**Charming Brick Ranch Just 2 Blocks from Downtown Fuquay**
Location, character, and space come together in this classic 1959 full-brick ranch located just two blocks from Downtown Fuquay. Set on approximately 0.39 acre with mature trees, this home offers approximately 1,860 sq. ft. of comfortable one-level living plus an additional 1,860 sq. ft. unfinished basement—providing exceptional storage, workshop, hobby, or future-use possibilities.
Inside, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two fireplaces, fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and beautiful original knotty pine details that give the home its distinctive mid-century character.
Outdoor living is a standout feature. The expansive rear deck is approximately 16' x 56' and extends nearly the full length of the house, with plenty of room for dining, entertaining, and relaxing under the mature trees. French doors from the bedroom and a sliding glass door from the family room provide easy access to the deck.
A convenient U-shaped driveway has entrances from both East Academy Street and South Woodrow Street, along with a covered carport.
Thoughtful improvements include a new hot water heater in 2026, fresh interior paint in 2025, new windows and sliding glass door in 2023, additional attic insulation, electrical updates, and LVP flooring. The roof and HVAC are approximately eight years old.
Best of all is the location—enjoy an established neighborhood while being **within easy walking distance of Downtown Fuquay's restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, parks, shopping, festivals, and community events.**
A unique opportunity to own a solid brick home with wonderful character, generous indoor and outdoor space, mature surroundings, and a truly walkable downtown location.
For sale by owner
$439,900
408 E Academy St, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
2beds
1,860sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1959
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two fireplacesFresh interior paintTwo spacious bedroomsLvp flooringCovered carportLuxury vinyl plank flooringMature surroundings
What the owner loves about this home
What I love most about this home is its combination of character, space, and location. I love being able to walk to Downtown Fuquay for restaurants, coffee, festivals, and community events, while still coming home to an established neighborhood with mature trees and a large yard.
The huge back deck is one of my favorite places—it feels like an extension of the house and is wonderful for relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying the trees and backyard.
I especially love the original details that give this home its personality. The beautiful knotty pine, fireplaces, and **original 1959 pink-and-gray tiled bathrooms** have a wonderful vintage charm that you just don't find in most newer homes. Combined with the full-brick construction and solid feel of the house, these details make it truly unique.
The U-shaped driveway is incredibly convenient, and the full basement provides an amazing amount of extra storage and space.
It has been a wonderful home, and I hope the next owner will appreciate its character, history, and location as much as I have.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (919) 412-0250
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,860 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Carport, On-street
Features
- Exterior features: Brick
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0666078585
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Conventional
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Fuquay Varina
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $396,459
- Annual tax amount: $3,489
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,120/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,900+129.1%$237/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2017 | Sold | $192,000-4%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2016 | Listing removed | $200,000$108/sqft |
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Go Realty #2092185 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $200,000$108/sqft |
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Go Realty #2092185 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,489 +0.4% | $396,459 |
| 2024 | $3,475 +30.7% | $396,459 +67% |
| 2023 | $2,660 +7.6% | $237,395 +1.1% |
| 2022 | $2,471 +4.9% | $234,698 |
| 2021 | $2,355 | $234,698 |
| 2020 | $2,355 +14.2% | $234,698 +32.6% |
| 2019 | $2,062 | $177,062 |
| 2018 | $2,062 +10% | $177,062 |
| 2017 | $1,875 +1.4% | $177,062 |
| 2016 | $1,849 +0.7% | $177,062 -2.6% |
| 2015 | $1,837 +3.7% | $181,775 |
| 2014 | $1,770 | $181,775 |
| 2013 | -- | $181,775 |
| 2012 | -- | $181,775 |
| 2011 | -- | $181,775 |
| 2010 | -- | $181,775 |
| 2009 | -- | $181,775 |
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