1501 Samuel Wait Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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SOLD
JAN 30, 2026

1501 Samuel Wait Ln
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 6 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,984 sqft (on 0.51 acres)

$1,490,000

Last Sold: Jan 30, 2026
4% below list $1.55M
$249/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $8,406/mo*
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$1,490,000

Last Sold: Jan 30, 2026
4% below list $1.55M
$249/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $8,406/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,984 sqft
(on 0.51 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2006
Lot Size
0.51 acres
Living Area
5,984 sqft
Price/Sqft
$249/sqft
Parking
3 Car Garage
HOA
$24/Monthly

About this House

This picturesque Southern Living home has breathtaking panoramic views of the 10th fairway of Heritage Golf Course & is nestled on a cul-de-sac with a three-car garage & a tranquil main house with an attached private apartment. Enjoy the views if you sit on the front, shaded screen porch, or fire pit - this home is a dream. The main floor living offers the comfort of the layout, with the living, dining room & office having double doors to the front porch & breakfast nook. The gourmet kitchen is designed with functionality in mind - layout, appliances, island, storage & pantry. First floor primary suite is tranquil & provides an updated bathroom, view of the golf course, WIC & private laundry...YES! If generational living or private living space is on your list, view the spacious first floor apartment (full kitchen, living room, bedroom & bath). Additional first floor features are two staircases to the second floor, mudroom, built-ins, half bath & stunning views. Time to move to the second floor to view two sets of two bedrooms on each side of the wide hallway. Each set of two bedrooms is connected to a Jack & Jill bathroom & each has plenty of storage. The bonus, game & TV room can be the perfect space for entertainment, large office, or workout space. Other second floor features are walk-in storage & laundry room. Touring the breathtaking backyard retreat with seamless indoor-outdoor flow scenic views will provide different opportunities for relaxing or entertaining on the screen porch, patio, around the fire pit, or just walking your yard. Additional features: Three car garage, roof 2021, HVAC (YR 24,20,19,18), tankless HWH, landscape lighting & updates have been done over the past few years. The bonus, game & TV room is 1162 sq ft, which is not permitted. Enjoy being minutes from downtown Wake Forest, trails, shopping, dining, entertainment, & just 25-35 minutes to downtown Raleigh, RDU Airport & additional shopping, dining, entertainment & outdoor trails. The sought-after Heritage community offers convenience, beauty, & a strong sense of neighborhood. For more details or to schedule a private tour, contact Sommer Donahoe at 919-426-1762 or sommer@sommerdrealty.com..
1501 Samuel Wait Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,984 sqft single-family home built in 2006. It last sold for $1,490,000 on Jan 30, 2026 (4% below the $1,550,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,495,100, with a rent estimate of $5,936/month.

Home Details for 1501 Samuel Wait Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 20
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5984 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice MakerDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Closet,Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink,Upper Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas LogHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Golf Course

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal ShinglePatio / Porch: Front Porch, ScreenedExterior: Lighting, Rain GuttersFoundation: Pillar/Post/PierHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Driveway,Garage Faces Side
Pool
Pool: Association, Private, Swimming Pool Com/FeePool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 5984 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2006
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Traditional, Transitional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1850012364

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,550,000Price Per Sqft: $249/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake ForestCommunity: Heritage
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - HeritageJr High / Middle School: Wake - HeritageHigh School: Wake - Heritage

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5984 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Sidewalks

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Road Maintenance, Storm Water MaintenanceHas an HOAHOA Fee: $289/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.51 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10093318Above Grade Unfinished Area: 5984

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Insurance, Picnic AreaSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Sommer Donahoe, (919) 426-1762
Southern Lux Living
Bought with: Keith Duncan, (919) 723-7895, eXp Realty, LLC - C
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10093318

Price History for 1501 Samuel Wait Ln

DatePriceEventSource
01/30/2026$1,490,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10093318
12/10/2025$1,550,000PendingDoorify MLS #10093318
11/15/2025$1,550,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10093318
07/10/2025$1,650,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10093318
06/27/2025$1,735,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10093318
05/02/2025$1,750,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10093318
12/19/2006$939,000Sold
N/A
12/28/2004$154,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$545K
$15.71KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
Price per sq ft
$214
$4MoM
Available listings
523
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,089
Assessment$1,287,962
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1501 Samuel Wait Ln

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1317 Colonial Club Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/15/25
4
3.5
3,890
1508 Samuel Wait Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.06
Single-Family Home
$935,000
04/27/26
4
3.5
3,746
1501 Heritage Reserve Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.15
Single-Family Home
$940,000
09/25/25
4
3.5
4,016
763 Heritage Arbor Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
12/01/25
4
3.5
3,848
1316 Heritage Club Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$880,000
06/24/26
4
3.5
3,295
1525 Marshall Farm St, Wake Forest, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$895,000
08/05/26
4
3
3,474
1404 Marshall Farm St, Wake Forest, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$658,900
11/21/25
4
3.5
2,664
1548 Heritage Reserve Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$785,000
10/28/25
4
3.5
3,322
1528 Heritage Reserve Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$765,000
05/07/26
4
3.5
3,310

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What Locals Say about Wake Forest

