Sitting on more than an acre of beautifully established property, this custom-built home is the true definition of Private! The home offers timeless character, generous living spaces, many recent updates and plenty of natural light. Recently refreshed throughout, featuring new interior and exterior paint, new quartz kitchen counters and tile backsplash, several new windows, new lighting and plumbing fixtures, all new kitchen appliances, and brand-new carpet, creating a move-in ready feel while maintaining its original charm. See FULL list of Updates in MLS documents. Inside, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, a large bonus room, a private office ideal for working from home, and a formal dining room designed for gathering and entertaining. The sunroom with EZ Breeze windows provides year-round enjoyment and overlooks the peaceful backyard setting, while the expansive covered rear porch offers the perfect place to relax, unwind, or host guests. With mature surroundings, flexible living spaces, and thoughtful updates already completed, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the warmth and quality of a classic custom home with the fresh feel today's buyers are looking for. Don't miss the three sizeable walk in attic spaces for storage and the full sealed TALL crawl space!
Pending
$750,000
8688 Barrett Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4beds
3,570sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2005
1.28 Acres Lot
$753,300 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$46/mo HOA
What's special
Large bonus roomExpansive covered rear porchFlexible living spacesFour spacious bedroomsTimeless characterGenerous living spacesPlenty of natural light
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Damiano 919-274-0165,
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10171921
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Gas, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Glass Doors
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,570
- Total interior livable area: 3,570 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,570
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.28 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Many Trees, Private, Sprinklers In Front, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1812774687
- Zoning: R-80W
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding, HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Covington Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $555 annually
Location
- Region: Wake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $210/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $680,617
- Annual tax amount: $4,373
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$753,300
$716,000 - $791,000
$3,316/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2026 | Pending sale | $750,000$210/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10171921 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+63%$210/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10171921 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2005 | Sold | $460,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,373 +3% | $680,617 |
| 2024 | $4,247 +17.2% | $680,617 +47.2% |
| 2023 | $3,624 +7.9% | $462,222 |
| 2022 | $3,358 +2.8% | $462,222 |
| 2021 | $3,268 +1.7% | $462,222 |
| 2020 | $3,214 -10.1% | $462,222 +6.2% |
| 2019 | $3,573 | $435,059 |
| 2018 | $3,573 +14.8% | $435,059 |
| 2017 | $3,113 +2.1% | $435,059 |
| 2016 | $3,050 -9.9% | $435,059 -10.2% |
| 2015 | $3,384 +5.5% | $484,438 |
| 2014 | $3,208 | $484,438 |
| 2013 | -- | $484,438 |
| 2012 | -- | $484,438 |
| 2011 | -- | $484,438 |
| 2010 | -- | $484,438 |
| 2009 | -- | $484,438 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27587
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10North Forest Pines ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.8 mi
- 8/10Wakefield MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 8/10Wakefield HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake County Schools
- Middle: Wake County Schools
- High: Wake County Schools
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- 8688 Barrett Ridge Rd
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