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About this home
Welcome to 6949 Rex Rd in Holly Springs -- a home that truly checks every box! Nestled in a sought-after community known for its excellent public schools, this spacious and thoughtfully designed property offers comfort, style, and functionality at every turn. Step inside to an inviting open floor plan featuring beautiful flooring and a seamless flow that is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level includes a private office -- ideal for working from home -- as well as a convenient guest bedroom, offering flexibility for visitors or multi-generational living. A separate dining room adds an elegant touch, creating the perfect setting for gatherings and special occasions. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms along with a versatile bonus room that can easily function as a media room, playroom, home gym, or additional living space. The massive walk-up attic provides abundant storage and incredible future potential, with plumbing rough-in already in place for a possible finished expansion. Architectural details such as beautiful crown molding throughout add warmth, character, and lasting appeal to the home. Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring a screened-in porch and patio -- perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. The wooded backyard is truly every kid's dream, complete with an impressive play structure, treehouse, and zipline for endless outdoor fun. Lovingly maintained, the sellers have gone above and beyond regular upkeep to preserve and enhance the integrity of the home. They have proactively addressed many items from their inspection report, making this property genuinely move-in ready. Recent improvements include replacement of plumbing fixtures in three bathrooms, HVAC repairs, electrical system inspection, dryer vent cleaning, custom blinds throughout, and professional carpet and flooring cleaning. In 2025, the backyard underwent a full cleanup and refresh, while the conditioned and insulated crawlspace adds to improved efficiency and indoor air quality. Beyond the home itself, the community is thoughtfully designed for the whole family to enjoy. Miles of scenic nature trails invite outdoor exploration, while the neighborhood lake offers the perfect setting for fishing or a peaceful evening stroll. There's no need to drive to a park -- recreation is already built right into the neighborhood. HOA amenities include a swimming pool, playground, soccer field, nature trails, and lake maintenance. Plus, the town of Holly Springs continues to invest in the area, with new parks currently under development. With its unbeatable combination of space, architectural charm, thoughtful updates, prime location, and exceptional value, this home truly has it all. Don't miss your opportunity to make 6949 Rex Rd your next home!
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$197Price/Sq.Ft.
$90/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Locki Homes Locki• LOCKI HOMES & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC
Avocet, located between NC-55 Bypass and Bass Lake Road, is a residential and suburban Holly Springs neighborhood with wooded edges and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Bass Lake Park trailhead area, where boardwalk paths, picnic lawns, and lake views set a calm, outdoors-forward rhythm. Streetscapes lean toward newer single-family homes with tidy sidewalks and cul-de-sacs that keep traffic light. Daily routines often orbit Bass Lake’s loop trail and the greenway connections that thread toward town. For a local night out, Bombshell Beer Company and Pimento Tea Room in downtown Holly Springs add a distinctly local flavor. The Holly Springs Cultural Center rounds out the scene with performances and community programming.
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Offer insights
6949 Rex Rd · $730,000
$732K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $732K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
11 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.7%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Bookcases
Breakfast bar
Built-in features
Ceiling fans
Chandelier
Crown molding
Double vanity
Granite counters
Kitchen island
Open floorplan
Pantry
Recessed lighting
Separate shower
Smooth ceilings
Soaking tub
Stone counters
Storage
Walk-in closet(s)
Walk-in shower
Water closet
French doors
Window treatments
Gas-log fireplace with glass doors and raised hearth (in great room / living room)
Bedrooms
Five bedrooms total
One bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Double vanities
Separate shower and soaking tub options
Walk-in shower
Kitchen
Granite and stone counters
Kitchen island
Pantry
Dishwasher
Free-standing gas range
Free-standing range
Range
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Free-standing refrigerator
Freezer
Ice maker
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Laundry located on upper level
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Zoned heating
Fireplace(s) heating feature
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Covered, screened and enclosed porch areas including front and rear porch
Deck and patio
Playground
Rain gutters
Smart camera(s)/recording
Home design
Two-story house
HardiPlank and stone exterior
Architectural shingle roof
Raised concrete perimeter foundation
R-20 zoning
Parking
Attached garage
Garage door opener
Garage faces front
Paved driveway
Total parking for 4 vehicles (2 garage spaces, 2 open spaces)
Security
Smart camera(s)/recording
Construction
HardiPlank and stone construction
Architectural shingle roof
Raised concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Sewer connected
Water connected
HOA & community
Homeowners association with monthly fee
Association fee $90 monthly (includes grounds maintenance)
Community amenities: pool, playground, jogging path, trails, maintenance grounds, management
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to your personal kingdom-an expansive, semi-private retreat tucked among mature trees on a large, wooded lot. From the stately front porch to the oversized deck and screened-in lounge, this home commands attention. Inside, you'll find a wide-open floor plan with custom built-ins and thoughtful touches throughout. Downstairs guest suite is perfect for your important guests, or extended family. The kitchen is ready for royal feasts, with gorgeous counter tops, vent hood, HUGE island, gas range, and space to entertain your guests. Gigabit fiber internet is available-perfect for remote work, streaming, or ruling your empire online. Are you still dreaming of more? The walk-up, unfinished third-floor attic is available in case you choose to expand your kingdom. Located just minutes from US-1, downtown Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Harris Lake. Community perks? You've got them all: a pool just a short walk away, community lake with fishing dock, nature trails at your doorstep, and even a soccer field for weekend fun. And the kicker? No city taxes. Whether you're sipping morning coffee on the porch, exploring nature trails, or hosting friends in your backyard oasis, this home delivers space, comfort, and lifestyle fit for royalty. Come claim your castle-before someone else storms the gates.
TMLS #2066001
Mar 24, 2017
Sold
$418,900
$113/sq ft
Jan 13, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 14, 2016
Price Changed
$418,900
$113/sq ft
Jun 28, 2016
Price Changed
$414,900
$112/sq ft
May 8, 2016
Listed
$414,500
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,285 (+3.0%)
$120,000 + $546,849
$666,849
2024
$4,161 (+25.2%)
$120,000 + $546,849
$666,849
2023
$3,323 (+7.9%)
$120,000 + $546,849
$666,849
2022
$3,080 (+2.8%)
$55,000 + $368,660
$423,660
2021
$2,997 (+1.7%)
$55,000 + $368,660
$423,660
2020
$2,947 (+6.9%)
$55,000 + $368,660
$423,660
2019
$2,756 (+8.8%)
$55,000 + $368,660
$423,660
2018
$2,534 (+5.5%)
$45,000 + $290,018
$335,018
2017
$2,402
$45,000 + $290,018
$335,018
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,399
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,399
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0637.04 84 6992 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-20
Residential-20 District
The R-20 districts are known as non-watershed residential districts. These districts allow a range of very-low to moderate-density residential development and various building forms, depending on the specific district. A limited number of nonresidential uses are also allowed. Some nonresidential uses are permitted by-right; others are allowed only within designated activity centers and then only if the Board of Adjustment first reviews and approves a site plan and Special Use Permit for such use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Holly Springs, NC • 27540
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Holly Springs. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 6949 Rex Rd
$728,033
$1,967 under list price of $730K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $585K to $825K.