8517 Falkirk Ridge Ct Wake Forest, NC 27587
Falls Lake NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,446/month
Total Views
205
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,414
Sq Ft
$249
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Finished Room Over Garage
- Transitional Architecture
- Bonus Room
- North Forest Pines Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
Nestled in the desirable Wake Forest community of Cotesworth Downs, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and thoughtful upgrades. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the lush Bermuda sod lawn and the inviting front porch, enhanced with PVC-wrapped posts, cedar rails, and elegant metal spindles—an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy the neighborhood.Step inside to discover spacious living areas and a stunning primary suite, featuring a renovated bath with a custom-built red oak vanity topped in granite and a freestanding soaking tub with a floor-mounted chrome faucet and hand shower. The heart of the home, the kitchen, boasts solid-surface countertops, a gas range, lighted cabinetry, and a picturesque window that frames views of the serene garden and outdoor living space.Entertain with ease in the formal dining room adorned with wainscoting, chair rail, and crown molding, or host gatherings on the dual-level back deck—perfect for grilling and relaxing. The deck flows into a cement patio with a cozy fire pit area for cool evenings under the stars.Additional features include a generous bonus room, an unfinished walk-up attic with expansion potential, and a detached insulated garage/workshop with epoxy flooring and maple plywood finish. Modern upgrades ensure peace of mind and convenience: a CPI security system with doorbell and cameras, Wyze cameras over the garage, motion-sensor lighting, a side-entry garage, a tankless water heater, a newer HVAC system, ample storage, and a 50-year architectural shingle roof with a transferable warranty. The exterior has been recently pressure-washed, gutters cleaned, and the septic system pumped.This delightful home blends timeless charm with modern amenities and is ready to welcome its new owners!*Additional photos and video to be added.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, May 11, 202512:00 to 2:00 pm5/11/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:005/11/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,140
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 0.92 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Cleared Lot
- Many Trees
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Finished Room Over Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Transitional Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Masonite
Interior Spaces
- 2,414 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Chandelier
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage
- Outdoor Smart Camera
- Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Gas Oven
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Attic
- Permanent Attic Stairs
- Unfinished Attic
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Fire Pit
- Exterior Lighting
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- North Forest Elementary School
- Wake Forest Middle School
- Wake Forest High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Cotesworth Downs Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 16
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,140 | $502,415 | $100,000 | $402,415 |
| 2023 | $2,782 | $354,284 | $70,000 | $284,284 |
| 2022 | $2,579 | $354,284 | $70,000 | $284,284 |
| 2021 | $2,510 | $354,284 | $70,000 | $284,284 |
| 2020 | $2,468 | $354,284 | $70,000 | $284,284 |
| 2019 | $2,514 | $305,322 | $70,000 | $235,322 |
| 2018 | $2,311 | $305,322 | $70,000 | $235,322 |
| 2017 | $2,191 | $305,322 | $70,000 | $235,322 |
| 2016 | $2,147 | $305,322 | $70,000 | $235,322 |
| 2015 | $2,169 | $309,408 | $70,000 | $239,408 |
| 2014 | $2,056 | $309,408 | $70,000 | $239,408 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $600,000 | -- | $249 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $305,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $299,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $244,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $226,584 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $239,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $30,448 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $33,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $167,500 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10094766
APN: 1832.01-26-9039-000
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