521 S Main St Wake Forest, NC 27587
Estimated Value: $888,000 - $1,027,407
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,323
Sq Ft
$291/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- 0.61 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Traditional Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of February 2024EXQUISITE!! ONE OF A KIND! This Georgian home rich with history, just shy of a century old, has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully renovated with such incredible and top quality design elements. The owners spared no expense from the premium kitchen appliances & cabinets, trim work, bathroom updates, hardwood flooring throughout, upholstered wall coverings & custom paint finishes. Not to mention the resort/park like backyard with fish pond, in-ground salt water pool (10 person hot tub was filled in for landscaping but can be revitalized), putting green, screened gazebo, blue stone walkways & incredibly vibrant & lush landscaping. Home has a cedar closet, central vac, security, programmable thermostats, Miele coffee system, irrigation, custom iron gates, whole house generator & house fan, architecturally duplicated Marvin windows (2007 & 2019), gutter guards, newer hvac. Plaster walls. Built in safes. There is attic storage. Way too many details to share here-this home is a needle in the haystack, filled with charm and character. See owner feature sheet in docs for additional info.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Stonehenge License #185347 Listed on: 12/27/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,745
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 0.61 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 113x147x18x118x96x263
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Wood Fence
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Landscaped with Trees
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Shared Driveway
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Georgian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Lead Paint Disclosure
Interior Spaces
- 3,323 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Coffered Ceiling
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Pane Windows
- Insulated Windows
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Storage
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Down Draft Cooktop
- Microwave
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- French Drain
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Smart Thermostat
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Saltwater Pool
Outdoor Features
- Glass Enclosed
- Exterior Lighting
- Gazebo
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Wake Forest Elementary And Middle School
- Wake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Power Generator
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1840490946
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2024
Sold by
Dunlap Herbert C and Austin Christi H
Bought by
Dunlap Herbert C and Austin Christi H
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$383,500
Outstanding Balance
$382,113
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$585,989
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 27, 2023
Closed on
Jan 26, 2024
Sold by
Gaines Jonathan S and Gaines Lauren
Bought by
Austin Christi H and Dunlap Herbert C
Seller's Agent
Stacey Horowitz
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Stonehenge
Buyer's Agent
Amy Ballard
Better Homes & Gardens Real Es
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Views
64
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.41%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 1997
Bought by
Gaines Jonathan S and Gaines Lauren K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunlap Herbert C | -- | Ashemont Title | |
| Dunlap Herbert C | -- | Ashemont Title | |
| Austin Christi H | $1,000,000 | Srec | |
| Gaines Jonathan S | $260,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dunlap Herbert C | $383,500 | |
| Closed | Dunlap Herbert C | $383,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Austin Christi H | $750,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaines Jonathan S | $470,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaines Jonathan S | $217,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaines Jonathan S | $228,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaines Jonathan S | $221,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaines Jonathan S | $17,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2024 02/15/24 | Sold | $1,000,000 | 0.0% | $301 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2023 12/31/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/27/2023 12/27/23 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | -- | $301 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,011 | $724,126 | $180,000 | $544,126 |
| 2023 | $4,745 | $406,663 | $75,000 | $331,663 |
| 2022 | $4,552 | $406,663 | $75,000 | $331,663 |
| 2021 | $4,473 | $406,663 | $75,000 | $331,663 |
| 2020 | $4,473 | $406,663 | $75,000 | $331,663 |
| 2019 | $4,206 | $337,406 | $75,000 | $262,406 |
| 2018 | $3,982 | $337,406 | $75,000 | $262,406 |
| 2017 | $3,850 | $337,406 | $75,000 | $262,406 |
| 2016 | $3,801 | $337,406 | $75,000 | $262,406 |
| 2015 | $4,118 | $361,181 | $75,000 | $286,181 |
| 2014 | $3,986 | $361,181 | $75,000 | $286,181 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Stacey Horowitz
Seller's Agent in 2024
Stacey Horowitz
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Stonehenge
(919) 247-8759
11 in this area
225 Total Sales
-
Mary Bouchard
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Mary Bouchard
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Stonehenge
(919) 539-5819
7 in this area
171 Total Sales
-
Amy Ballard
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Amy Ballard
Better Homes & Gardens Real Es
(704) 560-9505
2 in this area
86 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10003421
APN: 1840.06-49-0946-000
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