At least 409 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Terri Coleman
    "I have lived in Wake Forest since 2004. Wake Forest has not done the best with infrastructure, but we have liked the neighborhoods we have lived in. "
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  • Elizabeth Miller
    "Lovely town with quaint feel but near larger cities of Raleigh and Durham with loads of shops and medical resources."
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  • Lou 3000
    "Everyone normally cleans after their pups and keeps them leashed. Neighborhood is normally clean and neighbors normally tend to their lawn."
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  • Taliaxo194
    "So far so good. 4 months in. Everyone is super “neighborly” Would recommend to families. "
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  • Itriplie94
    "I drive 18min to get to work grocery stores are nearby and fast food is nearby as well I drive 10min to closest car charger"
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  • Dakotac
    "Feels like a hallmark town. Stuff around but not overcrowded feeling!! Lots of greenery & a cute downtown"
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  • Lou 3000
    "The neighborhood has a lot of side walks. There are also many hills in this neighborhood. Walking trails are near so this is perfect for dog walking. "
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  • Lou 3000
    "Many walking trails, libraries and other extracurricular activities available for kids. Not many sidewalk accessibility other than main neighborhood."
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  • Danielle Livingston
    "I am not familiar with community events that make our neighborhood feel special. There is Friday Night on White; it is not special. "
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  • Madison Smith
    "Lots of families and group events. Everyone is friendly and I feel safe in this area. Would recommend "
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  • Monica.ortega70
    "Nice quiet neighborhood with well kept homes with huge property lots. Family oriented neighborhood "
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  • Madison Smith
    "Very friendly neighbors, great community that respects each other. Not sure about schooling because my little is 1 but I’ve heard good things."
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  • Monica.ortega70
    "Big yards for dogs to play in. Friendly neighborhood for walking your dog. Many parks and trails to take your dog on hikes. "
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  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "Really nice area for family and enjoyable living. Plenty of fun things to do. You will need transportation. Some residents like to complain because the sky is blue - but other than that, great place to live outside of Raleigh. "
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  • Michael Roberti
    "The commute to Morrisville and back is brutal. Lots of traffic on US 1 and 540. Accidents every day. People drive like maniacs weaving in and out of traffic. It is the only drawback to living here."
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    "We have a neighborhood pool with snack bar and bar which families can join. Kids can then participate in swim team. "
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  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "All of the people here are very friendly except for the few that seem to forget what it’s like to be a kid (or teenager) and enjoy being alive!"
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  • Sally Dixon
    "Location location location! Lots of community events, town events lots to do and see. Beautiful greenway and lots of amenities! "
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  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "There are great families, schools parks and resources for everyone. But not many outlets for teens. "
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  • Ljaddison
    "The community is walkable and has ample walking and bike trails, a large community pool, and all grounds are well maintained. "
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  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "People walk their dogs and for the most part, they’re responsible for the pet’s waste. Unfortunately, people are less tolerable of middle school age children and high schoolers simply being kids. "
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  • PegH
    "A real sense of community. We all look out for each other; never is it as obvious as when the last bad storm came through. Everyone was out the next morning helping to clean up tree limbs and leaves from the entire cut-de-sac, not just their own yard, sharing tools, equipment and man power. "
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  • Peggymhaas
    "We’ve lived here for 14+ years and love it. This little town has so much to offer; great restaurants, theater, parks, greenways and wonderful people! "
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  • Andrew W.
    "Pools are awesome. Neighbors are awesome. Convenient to everything you need. Great community! "
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  • Lwbenn
    "A bit of traffic around 4:00 to 6:00pm. My neighborhood is gated and has a very nice, exclusive Country Club. My neighborhood has it’s very own private security service and they constantly patrol the neighborhood."
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  • Camcolwill
    "This is a good neighborhood to raise children. The only concern I would have as a parent of a teenager would be them learning to drive in heavy traffic"
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  • Patsy
    "Schools are great. Very family oriented there is something for everyone in Wake Forest. Lots of nature & not far from Raleigh."
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  • Naresh G.
    "Quiet, not crowded No traffic Nice neighbors Family friendly community Plenty of supermarkets Awesome trails for hiking "
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  • Camcolwill
    "Community events in the park and on the Main Street are popular events for the community. The farmers market and the dog park are also popular"
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  • Kingangel73
    "Wake Forest is warm and welcoming. It is family oriented and pet friendly. The school are great and there's tons of things to do. "
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  • Patsy
    "Challenging at peak times of the day, considering I am commuting to and from Raleigh for work. Capital Blvd & Louisburg can be a nightmare."
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  • Peggymhaas
    "I am retired but when I was working I worked in Cary, NC which generally required a 45 minute to 1 hour commute."
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  • Peggymhaas
    "N/A. Retired but when I did work it was a 45 minute drive to Cary, NC. If I took Capital Blvd. the drive time could be an hour or more. "
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  • Peggymhaas
    "I am retired. When I worked my commute was 40+ minutes. However, it was quite scenic, crossing the lake and past several horse farms. "
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  • WF Resident
    "There are quite a few dog owners in my neighborhood. Most are responsible owners, but there are those that walk their dogs at night and allow them to relieve themselves in their neighbors yards. This is the part I dislike. I sit on my porch at night and you wouldn’t believe the things I see dog owners allow their dogs to do."
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  • Peggym
    "Meet in the Street, Friday Night on White, MardiGras, the lighting of the Christmas Tree all make Wake Forest special. "
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  • Julie B. .
    "Dog owners walk their dogs and there are trails in the common area for dogs to run. The lots sizes are big enough to have privacy from other neighbors. Fences are allowed. "
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  • Lindsay S.
    "They look happy to have large areas to take the dogs for walks. I myself don’t have any dogs, only cats."
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    "Dog parks are everywhere and it’s easy to get to trails and green areas but please clean up after your dogs "
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