709 Wait Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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SOLD
JUN 18, 2026

709 Wait Ave
Wake Forest, NC 27587

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 922 sqft (on 0.90 acres)

$240,000

Last Sold: Jun 18, 2026
13% below list $275K
$260/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,427/mo*
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$240,000

Last Sold: Jun 18, 2026
13% below list $275K
$260/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,427/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
922 sqft
(on 0.90 acres)

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 709 Wait Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1948
Lot Size
0.9 acres
Living Area
922 sqft
Price/Sqft
$260/sqft
Parking
2 Carport Spaces

About this House

Calling all visionaries, renovators, and custom builders! Located in the heart of Downtown Wake Forest, this all-brick ranch is a rare opportunity to secure a hard-to-come-by property in a prime location. Whether you are dreaming of a ''Chip and Joanna'' style total rehab or planning to bring the demolition crew and your blueprints for a custom estate, the potential here is limited only by your imagination. While the home includes a detached workshop and carport, the true crown jewel is the expansive .9-acre lot--a size almost never seen this close to the downtown core. Enjoy the freedom of significant acreage without sacrificing the walkability of city living. You are just a short stroll from local favorites like Black & White Coffee Roasters, The Cotton Company, and the various boutiques along the historic White Street district. Grab a burger at The Burger Shop or enjoy a night out at White Street Brewing, all while being minutes from your own private nearly-acre retreat. This is a ''once-in-a-generation'' opportunity to build or renovate in one of the Triangle's most charming areas. Sold ''as-is,'' this is the ultimate canvas for your next big project.
709 Wait Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 922 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $240,000 on Jun 18, 2026 (13% below the $275,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $240,000, with a rent estimate of $1,624/month.

Home Details for 709 Wait Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 922 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric Range
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, Rear PorchOther Structures: Shed(s), WorkshopFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport,Detached Carport,Driveway
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 922 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948Year Renovated: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 184120707599000 0003129

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $275,000Price Per Sqft: $260/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake ForestCommunity: Not in a Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Richland Creek Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School: Wake - Wake Forest Middle SchoolHigh School: Wake - Wake Forest High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 922 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.90 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10160119Above Grade Unfinished Area: 922

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Renee Hillman
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with: Laura Lennon, (919) 389-4242, RE/MAX Capital
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10160119

Price History for 709 Wait Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/18/2026$240,000Sold
Doorify MLS #10160119
05/23/2026$275,000PendingDoorify MLS #10160119
05/06/2026$275,000PendingToActiveDoorify MLS #10160119
04/19/2026$275,000PendingDoorify MLS #10160119
04/15/2026$275,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10160119

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$545K
$15.71KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
Price per sq ft
$214
$4MoM
Available listings
523
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,112
Assessment$223,217
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 709 Wait Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
724 Brewer Cir, Wake Forest, NC
0.08
Single-Family Home
$285,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,734
245 Highgate Cir, Wake Forest, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/02/26
2
2
912
722 E Pine Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.23
Single-Family Home
$293,000
10/28/25
3
2
1,218
413 Pearce Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$265,000
11/25/25
2
1.5
1,233
524 Pearce Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$310,000
05/29/26
3
2
998
262 Highgate Cir, Wake Forest, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$300,000
09/16/25
3
2
1,059
214 Evesham Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$320,000
06/24/26
3
2
1,184

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Assigned Schools

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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

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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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  • Kerryjuliekane
    "Ladies night out. Walking with friends. Bells lake access for fun trails. Fall pizza gathering in culdesac. "
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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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