604 Rayburn Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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FOR SALE
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0.7 ACRES

$565,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,092 sqft (on 0.70 acres)

604 Rayburn Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Est. Mortgage $3,315/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1970
0.7 acre lot
$183/sqft
4 Open Spaces

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Seller Offering $5000 closing cost assistance ! This well maintained home includes a separate entrance to space perfect for an In-Law Suite or rental income opportunity. Come experience the tranquil setting this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family ranch has to offer. Conveniently within walking distance of downtown Wake Forest and the Community Pool. This home offers substantial living space on a generous lot of approximately three-quarters of an acre.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Lori Madden, (919) 368-2323
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Cary
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10182340
Also Listed on Doorify MLS.

Open House

Saturday, September 05
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Sunday, September 06
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Home Details for 604 Rayburn Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,PartialNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3092 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Free-Standing Freezer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Washer/DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Basement, Family Room
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: Bi-Level, OneFloors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Forest, Trees/Woods
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, ScreenedFencing: Fenced, Front YardExterior: Balcony, Private Yard, Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Driveway,Parking Pad
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2643 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 449 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 42

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970Year Renovated: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Colonial,Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vertical SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1841.17203056000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $565,000Price Per Sqft: $183
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 10182340

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3092 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Street Lights

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.70 acres

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

BasementMls Number: 10182340Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2643

Additional Information

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Around this home

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 "
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  • Elizabeth Miller
    "Dog friendly neighborhood with periodic dog cleaning stations"
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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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  • Kerryjuliekane
    "Ladies night out. Walking with friends. Bells lake access for fun trails. Fall pizza gathering in culdesac. "
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Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$548K
$3.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$217
$4MoM
Available listings
510
13MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$550K
Since last month
Decreased$12K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Increased$39K (+7.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$100K (+22.3%)
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 +96% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$550K
August 2026$554K
July 2026$563K
June 2026$554K
May 2026$554K
April 2026$557K
March 2026$512K
February 2026$506K
January 2026$502K
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
218 Kinvara Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.17
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$578,500
10/27/25
5
3
2,797
119 W Vernon Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.20
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$640,000
04/06/26
5
3.5
3,401
828 Joyner Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$460,000
08/31/26
4
3
2,084
102 Fairburn Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$425,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
1,799
548 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC
0.23
Single-Family Home
$615,000
05/12/26
4
2.5
2,291
100 Richland Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.58
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$435,000
08/12/26
4
2.5
2,472
704 Richland Ridge Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.57
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$445,000
02/06/26
4
3
2,419
519 Tyler Run Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$375,000
01/05/26
3
2.5
1,551
611 Elmwood Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/27/26
3
2.5
1,618
621 Rodney Bay Xing, Wake Forest, NC
0.46
Single-Family Home
$400,000
08/13/26
4
2.5
1,919

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
701 Rayburn Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.07
$372,200
4
2
1,759
Off Market
231 Kinvara Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.09
$560,500
3
2.5
2,607
Off Market
210 W Vernon Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.11
$627,500
4
3
4,310
Off Market
635 Tyler Run Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.13
$346,000
3
2.5
1,477
Off Market
108 Fairburn Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.12
$388,500
3
2
1,556
Recently Sold
223 Kinvara Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.12
$569,000
4
2.5
2,437
For Sale
421 Dacus Pl, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.12
$549,000
4
3.5
2,465
Off Market
624 Elmwood Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.12
$373,900
3
2.5
1,584
Off Market
102 Fairburn Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.14
$425,000
4
2.5
1,799
Recently Sold
622 Elmwood Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.14
$418,600
3
2.5
1,900
Off Market
642 Tyler Run Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.16
$330,000
3
2.5
1,619
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 27, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10182340
Listed For Sale
$565,000
May 26, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10160505
ListingRemoved
$560,000
May 18, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10160505
Pending
$560,000
May 7, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10160505
PendingToActive
$560,000
Apr 25, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10160505
Pending
$560,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Lori Madden, Howard Hanna Allen Tate Cary
Agent Phone: (919) 368-2323
The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Copyright 2026 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.

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Frequently asked questions about 604 Rayburn Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 604 Rayburn Ave?
    Based on a $565,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 604 Rayburn Ave in Wake Forest, NC is approximately $3,354 (about $2,959 principal & interest, $320 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 604 Rayburn Ave compare to homes in Wake Forest?
    604 Rayburn Ave in Wake Forest, NC is listed at $565,000, about 3% above the $548K median sale price in Wake Forest.
  • What do residents say about Wake Forest?
    Residents describe Wake Forest, NC as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Wake Forest, NC.
  • What are the closest schools to 604 Rayburn Ave?
    The closest schools to 604 Rayburn Ave in Wake Forest, NC are Wake Forest Elementary (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Wake Forest High School (rated 7/10), Wake Forest Middle School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 604 Rayburn Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 604 Rayburn Ave in Wake Forest, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 604 Rayburn Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 604 Rayburn Ave in Wake Forest, NC has in-unit laundry.
604 Rayburn Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,092 sqft single-family home built in 1970. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Doorify MLS on Jul 24, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 10182340.