3501 Thorndike Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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OFF MARKET

3501 Thorndike Dr
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,533 sqft (on 1.27 acres)

$631,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,585/mo*
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$631,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,585/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,533 sqft
(on 1.27 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Nicely updated home on 1.27 park like acres w/ room to play. Close to I-540 & Wake Forest. Large custom Archideck SIP & deck w/ access to custom fenced dog run. Recently painted inside and out & new heat pumps. Newer stainless KitchenAid appliances, Whirlpool W/D, JD lawn tractor, & stainless BBQ all convey. Year round creek & firepit in back of property. NO CITY TAXES!!

Neighborhood Description

A small subdivision (22 houses) with large, heavily wooded lots (1 acre and up). They are building new houses in the adjoining subdivisions that are in the 400 - 500K range.
3501 Thorndike Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,533 sqft single-family home built in 1993. It last sold for $267,000 on Aug 1, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $631,300, with a rent estimate of $2,720/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3501 Thorndike Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Slate
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, Pantry, Solarium Atrium, Sun RoomWet BarCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Brick, CompositionGardenLawnPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1993Year Updated: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.27 acres

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
Rv Parking

Price History for 3501 Thorndike Dr

DatePriceEventSource
08/01/2011$267,000Sold
Doorify MLS #1788999
06/18/2011$279,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/20/2011$295,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/25/2011$295,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/14/2010$299,999PriceChange
N/A
05/09/2010$309,000Listed For SaleN/A
04/03/2006$287,000Sold
N/A
10/27/2004$270,500Sold
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$3,826
Assessment$595,015
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3501 Thorndike Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3313 Kemble Ridge Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.16
Single-Family Home
$259,500
09/23/25
4
3
3,156
3519 Thorndike Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.10
Single-Family Home
$612,000
10/16/25
4
3
2,923
4525 Jilandre Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$520,000
12/03/25
3
2.5
2,913
4529 Jilandre Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$569,900
10/29/25
3
2.5
2,492
3220 Falconhurst Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$600,000
09/17/25
3
2.5
2,556
4524 Jilandre Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.29
Single-Family Home
$610,100
04/06/26
3
3
2,759
3212 Taylors Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$502,000
06/12/26
3
3
2,263
3420 Greenville Loop Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$443,000
10/09/25
3
2.5
2,182
8512 Barrett Hall Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$705,000
08/06/25
4
3.5
3,469
8516 Hampton Chase Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$609,000
05/01/26
4
2.5
2,330

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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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  • 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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