sq Ft
03/01/2024 03/01/24 Sold $260,000 0.0% $223 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/12/2024 01/12/24 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2024 01/11/24 For Sale $260,000 -- $223 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,606 $236,980 $95,000 $141,980
2024 $2,562 $236,980 $95,000 $141,980
2023 $1,794 $141,990 $38,000 $103,990
2022 $1,713 $141,990 $38,000 $103,990
2021 $1,705 $141,990 $38,000 $103,990
2020 $1,669 $141,990 $38,000 $103,990
2019 $1,420 $107,126 $34,000 $73,126
2018 $1,349 $107,126 $34,000 $73,126
2017 $1,307 $107,126 $34,000 $73,126
2016 $1,291 $107,126 $34,000 $73,126
2015 $1,311 $108,997 $34,000 $74,997
2014 $1,271 $108,997 $34,000 $74,997
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10180456

Doorify MLS

APN: 1783.07-58-7692-000

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