Privacy, character, and community! Framed by majestic willow oak trees, this tall, stately beauty sits in a charmingly private setting - and you're only a 5-10 minute walk along tree-lined sidewalks through the beautiful Wake Forest Historic District to coffee shops, breakfast, parks, playgrounds, and everything else downtown! The Wake Forest Farmers Market, Friday Night on White, and other beloved community events are a short stroll from your front door. Inside, floor-to-cathedral ceiling windows capture your eye and draw natural light into the living room, where built-in bookshelves and a fireplace create an inviting space. Just beyond, the three-seasons room offers the perfect sunny spot to unwind while enjoying the private backyard view. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, tile backsplash, apron sink, recessed lighting, under-cabinet lighting, and an eat-in dining area. Side entry from the driveway to the kitchen makes grocery days a breeze. A formal dining room adds even more flexibility for hosting. The spacious first-floor laundry room is thoughtfully tucked out of sight, and is complete with a utility sink and a laundry chute from the primary bathroom! A first-floor front bedroom showcases rich natural woodwork, and connects to a full bathroom. Beautifully maintained and refinished hardwood floors flow through the main floor. New carpet has been installed throughout the second floor. The upstairs primary suite includes a walk-in closet with built-in shelving, dual vanities, tiled shower, and a separate soaking tub facing the private backyard for a spa-like retreat. The third floor offers skylights, built-in bookcases, multiple rooms, abundant closet space, and a half bathroom—ideal as a bonus rooms, play areas, a guest suite, or creative space. Storage is thoughtfully incorporated throughout the home: built-in shelving, generous closets, walk-in eaves, and a backyard shed outside. The details continue with an oversized driveway, an invisible fence line, and a low-maintenance brick veneer exterior. The front and side entry doorbells have their own distinctive chimes heard throughout the home, and forget the mail kiosk- the mail is hand-delivered straight to your front door.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (9/8)
$650,000
118 E Walnut Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4beds
3,371sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
0.48 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recessed lightingInvisible fence lineLow-maintenance brick veneer exteriorMajestic willow oak treesTiled showerPrivate backyard viewThree-seasons room
- 108 days
- 1,262
- 94
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Katie Lynam 919-500-1354,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10179144
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 194.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 12.9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 140.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 11.6
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 121.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.5
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 136.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 11.5
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.0 x 10.0
Bonus room
- Level: Third
- Area: 474.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.4 x 21.2
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 37.13 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.9 x 4.7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 146.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 12.0
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 75.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.4
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 308.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.4 x 15.9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 216.58 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 11.9
Mud room
- Description: Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 68.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4
Other
- Description: Flex Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 10.0
Heating
- Heat Pump, None
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Shower Only, Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Water Closet, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,371
- Total interior livable area: 3,371 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,371
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Open, On Site, Oversized, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Tri-Level
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Private, Hardwood Trees
- Residential vegetation: Grassed, Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 184115536300000 0186666
- Zoning: GR3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Copper,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Historical Area
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,809
- Annual tax amount: $5,886
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Price change | $650,000-3.7%$193/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $675,000-3.6%$200/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+70.3%$208/sqft |
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| 6/24/2020 | Sold | $411,000+20.2%$122/sqft |
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| 3/25/2011 | Sold | $342,000-2.3%$101/sqft |
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| 12/5/2010 | Price change | $349,999-2.8%$104/sqft |
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| 11/12/2010 | Listed for sale | $359,900+22.4%$107/sqft |
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| 7/26/2001 | Sold | $294,000$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,538 +0.4% | $588,809 |
| 2024 | $5,517 +16.4% | $588,809 +44.9% |
| 2023 | $4,741 +4.2% | $406,309 |
| 2022 | $4,548 +1.8% | $406,309 |
| 2021 | $4,469 -1.3% | $406,309 -1.3% |
| 2020 | $4,529 +7.5% | $411,753 +21.8% |
| 2019 | $4,213 | $337,959 |
| 2018 | $4,213 +9.3% | $337,959 |
| 2017 | $3,856 +1.3% | $337,959 |
| 2016 | $3,807 -11.6% | $337,959 -10.6% |
| 2015 | $4,308 +3.3% | $378,004 |
| 2014 | $4,170 | $378,004 |
| 2013 | -- | $378,004 |
| 2012 | -- | $378,004 |
| 2011 | -- | $378,004 |
| 2010 | -- | $378,004 |
| 2009 | -- | $378,004 |
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Neighborhood: 27587
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Wake Forest Elementary
- Middle: Wake - Wake Forest Middle School
- High: Wake - Wake Forest High School
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