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    • Price cut: $2.5K (7/7)
    $397,500

    281 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC 27591

    3beds
    1,880sqft
    : 
    $2,472/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2020
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $394,500 Zestimate®
    $211/sqft
    $105/mo HOA

    What's special

    Private deckCustom pergolaElegant custom built-insLow voltage professional up-lightingPremium lotGe profile refrigeratorOne-year-old hot tub
    Instant equity meets turnkey luxury in this six-year-old, 1,880 sq ft modern home priced sharply below tax value at $397,500. Avoid the wait and extra expenses of new construction with this premium lot, which boasts an established, low-maintenance, twinkling backyard oasis complete with a private deck, custom pergola, one-year-old hot tub, and outdoor TV. Additional low voltage professional up-lighting adds to the charm of this home. Inside, the sun-drenched open-concept layout features elegant custom built-ins and a high-end appliance package including a GE Profile refrigerator and GE SteamTech washer and dryer. The property is fully smart-home ready with Google Nest integration, features a charming front porch for perfect sunset views, and includes a rare detached two-car garage for ample storage. Enjoy unmatched pedestrian convenience just a seven-minute stroll to Treelight Square's dining, shopping, and Cardinal Charter Academy, alongside full access to world-class community amenities like the saltwater pool, waterslide, fitness center, and ten-plus miles of trails.
    70 days
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    645
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    34
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Elisabeth Kane 813-428-2279,

    Howard Hanna Allen Tate LAKE ROYALE

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10169770MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: In Hall, Upper Level
      Features
      • Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log, See Remarks
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,880
      • Total interior livable area: 1,880 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,880
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Alley Access, Detached, Garage Door Opener, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Other, See Remarks
      • Exterior features: Smart Lock(s)
      • Pool features: Community
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: See Remarks
      • Has view: Yes
      Lot
      • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Pergola
      • Parcel number: 176302879274000 0471231
      • Zoning: PUD-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Charleston
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2020

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Park, Pool, Other
      • Subdivision: Wendell Falls
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Park, Playground, Pond Seasonal, Pool, Trail(s)
      • Services included: None
      • HOA fee: $105 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Wendell

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $211/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $406,816
      • Annual tax amount: $4,330
      • Date on market: 5/29/2026

        Estimated market value

        $394,500

        $375,000 - $414,000

        $2,307/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Price change$397,500-0.6%$211/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10169770 Report a problem
        5/29/2026Listed for sale$399,999-5.9%$213/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10169770 Report a problem
        8/19/2022Sold$424,900$226/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2457746 Report a problem
        6/27/2022Pending sale$424,900$226/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2457746 Report a problem
        6/23/2022Listed for sale$424,900+49.6%$226/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2457746 Report a problem
        7/9/2020Sold$284,000$151/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,331 +1.8%$406,816
        2024$4,255 +25.6%$406,816 +50.9%
        2023$3,388 +4.8%$269,544
        2022$3,234 +1%$269,544
        2021$3,201 $269,544 +349.2%
        2020-- $60,000
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 27591

        Getting around

        30 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        19 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Wake - Lake Myra Elementary
        • Middle: Wake - Wendell Middle
        • High: Wake - East Wake High School

        Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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