Own this home for as little as $12,000 to close. Sellers offering $5,750 in total seller concessions. Discover the potential of this classic 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home situated on a tranquil 0.47-acre lot in the established Sandy Chase neighborhood. Built in 1983, this residence offers a spacious 1,964 sq ft floor plan, providing a solid foundation for customization and updates. The property features a traditional two-story layout with a welcoming front porch and a screened porch and deck overlooking mature hardwood trees, creating a serene outdoor retreat. Outdoor shed provides for extra storage. While the interior retains its original charm, it presents an excellent opportunity for renovation to suit modern tastes. Conveniently located near major roadways, shopping centers, dining options, and top-rated schools, this home is ideal for those seeking wooded, private living in the heart of Raleigh. Don't miss the chance to make this property your own—schedule a showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Linda Craft• Linda Craft Team, REALTORS
Listed by Dwayne Reece• Linda Craft Team, REALTORS
Bought with Tuesday Nobles Underdue• DASH Carolina
Here it is-a great house on . 47 acre of privacy in the Leesville School district for 2005! Tiled baths, Master w/ 2 walkin closets, huge family rm, a wonderful & private front & back yard! Recent paint, new hot water heater, dishwasher! 4th bedrm flexes as bonus! Hurry-this will not last! Does not convey: Day lillies in yard, chandelier-top of stair & breakfast nook, pegs on peg board.
Public Records
Jun 30, 1994
Sold
$143,500
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1993
Sold
$142,000
$72/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 21, 1984
Sold
$27,500
$14/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 1984
Sold
$90,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
May 11, 1983
Sold
$14,000
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,572 (+0.4%)
$160,000 + $286,156
$446,156
2024
$3,557 (+16.0%)
$160,000 + $247,249
$407,249
2023
$3,065 (+7.6%)
$160,000 + $247,249
$407,249
2022
$2,849 (+4.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2021
$2,738 (+1.8%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2020
$2,689 (−3.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2019
$2,772 (+6.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2018
$2,615 (+5.0%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2017
$2,490 (+2.1%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2016
$2,439 (+10.4%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2015
$2,209 (+5.4%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2014
$2,095 (+7.0%)
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2013
$1,958
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2012
$1,958 (+1.0%)
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2011
$1,939
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
Tax history for 3821 Whispering Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,572 (+0.4%)
$160,000 + $286,156
$446,156
2024
$3,557 (+16.0%)
$160,000 + $247,249
$407,249
2023
$3,065 (+7.6%)
$160,000 + $247,249
$407,249
2022
$2,849 (+4.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2021
$2,738 (+1.8%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2020
$2,689 (−3.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2019
$2,772 (+6.0%)
$95,000 + $184,387
$279,387
2018
$2,615 (+5.0%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2017
$2,490 (+2.1%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2016
$2,439 (+10.4%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2015
$2,209 (+5.4%)
$95,000 + $142,475
$237,475
2014
$2,095 (+7.0%)
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2013
$1,958
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2012
$1,958 (+1.0%)
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
2011
$1,939
$70,000 + $141,414
$211,414
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,926
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0788.19 60 9304 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-4
Residential-4 District
Subject to the density restriction of 4 units per acre, R-4 allows single-unit living in a detached house with a minimum lot size of 10,000 sq ft.; Decreased minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Additional building types, smaller lot sizes and increased density as part of a conservation development are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Oct 10, 2025 • Final
Residential change out hvac in a flood zone (do not use unless directed to)
Replace the second floor heating and air conditioning system with a new split heat pump system located in the attic.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Room Information
Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonite
Building Area Total: 1974.0
Builder Name: BARON G HIGNITE CO INC
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Foundation Details: Raised
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1974.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.47
Lot Size Area: 0.47
Lot Size Square Feet: 20473.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-4
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 3556.95
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Name: Sandy Chase HOA
Association Fee: 350.0
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Unknown
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - York
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Leesville Road
High School: Wake - Leesville Road
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: I-540 to Creedmoor Rd south, right on Strickland, Left on Ray, right onto Hidden Branches Dr, left onto Willow Bend Ln, right onto Whispering Branch Rd, home on left
Latitude: 35.893702
Longitude: -78.706596
Postal Code: 27613
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,926
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Wake County
APN: 0788.19 60 9304 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-08-14
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-07-17T15:42:10Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-07-02T17:50:30Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-07-16T15:16:17Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 550000.0
Around this home
Schools
York Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
7/10
Leesville Road Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Leesville Road High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
49% 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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Estimated sale price
$530,000 – $642,000
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