2021 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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OFF MARKET

$300,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,564 sqft (on 1.94 acres)

2021 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 26, 2024 for $300,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2116 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.04
Single-Family Home
$396,000
01/27/26
3
2.5
3,346
8236 Jackson Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.53
Single-Family Home
$500,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,763
2104 Possum Trot Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$591,000
07/17/26
3
2.5
2,635
3645 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.25
Single-Family Home
$552,000
01/15/26
3
2.5
2,385
2534 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.80
Single-Family Home
$510,000
09/04/26
3
2
1,767
3325 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.54
Single-Family Home
$525,000
09/30/25
3
3
2,928
3333 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.61
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/09/26
3
2.5
2,281
936 Borage Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.69
Single-Family Home
$350,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,598

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2116 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.04
$569,900
3
2.5
3,346
For Sale
2104 Possum Trot Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.24
$591,000
3
2.5
2,635
Recently Sold
3628 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.22
$575,000
3
3.5
2,550
For Sale
8300 Dolce Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.26
$859,900
3
3
3,481
For Sale
3657 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.25
$649,000
3
2.5
2,421
For Sale
3653 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.25
$693,500
3
3.5
2,700
Off Market
3649 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.25
$732,400
4
4.5
2,927
Off Market
2100 Possum Trot Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.27
$456,500
3
3
1,886
Off Market
3661 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.26
$602,300
3
2.5
2,540
Off Market
3645 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.25
$552,000
3
2.5
2,385
Recently Sold
3637 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.25
$595,200
4
2.5
2,564
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
1.94 acre lot
1,564 sqft
2 Open Spaces

About this House

Rare opportunity to own 1.94 acres in Wake Forest. Proposed road plan is listed in Documents. House has had water damage and is not able to tour, but feel free to look through the windows. House is as is. Great opportunity for investors.
2021 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,564 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $300,000 on Sep 26, 2024 (23% below the $390,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,100/month.
Last check for updates: 37 minutes ago
Listed by JerriAnne Joyner
Raynor Realty powered by Real
Bought with: Raynor Realty powered by Real
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10031848

Home Details for 2021 Purnell Rd

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1564 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: See RemarksHas CoolingAir Conditioning: OtherHeating Fuel: See Remarks
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: See Remarks
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: See Remarks
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: See RemarksFoundation: See Remarks
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Open
Frontage
Frontage Type: See RemarksResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1564 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: See RemarksNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1842110040

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $390,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 08 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake Forest
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Richland Creek Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School: Wake - Wake Forest Middle SchoolHigh School: Wake - Wake Forest High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1564 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.94 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10031848Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1564

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 3, 2026
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Mar 3, 2026
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$550,000
Price decreased by 8%
Mar 2, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$600,000
Sep 26, 2024
Source: Doorify MLS #10031848
Sold
$300,000
Aug 8, 2024
Source: Doorify MLS #10031848
Pending
$390,000

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$548K
$3.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$217
$4MoM
Available listings
510
13MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Wake Forest

At least 410 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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  • Trulia User
    "There is a dog park and trails, also waste bag stations "
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  • Elizabeth Miller
    "Dog friendly neighborhood with periodic dog cleaning stations"
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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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  • Vhfdbgt7kd
    "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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  • Kerryjuliekane
    "Ladies night out. Walking with friends. Bells lake access for fun trails. Fall pizza gathering in culdesac. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2021 Purnell Rd

  • What is the price history for 2021 Purnell Rd?
    2021 Purnell Rd in Wake Forest, NC last sold for $300,000 in September 2024.
  • Is Wake Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wake Forest is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wake Forest?
    The median sale price in Wake Forest is $548K. That is up $3.58K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Wake Forest?
    Residents describe Wake Forest, NC as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Wake Forest, NC.
  • Does 2021 Purnell Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2021 Purnell Rd in Wake Forest, NC has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 2021 Purnell Rd?
    The lot at 2021 Purnell Rd in Wake Forest, NC is about 1.9 acres.

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