Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC
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OFF MARKET

Purnell Rd
Wake Forest, NC

  • Studio
Studio
(on 2.57 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Lot Size
2.57 acres

About this House

This 1.65 acre lot in the country is perfect for privacy! Huge lot is ideal for a secluded home with easy access to the road. Great location with upscale subdivisions nearby. Very conventient Wake Forest location.
Purnell Rd, Wake Forest, NC is a studio single-family home. It last sold for $57,500 on Nov 5, 1999. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,044/month.

Home Details for Purnell Rd

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features

Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.57 acres

Price History for Purnell Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/27/2015$49,950ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/11/2014$49,950Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/05/1999$57,500Sold
Doorify MLS #503953
11/30/1978$50,500Sold
N/A

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

Year2015
Tax
Assessment$320
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for Purnell Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8133 Holly Forest Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.44
Single-Family Home
$555,000
07/30/26
3
3
2,717
8236 Jackson Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.31
Single-Family Home
$500,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,763
8005 Plum Creek Ln, Wake Forest, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$570,000
06/25/26
4
3
2,466
8621 Kimillie Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$945,000
11/10/25
4
4
3,520
8001 Hawkshead Rd, Wake Forest, NC
0.38
Single-Family Home
$660,000
05/08/26
4
3.5
3,118
8704 Kimalden Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,052,500
11/03/25
4
4
3,720
8309 Epping Forest Way, Wake Forest, NC
0.58
Single-Family Home
$599,000
06/15/26
3
2.5
2,629
8022 Hogan Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.47
Single-Family Home
$619,000
03/31/26
4
3
3,762
2518 McGowan Ct, Wake Forest, NC
0.46
Single-Family Home
$635,000
07/14/26
3
2.5
3,353
3325 Keighley Forest Dr, Wake Forest, NC
0.59
Single-Family Home
$525,000
09/30/25
3
3
2,928

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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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  • 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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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about Purnell Rd

  • What is the price history for Purnell Rd?
    Purnell Rd in Wake Forest, NC last sold for $57,500 in November 1999.
  • 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 $545K. That is up $15.71K from the prior month.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Wake Forest, NC.
  • How big is the lot at Purnell Rd?
    The lot at Purnell Rd in Wake Forest, NC is about 2.6 acres.