520 Checkmate Cir, Wake Forest, NC 27587
SOLD
FEB 26, 2026

520 Checkmate Cir
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,365 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$600,000

Last Sold: Feb 26, 2026
3% below list $619K
$178/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,389/mo*
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$600,000

Last Sold: Feb 26, 2026
3% below list $619K
$178/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,389/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,365 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

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Description

CHECKMATE!—an exceptional turn-key home on a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Bishop's Grant community. With fresh interior paint and brand-new carpet throughout, this home feels like new and is ready for you to move right in. Step through the double front entrance doors and discover this semi-custom home has a spacious kitchen designed for gatherings, featuring abundant counter space, bar seating, and a seamless flow into the breakfast nook and open living room—perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The thoughtfully designed layout offers 5 spacious bedrooms plus a large bonus room and an optional bedroom/office/flex space. The main level provides true convenience with the primary suite, a second guest bedroom, and laundry all downstairs. Upstairs you'll find additional bedrooms, a large bonus room, and walk-in storage. This home has extensive crown molding & wainscotting adding character! Plus plantation shutters and real hardwood flooring throughout! Step outside to enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces, including a screened-in porch, extended patio, firepit area, and large flat backyard with tree buffer for privacy—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Out front, the covered rocking chair porch, immaculate landscaping, and the vibrant butterfly bush create a warm welcome. Residents of Bishop's Grant enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse, playground, and scenic walking trails as well as multiple events hosted by the HOA. All of this just minutes from everything you need! Make this your best move yet!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 12, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$73/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$178/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 520 Checkmate Cir

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 11
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3365 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Main Level,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, Gas LogHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, HardwoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, ScreenedExterior: Private Yard, Rain GuttersFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front
Pool
Pool: Community
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3365 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2008
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Traditional, Transitional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement, Stone VeneerNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1850498659

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $618,500Price Per Sqft: $178/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake ForestCommunity: Bishops Grant
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Richland CreekJr High / Middle School: Wake - Wake ForestHigh School: Wake - Wake Forest

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3365 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Clubhouse, Playground, PoolNot Senior Community
Other
Playground

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHas an HOAHOA Fee: $218/Quarterly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10125394Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3365

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Clubhouse, Playground, PoolSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Dominic Bagnulo, (919) 600-3410
Real Broker, LLC
Diane Florio, (919) 201-2666
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with: Samara Presley, (919) 883-7451, Smart Choice Realty Company
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10125394

Price History for 520 Checkmate Cir

DatePriceEventSource
02/26/2026$600,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10125394
01/31/2026$618,500PendingDoorify MLS #10125394
01/22/2026$618,500PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10125394
12/31/2025$625,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10125394
11/22/2025$630,000PendingToActiveDoorify MLS #10125394
10/28/2025$630,000PendingDoorify MLS #10125394
10/14/2025$630,000PriceChange
Doorify MLS #10125394
10/02/2025$640,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10125394
05/04/2015$370,000Sold
Doorify MLS #1987179
12/24/2014$389,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/09/2014$389,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/04/2014$399,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/12/2008$400,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,615
Assessment$597,081
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Wake Forest

At least 406 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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  • 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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    "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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    "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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  • Janelle W.
    "Ive lived here my whole life & although this small town is growing into a city it still has the small town feel & friendly country atmosphere "
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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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    "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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    "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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520 Checkmate Cir, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,365 sqft single-family home built in 2008. This property is not currently available for sale. 520 Checkmate Cir was last sold on Feb 26, 2026 for $600,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $618,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 520 Checkmate Cir is $599,700.