8236 Jackson Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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SOLD
MAY 6, 2026

$486,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,763 sqft (on 1.04 acres)

8236 Jackson Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Est. Refi. Payment $3,051/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 6, 2026 for $500,000 (9% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$486K
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$56K (-10.3%)
Since last sale
Decreased$14K (-2.7%)
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 +143% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$486K
September 2026$490K
August 2026$498K
July 2026$500K
June 2026$499K
May 2026$500K
April 2026$535K
March 2026$537K
February 2026$540K
January 2026$543K
2025
2024
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2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3333 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.33
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/09/26
3
2.5
2,281
8309 Epping Forest Way, Wake Forest, NC
0.29
Single-Family Home
$599,000
06/15/26
3
2.5
2,629
2534 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.50
Single-Family Home
$510,000
09/04/26
3
2
1,767
3645 Legato Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.44
Single-Family Home
$552,000
01/15/26
3
2.5
2,385
120 Barn Hill Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.42
Single-Family Home
$755,000
06/29/26
3
2.5
3,149
8005 Plum Creek Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.56
Single-Family Home
$570,000
06/25/26
4
3
2,466
2104 Possum Trot Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.65
Single-Family Home
$591,000
07/17/26
3
2.5
2,635
2116 Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.55
Single-Family Home
$396,000
01/27/26
3
2.5
3,346

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3201 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.03
$643,000
3
2.5
2,758
Off Market
3204 Kingsbridge Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.04
$570,300
Studio
3
2,582
Off Market
3217 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.04
$562,000
Studio
2
2,251
Off Market
3200 Kingsbridge Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.05
$573,900
3
2.5
2,465
Off Market
3548 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.06
$854,300
4
3.5
3,249
Off Market
3201 Kingsbridge Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.08
$603,900
3
3
2,732
Off Market
3544 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.08
$829,300
4
4
3,261
Off Market
3208 Kingsbridge Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$555,700
4
2.5
2,556
Off Market
3216 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$596,600
Studio
3
2,896
Off Market
3205 Kingsbridge Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$659,500
4
4
3,328
Off Market
3200 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$549,900
3
2.5
2,269
For Sale
3549 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$865,100
4
3.5
3,325
Off Market
3204 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$539,700
Studio
2
2,034
Off Market
3540 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$861,900
4
3.5
3,678
Off Market
3229 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.10
$567,900
3
2.5
2,622
Off Market
3212 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.11
$689,200
Studio
3
3,274
Off Market
3545 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.11
$899,700
4
4
3,623
Off Market
8409 Wycombe Ridge Way, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.11
$739,600
Studio
4
3,596
Off Market
3541 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.13
$845,000
4
3
3,108
Off Market
3536 Donlin Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
0.13
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Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1978
1.04 acre lot
1,763 sqft
$284/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Stone fireplaceFront porchDetached garageThree bays and workshopGleaming hardwoodsExpansive deck
Rare opportunity for a business or hobby shop!! Pristine ranch home on over an acre featuring a 1539 sf DETACHED GARAGE with THREE BAYS AND WORKSHOP. Low county taxes yet only minutes to all Wake Forest has to offer--parks, recreational facilities & trails. 20 minutes to I540. Inside enjoy one-story living, open floorplan featuring stone fireplace and gleaming hardwoods in the kitchen, dining room, and living room. Updated kitchen and baths. New front windows in 2024/2025, roof replaced in 2020 plus new HVAC installed and concrete drive, sidewalks, and parking area, detached garage, new front porch completed in 2016. Firepit, patio, expansive deck, and spacious back yard offer endless possibilities for entertaining. Seller invested almost $70K in workshop/garage, driveway, and sidewalks alone! No HOA and county taxes! This home has been lovingly maintained and is move-in ready!
8236 Jackson Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,763 sqft single-family home built in 1978. It last sold for $500,000 on May 6, 2026 (9% below the $549,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $486,400, with a rent estimate of $2,168/month.
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Wendy Lyman, (919) 387-5971
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with: Shawn Carter, (919) 608-2575, INNOVATE Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10143813

Home Details for 8236 Jackson Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Entrance Hall, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1763 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Freezer, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane,Gas PackHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Propane
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Propane
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Front Porch, PatioOther Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage, WorkshopExterior: Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Rain Gutters, StorageFoundation: Crawlspace
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Detached
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1763 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Ranch,Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1832845133

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $549,900Price Per Sqft: $284/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Mar 14 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wake Forest
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: 1763 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.04 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 10143813Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1763Start Showing Date: Fri Feb 06 2026

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10143813
Sold
$500,000
Mar 14, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10143813
Pending
$549,900
Feb 6, 2026
Source: Doorify MLS #10143813
Listed For Sale
$549,900
Aug 27, 2025
Source: Doorify MLS #10115120
ListingRemoved
$549,900
Aug 15, 2025
Source: Doorify MLS #10115120
Listed For Sale
$549,900

Market trends in Wake Forest

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$528K
$10.75KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
Price per sq ft
$213
$0MoM
Available listings
502
12MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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What Locals Say about Wake Forest

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Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 83% say there's holiday spirit
  • 75% say there are sidewalks
  • 64% say neighbors are friendly
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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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 8236 Jackson Rd

  • What is 8236 Jackson Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8236 Jackson Rd in Wake Forest, NC is $486,400.
  • What is the price history for 8236 Jackson Rd?
    8236 Jackson Rd in Wake Forest, NC last sold for $500,000 in May 2026.
  • Is Wake Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wake Forest is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wake Forest?
    The median sale price in Wake Forest is $528K. That is down $10.75K from the prior month.
  • Does 8236 Jackson Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8236 Jackson Rd in Wake Forest, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 8236 Jackson Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8236 Jackson Rd in Wake Forest, NC has laundry facilities.

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