Mid-century Modern split foyer by architect Carl Koch is a Techbuilt home on two wooded acres adjacent to Lake Johnson. 1998 addition w/ vaulted ceilings, skylights, exposed beams, window walls, hardwood floors & open concept kitchen/living area. Detached Annex with add'l 1,352 finished living sq ft with HVAC splits include garage (flex space), office & lower studio/workshop. Large deck overlooks woods, creek & trails. Smart home features & low utilities with Geothermal system. No mowing & no city taxes!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
2.09 acresLot Size
$368Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sarah Sonke• ModHomes Realty & AuctionFirst
Bought with David Notario Escudero• Redfin Corporation
Rare ITB find! Midcentury TechBuilt home designed by architect Carl Koch, overlooking 2+ wooded acres, just steps to Lake Johnson. Large addition w/ vaulted ceilings+skylights. Loads of windows flood house w/ light. Exposed wood beams+hardwoods. Go green w/ the Geothermal System, and enjoy super low utilities+no city taxes! Relax in nature on the massive deck, or follow private path to creek below. WFH in your sep. office off carport. MANY upgrades including new roof+gutters. Minutes to Downtown/I-40/RDU.
TMLS #1884705
Jun 20, 2013
Sold
$540,000
$174/sq ft
Jun 8, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 12, 2013
Listed
$550,000
$177/sq ft
+20
UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PROPERTIES IN ALL OF RALEIGH!! 2.1 gorgeous, wooded acres with views of Lake Johnson. Modified mid-century modern home with fantastic 1999 addition. Hardwood floors. Soaring ceilings. Large windows, skylights. Large tile patio and wrap-around deck. Nature trails at the edge of the property. Inside beltline but county tax only. Min. to downtown.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,828 (+3.0%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2024
$6,631 (+22.6%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2023
$5,407 (+7.9%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2022
$5,010 (+16.5%)
$299,880 + $391,079
$690,959
2021
$4,300 (+1.7%)
$299,880 + $391,079
$690,959
2020
$4,229 (+55.0%)
$299,880 + $309,169
$609,049
2019
$2,728 (+8.8%)
$299,880 + $309,169
$609,049
2018
$2,508 (+5.5%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2017
$2,377 (+2.1%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2016
$2,329 (+5.6%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2015
$2,206 (+5.5%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2014
$2,091 (+18.2%)
$145,850 + $168,978
$314,828
2013
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
2012
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
2011
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
Tax history for 5048 Avent Ferry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,828 (+3.0%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2024
$6,631 (+22.6%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2023
$5,407 (+7.9%)
$559,575 + $504,917
$1,064,492
2022
$5,010 (+16.5%)
$299,880 + $391,079
$690,959
2021
$4,300 (+1.7%)
$299,880 + $391,079
$690,959
2020
$4,229 (+55.0%)
$299,880 + $309,169
$609,049
2019
$2,728 (+8.8%)
$299,880 + $309,169
$609,049
2018
$2,508 (+5.5%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2017
$2,377 (+2.1%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2016
$2,329 (+5.6%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2015
$2,206 (+5.5%)
$145,850 + $185,702
$331,552
2014
$2,091 (+18.2%)
$145,850 + $168,978
$314,828
2013
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
2012
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
2011
$1,770
$145,850 + $139,120
$284,970
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.09 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,079
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0783.18 31 6139 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Apr 24, 2025 • Final
Dsinsp - electrical (residential) - service upgrade
Replace the electrical service meter base and install a new disconnect outside. Install conduit from the exterior into the basement and replace both the upstairs and downstairs electrical panels.
Electrical
Aug 19, 2024 • Final
Residential electrical sub-
Remodel a kitchen including structural alterations to remove load-bearing columns and replace them with laminated veneer lumber beams to support the second story. Reroute electrical outlets and switches through the crawlspace and add a 220v circuit for a wall oven. Remove flexible heating and air conditioning lines and replace them with rigid tubing.
Electrical
HVAC
Remodel
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
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad
Directions: From Western Blvd, head south on Gorman St, Turn right on Avent Ferry Rd. Cross the Lake Johnson bridge and turn right into the 1st driveway on your right. It's across from the trail parking lot.
Latitude: 35.758637
Longitude: -78.717854
Postal Code: 27606
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,079
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Wake County
APN: 0783.18 31 6139 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2021-12-13
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-17T08:13:35Z
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dillard Drive Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Dillard Drive Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Athens Drive High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 68-76% chance 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, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.31M
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