217 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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SOLD
JUN 24, 2026

217 Kavanaugh Rd
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,849 sqft

$584,999

Last Sold: Jun 24, 2026
$205/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,324/mo*
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$584,999

Last Sold: Jun 24, 2026
$205/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,324/mo*
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4 Beds
4 Baths
2,849 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Tucked against a wooded backdrop with a private fenced yard and screened in porch, this like-new custom home blends comfort, style, and everyday ease. With over $140,000 in upgrades and paid-off solar panels, every detail was thoughtfully designed for modern living. Natural light fills the open-concept layout, anchored by a stunning kitchen with quartz countertops, an oversized island, walk-in pantry, and seamless flow into the main living spaces - perfect for gathering and entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, while flexible bonus spaces provide room to work, play, or unwind. Step outside to enjoy the quiet mornings on the screened in porch or evenings in the backyard surrounded by mature trees. Complete with a 3-car garage, energy-efficient features, and a prime Wake Forest location near shopping, dining, and parks, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and elevated living. Paid off solar panels leave the average monthly electric bill at only $48/month!
217 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,849 sqft single-family home built in 2022. It last sold for the $584,999 asking price on Jun 24, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $585,000, with a rent estimate of $3,012/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$60/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$205/sqft
Listed
85 days ago

Home Details for 217 Kavanaugh Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2849 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, OvenDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Room,Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, ScreenedFencing: Back YardOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Fenced Yard, Rain GuttersFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: Community
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2849 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Stone VeneerNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1860037977

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $584,999Price Per Sqft: $205/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

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Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake ForestCommunity: Elizabeth Springs
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Sanford Creek ElementaryJr High / Middle School: Wake - Wake Forest Middle SchoolHigh School: Wake - Wake Forest High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2849 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Pool, Sidewalks, Street LightsNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: UnknownHas an HOAHOA Fee: $180/Quarterly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10160328Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2849

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Pool, Trail(s)Source Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Casey House, (919) 335-3620
Coldwell Banker Advantage
Bought with: Stephanie Brown, (919) 353-5914, RE/MAX United
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10160328

Price History for 217 Kavanaugh Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/24/2026$584,999Sold
Doorify MLS #10160328
06/04/2026$584,999PendingDoorify MLS #10160328
06/02/2026$584,999PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10160328
05/07/2026$599,900PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10160328
04/16/2026$615,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10160328
08/19/2022$521,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$529K
$15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$210
$2MoM
Available listings
528
52MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,512
Assessment$491,993
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 217 Kavanaugh Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
276 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$605,000
10/30/25
4
3.5
3,248
317 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$536,455
09/26/25
4
3.5
2,457
120 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$565,000
04/14/26
3
3
2,327
321 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$515,765
09/29/25
4
2.5
2,457
1301 Rose Finch Cir, Wake Forest, NC
0.43
Single-Family Home
$520,000
11/17/25
4
3.5
2,507
1533 Sweetclover Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$760,000
08/28/25
4
4
2,904
505 Marthas View Way, Wake Forest, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$442,000
09/16/25
4
2.5
2,480
368 Murray Grey Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$593,212
03/06/26
4
3
2,470
412 Kavanaugh Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$519,000
09/29/25
4
3
2,333

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Wake Forest

At least 407 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Kerryjuliekane
    "Ladies night out. Walking with friends. Bells lake access for fun trails. Fall pizza gathering in culdesac. "
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  • Tina H.
    "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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