802 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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OFF MARKET

$699,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 14, 2026
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,300 sqft

802 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,300 sqft
$538/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 802 S Main St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Find more available rooms for rent at Alcove Rooms. This is a room for rent in a shared home with roommates on long-term leases. One is moving out and a room is opening up. Do not visit the property without first contacting us to schedule a tour at the number below.

Walking distance to downtown Wake Forest, this updated 1934 stone/stucco home is beautiful! Sit on your front/back porch and admire the large lot. The home has original wood floors, windows with original trim, and a fireplace. The remodeled kitchen maintains the historic feel of this home. First floor ensuite is spacious and offers many updates.
802 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $500,000 on Jun 28, 2022 (49,900% above the $1,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $699,400, with a rent estimate of $1,375/month.

Home Details for 802 S Main St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Room & Shared Space
Room is not furnished

Comparable Sales for 802 S Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
809 Tacy Pl, Wake Forest, NC
0.07
Single-Family Home
$307,000
05/14/26
3
2
1,477 sqft
132 W Vernon Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$175,000
03/31/26
2
1
880 sqft
108 Fairburn Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$388,500
03/24/26
3
2
1,556 sqft
554 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC
0.16
Single-Family Home
$760,000
06/16/26
3
2
2,293 sqft
828 Joyner Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$460,000
08/31/26
4
3
2,084 sqft
611 Elmwood Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/27/26
3
2.5
1,618 sqft
805 Old Ash Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.33
Single-Family Home
$461,000
03/30/26
3
2.5
1,871 sqft
548 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$615,000
05/12/26
4
2.5
2,291 sqft
229 Yellow Poplar Ave, Wake Forest, NC
0.34
Single-Family Home
$372,000
05/01/26
3
2.5
1,565 sqft
218 Kinvara Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$578,500
10/27/25
5
3
2,797 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Wake Forest

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,375/mo
Average rent
$2.16K
$60MoM
Available listings
243
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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.
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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 28, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$500,000
May 15, 2022
Source: Doorify MLS #2440014
Contingent
$465,000
May 10, 2022
Source: Doorify MLS #2440014
PriceChange
$465,000
Price decreased by 2%
May 1, 2022
Source: Doorify MLS #2440014
Listed For Sale
$475,000
Dec 18, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$286,000

Frequently asked questions about 802 S Main St

  • What is 802 S Main St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 802 S Main St in Wake Forest, NC is $699,400.
  • What is the price history for 802 S Main St?
    802 S Main St in Wake Forest, NC last sold for $500,000 in June 2022.
  • 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.

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