$527,541
SOLD APR 9, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,810 Sq Ft
36,155 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$291 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.83 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Abbotts Creek Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of April 2025

If houses had personalities, this one would be warm, welcoming, and full of potential—kind of like your favorite cozy sweater, but with a lot more space to stretch out. 5800 Forest Drive is the perfect mix of classic charm and opportunity, sitting pretty on a huge, tree-lined lot that practically begs for a hammock, a fire pit, or the best backyard barbecue on the block.

Big yards are hard to come by these days, but this one? It's got space for days. Whether you've got a green thumb, a pup who needs room to zoom, or just want a little privacy from the world, this sprawling outdoor space is ready for whatever you can dream up. And let's not forget the attached two-car garage—plenty of room for your cars, storage, and those half-finished DIY projects (we all have them).

Inside, this ranch-style gem has been well-loved and well-maintained, with a fresh coat of paint in 2025 to keep things feeling bright and new. The single-level layout means easy living, with spacious living areas, natural light galore, and that effortless flow that makes a house feel like home. Love it as-is? Move right in. Feeling a little HGTV-inspired? There's plenty of potential to put your own stamp on it.

Location? Oh, it's good. The beauty of this home is that you get peace and quiet without being stuck in the middle of nowhere. You're just a quick drive from
North Raleigh's best shopping, dining, and parks, the heart of Downtown Raleigh, where nightlife, culture, and amazing food await
and I-540, making commutes (or spontaneous road trips) an absolute breeze
So, you get all the perks of a quiet, established neighborhood while still being close enough to all the action.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, a downsizer, or someone who just loves a home with potential, 5800 Forest Drive is the kind of place that grows with you. It's got great bones, a killer location, and endless possibilities—all it needs is someone ready to make it their own.

So, what do you say? Your next adventure starts here.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Annette Holt

Compass -- Cary License #231450 Listed on: 03/13/2025

Compass -- Cary

Co-Listed By

Davis Holt

Compass -- Cary License #275522

Last Buyer's Agent

Renee Conrad

Navigate Realty License #333515

Navigate Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,866

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 0.83 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R-6-R-6

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Lead Paint Disclosure

Interior Spaces

  • 1,810 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Schools

  • Abbotts Creek Elementary School
  • East Millbrook Middle School
  • Millbrook High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Oak Forest Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 172606276746000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,866

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0.83 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1976
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Co List Office Phone: 919-769-1956
  • Subdivision Name: Oak Forest Estates
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1810.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: No
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Ranch: Yes
  • Attic Features Pull-Down Stairs: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Levels One: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Flooring Carpet: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Main
  • Room Types Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • Utilities Cable Available: Yes
  • Remarks and Miscellaneous Syndication Remarks2: If houses had personalities, this one would be warm, welcoming, and full of potential—kind of like your favorite cozy sweater, but with a lot more space to stretch out. 5800 Forest Drive is the perfect mix of classic charm and opportunity, sitting pretty on a huge, tree-lined lot that practically begs for a hammock, a fire pit, or the best backyard barbecue on the block. Big yards are hard to come by these days, but this one? It's got space for days. Whether you've got a green thumb, a pup who needs room to zoom, or just want a little privacy from the world, this sprawling outdoor space is ready for whatever you can dream up. And let's not forget the attached two-car garage—plenty of room for your cars, storage, and those half-finished DIY projects (we all have them). Inside, this ranch-style gem has been well-loved and well-maintained, with a fresh coat of paint in 2025 to keep things feeling bright and new. The single-level layout means easy living, with spacious living areas, natural light galore, and that effortless flow that makes a house feel like home. Love it as-is? Move right in. Feeling a little HGTV-inspired? There's plenty of potential to put your own stamp on it. Location? Oh, it's good. The beauty of this home is that you get peace and quiet without being stuck in the middle of nowhere. You're just a quick drive from North Raleigh's best shopping, dining, and parks, the heart of Downtown Raleigh, where nightlife, culture, and amazing food await and I-540, making commutes (or spontaneous road trips) an absolute breeze So, you get all the perks of a quiet, established neighborhood while still being close enough to all the action. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a downsizer, or someone who just loves a home with potential, 5800 Forest Drive is the kind of place that grows with you. It's got great bones, a killer location, and endless possibilities—all it needs is someone ready to make it their own. So, what do you say? Your next adventure starts here.
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • General Property Information Horse YN2: No
  • Utilities Electricity Available: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Room Types Entrance Hall: Yes
  • General Property Information Spa YN: No
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 1810.0
  • Room Types Laundry2: Yes
  • View Neighborhood4: Yes
  • Common Walls No Common Walls: Yes
  • Disclosures Lead Based Paint: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 36155.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.83
  • General Property Information Stories2: 1
  • General Property Information:Living Area3: 1810.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Spa Features: None
  • Private Spa: No
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Stories: 1
  • Fireplace Features:Family Room: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Other
  • Fencing: Other
  • Acres: 0.83
  • Disclosures: Lead Based Paint, Seller Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Storage2: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Amenities:None: Yes
  • Horse Amenities:None11: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-6-R-6
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 36155.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 172606276746000

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3865.89
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Map Number: 35

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wake - Abbotts Creek

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Stephenson Gordon L and Stephenson Sandra
Bought by
Shackleford Wanda and Shackleford Charlie
Seller's Agent
Annette Holt
Compass -- Cary
Buyer's Agent
Renee Conrad
Navigate Realty
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$527,541
Premium/Discount to List
$27,541
5.51%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$523,750

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,791
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2003
Sold by
Leneave Dessie T and Myrick Kay Leneave
Bought by
Myrick Clyde Carlton and Myrick Kay L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2002
Sold by
Leneave George R and Leneave Dessie T
Bought by
Myrick Kay Leneave and George R Leneave Jr Irrevocable Suppleme
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $528,000 Longleaf Title Insurance
Warranty Deed $528,000 Longleaf Title Insurance
Interfamily Deed Transfer $170,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Sold $527,541 +5.5% $291 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $500,000 -- $276 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

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
2025 $3,882 $444,961 $185,000 $259,961
2024 $3,866 $442,819 $185,000 $257,819
2023 $2,844 $259,112 $180,000 $79,112
2022 $2,644 $259,112 $180,000 $79,112
2021 $2,541 $259,112 $180,000 $79,112
2020 $2,495 $259,112 $180,000 $79,112
2019 $2,439 $208,716 $75,000 $133,716
2018 $2,300 $208,716 $75,000 $133,716
2017 $2,191 $208,716 $75,000 $133,716
2016 $2,146 $208,716 $75,000 $133,716
2015 $2,239 $214,257 $92,000 $122,257
2014 $2,124 $214,257 $92,000 $122,257
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10081880

Doorify MLS

APN: 1726.06-27-6746-000

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