601 Elm Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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OFF MARKET

$282,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,598 sqft

601 Elm Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Est. Refi. Payment $1,735/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 1, 2024 for $303,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$283K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$13K (-4.3%)
Since last sale
Decreased$20K (-6.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +81% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$283K
August 2026$282K
July 2026$287K
June 2026$287K
May 2026$290K
April 2026$286K
March 2026$289K
February 2026$290K
January 2026$291K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.03
Townhouse
$275,000
07/10/26
3
2.5
1,558
0.10
Townhouse
$265,000
09/30/25
3
2.5
1,523
0.06
Townhouse
$307,500
03/31/26
3
3.5
1,860
0.12
Townhouse
$295,000
08/04/26
3
2.5
1,663
0.10
Townhouse
$295,000
04/23/26
3
2.5
1,806
0.11
Townhouse
$295,000
10/16/25
3
2.5
1,408
0.28
Townhouse
$266,400
01/02/26
3
2
1,315
0.24
Townhouse
$250,000
05/20/26
2
2.5
1,076
0.34
Townhouse
$423,500
05/07/26
3
2.5
2,228
0.63
Townhouse
$307,500
08/05/26
3
2.5
1,696

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$275,000
3
2.5
1,558
Recently Sold
0.06
$307,500
3
3.5
1,860
Recently Sold
0.05
$284,500
3
2.5
1,531
Off Market
0.09
$242,500
2
2.5
1,250
For Sale
0.06
$320,600
3
2.5
1,874
Off Market
0.09
$304,300
3
2.5
1,667
Off Market
0.09
$267,800
3
2.5
1,652
Off Market
0.07
$284,500
3
2.5
1,505
Off Market
0.10
$262,400
3
2.5
1,523
Off Market
0.11
$292,300
3
2.5
1,408
Off Market
0.12
$310,700
4
2.5
2,100
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 601 Elm Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 2009
1,598 sqft
$177/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

Rare opportunity to own a move-in ready end unit townhome in Avondale. Walk to White St and all that Downtown Wake Forest has to offer! Fresh interior paint throughout. Updates include LVP flooring through 1st floor, painted kitchen cabinets, plush carpeting on the 2nd floor. Enjoy the beautiful NC days on the private screened in porch.

****MULTIPLE OFFERS RCVD - Seller requests offers by 3pm Tuesday, 3-19-24
601 Elm Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,598 sqft townhouse built in 2009. It last sold for $303,000 on May 1, 2024 (1% above the $300,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2015 with an asking price of $1,195 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 22, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $282,900, with a rent estimate of $1,756/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Lois V Magee, (919) 349-1252
Northside Realty Inc.
Bought with: Elise Helton, (919) 316-8599, Costello Real Estate & Investm
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10017226

Home Details for 601 Elm Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Entrance Hall, Family Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1598 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Electric,Gas,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, Gas LogNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, VinylCommon Walls: End Unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, ScreenedExterior: Private YardFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Parking Pad
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1598 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Transitional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1841608153

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $300,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 19 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake ForestCommunity: Avondale
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Wake Forest ElementaryJr High / Middle School: Wake - Wake Forest Middle SchoolHigh School: Wake - Wake Forest High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1598 Square Feet

HOA

Has an HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1306.8 sqft

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: 10017226Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1598Start Showing Date: Tue Mar 19 2024

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Landscaping,Maintenance,Maintenance GroundsSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 1, 2024
Source: Doorify MLS #10017226
Sold
$303,000
Mar 20, 2024
Source: Doorify MLS #10017226
Pending
$300,000
Mar 15, 2024
Source: Doorify MLS #10017226
Listed For Sale
$300,000
Sep 4, 2018
Source: Doorify MLS #2205116
Sold
$168,000
Jul 22, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$168,000

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$540K
$8.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$213
$4
MoM
Available listings
511

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "There is a dog park and trails, also waste bag stations "
  • Elizabeth Miller
    "Dog friendly neighborhood with periodic dog cleaning stations"
  • 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. "
  • Elizabeth Miller
    "Lovely town with quaint feel but near larger cities of Raleigh and Durham with loads of shops and medical resources."
  • Lou 3000
    "Everyone normally cleans after their pups and keeps them leashed. Neighborhood is normally clean and neighbors normally tend to their lawn."
  • Taliaxo194
    "So far so good. 4 months in. Everyone is super โ€œneighborlyโ€ Would recommend to families. "
  • 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"
  • Dakotac
    "Feels like a hallmark town. Stuff around but not overcrowded feeling!! Lots of greenery & a cute downtown"
  • 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. "
  • Lou 3000
    "Many walking trails, libraries and other extracurricular activities available for kids. Not many sidewalk accessibility other than main neighborhood."
  • 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. "
  • Madison Smith
    "Lots of families and group events. Everyone is friendly and I feel safe in this area. Would recommend "
  • Monica.ortega70
    "Nice quiet neighborhood with well kept homes with huge property lots. Family oriented neighborhood "
  • Madison Smith
    "Very friendly neighbors, great community that respects each other. Not sure about schooling because my little is 1 but Iโ€™ve heard good things."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • Vhfdbgt7kd
    "We have a neighborhood pool with snack bar and bar which families can join. Kids can then participate in swim team. "
  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "All of the people here are very friendly except for the few that seem to forget what itโ€™s like to be a kid (or teenager) and enjoy being alive!"
  • Sally Dixon
    "Location location location! Lots of community events, town events lots to do and see. Beautiful greenway and lots of amenities! "
  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "There are great families, schools parks and resources for everyone. But not many outlets for teens. "
  • Ljaddison
    "The community is walkable and has ample walking and bike trails, a large community pool, and all grounds are well maintained. "
  • Brittany Brathwaite
    "People walk their dogs and for the most part, theyโ€™re responsible for the petโ€™s waste. Unfortunately, people are less tolerable of middle school age children and high schoolers simply being kids. "
  • 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. "
  • Peggymhaas
    "Weโ€™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! "
  • Andrew W.
    "Pools are awesome. Neighbors are awesome. Convenient to everything you need. Great community! "
  • 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 itโ€™s very own private security service and they constantly patrol the neighborhood."
  • 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"
  • Patsy
    "Schools are great. Very family oriented there is something for everyone in Wake Forest. Lots of nature & not far from Raleigh."
  • Naresh G.
    "Quiet, not crowded No traffic Nice neighbors Family friendly community Plenty of supermarkets Awesome trails for hiking "
  • 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"
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • Peggymhaas
    "I am retired but when I was working I worked in Cary, NC which generally required a 45 minute to 1 hour commute."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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 wouldnโ€™t believe the things I see dog owners allow their dogs to do."
  • Peggym
    "Meet in the Street, Friday Night on White, MardiGras, the lighting of the Christmas Tree all make Wake Forest special. "
  • 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. "
  • 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 601 Elm Ave

  • What is 601 Elm Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 601 Elm Ave in Wake Forest, NC is $282,900.
  • What is the price history for 601 Elm Ave?
    601 Elm Ave in Wake Forest, NC last sold for $303,000 in May 2024.
  • Is Wake Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wake Forest is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wake Forest?
    The median sale price in Wake Forest is $540K. That is down $8.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 601 Elm Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 601 Elm Ave in Wake Forest, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 601 Elm Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 601 Elm Ave in Wake Forest, NC has in-unit laundry.

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