5205 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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SOLD
APR 28, 2026

5205 Mill Dam Rd
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 7,789 sqft (on 2 acres)

$1,200,000

Last Sold: Apr 28, 2026
14% below list $1.4M
$154/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,754/mo*
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$1,200,000

Last Sold: Apr 28, 2026
14% below list $1.4M
$154/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,754/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
5 Baths
7,789 sqft
(on 2 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Stunning Lakefront Estate with 7-Car Garage, Workshop, and Distinctive Architecture Design - 7789 Sq Ft Welcome to your dream lakefront retreat! This exceptional 7,789FS custom home blends luxury living with practical design, offering everything you need for comfort, creativity, and entertaining. Step outside to your private oasis featuring a newly completed paver patio with stone wall accents and romantic string lighting. A welcoming gathering space centered around a fire pit, offering the perfect spot for entertaining and staying toasty through every season. Unwind in the gazebo with a hot tub, or relax in the sunroom with heated floors, skylights, and a full wall of windows showcasing a private courtyard. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will love the 7-car garage and a spacious workshop with two dedicated 240V outlets—ideal for a planner, pottery kiln, or other equipment. An additional attached storage shed with a bay door offers even more space for tools and toys. Inside, the home boasts thoughtful design and upscale touches throughout. The butler pantry walk-in makes entertaining seamless, while the kitchenette near the living room adds extra convenience. Enjoy two striking fireplaces: a 72-inch linear fireplace set in a floor-to-ceiling stone wall in the living room and a 36x36 fireplace with a custom wall mantle that adds warmth and character. The first-floor master suite offers privacy and comfort, and master bathroom features double shower heads and a jacuzzi tub. Additional highlights include: Lake-fed irrigation for effortless landscaping Two fully encapsulated crawlspaces, both with dehumidifiers and sump pumps Newly insulated crawlspace doors, garage doors and two attics for energy saving Large flex space with a full bath set up above 4-car garage can be used as in-law suite Two walk-in attics provide substantial storage or potential for expansion Whether you're an entertainer, craftsman, car collector, or someone seeking peace by the water, this one-of-a-kind home offers the perfect blend of sophistication, space, and setting.
5205 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 7,789 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $1,200,000 on Apr 28, 2026 (14% below the $1,400,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,201,400, with a rent estimate of $4,478/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
7 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$35/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$154/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5205 Mill Dam Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 18
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 7789 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, WasherDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleExterior: Rain Gutters, Smart IrrigationNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 7Number of Covered Spaces: 7No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 7Parking: Garage Attached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 7789 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1861.03011026 0214378

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,400,000Price Per Sqft: $154/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 7789 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHas an HOAHOA Fee: $416/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10128160Above Grade Unfinished Area: 7789

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: NoneSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Jo Smith, (919) 302-4493
Northside Realty Inc.
Richard Smith, (919) 302-7344
Northside Realty Inc.
Bought with: Gerardo Silvestri, (919) 816-5941, DASH Carolina
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10128160

Price History for 5205 Mill Dam Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/28/2026$1,200,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10128160
03/12/2026$1,400,000PendingDoorify MLS #10128160
10/17/2025$1,400,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10128160
04/09/2021$755,000Sold
Doorify MLS #2349430
10/27/2020$799,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/26/2020$800,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/23/2020$850,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/26/2020$875,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/02/2005$458,000Sold
N/A
10/16/2000$382,500Sold
N/A
06/23/2000$75,000Sold
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$8,416
Assessment$1,312,750
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5205 Mill Dam Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2117 Averette Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$900,000
11/10/25
3
4.5
2,730
5228 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
05/29/26
3
3.5
3,045
5373 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$800,000
01/27/26
4
3
3,247
5344 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.43
Single-Family Home
$950,000
07/28/25
4
4.5
4,144
5316 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
02/26/26
4
4
4,614
5241 Mill Dam Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.40
Single-Family Home
$750,000
09/15/25
4
3.5
3,024
1632 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.66
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
06/08/26
4
5
4,959
1409 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.88
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
05/26/26
5
4.5
4,034
1526 Cloverfield Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$650,000
08/27/25
5
4
3,552

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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