Charming Ranch Retreat in Cardinal Hills, 5101 Wickham Road, Raleigh, NC Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style home nestled in the desirable Cardinal Hills neighborhood—also known as Avent West—just inside the Beltline. Built in 1955 and thoughtfully customized for modern living, this single-level gem offers 1,510 square feet of inviting space on a generous 0.31-acre lot. Hardwood floors and tile throughout. Spacious eat-in kitchen. Cozy family room with fireplace plus a formal living room. Central air and forced air heating powered by natural gas. Expansive patio and charming front porch. Mature landscaping and a private backyard perfect for entertaining. Carport with one covered space Minutes from NC State University, Lake Johnson, Centennial Campus, RTP, and RDU Airport. Enjoy the convenience of city living with the tranquility of a well-established neighborhood. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, 5101 Wickham Road offers timeless charm and an unbeatable location. Ready to make it yours?
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$333Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Connie Jean Guckavan• Raynor Realty powered by Real
GREAT LOCATION-INSIDE THE BELTLINE IN CARDINAL HILLS ALSO KNOWN AS AVENT WEST. CLOSE TO NCSU, LAKE JOHNSON, CENTENNIAL CAMPUS, RTP AND RDU. THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RANCH HOME HAS BEEN CUSTOMIZED TO FIT TODAYS BUYER. REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS, TILE FLOORS IN KITCHEN AND 42 " CABINETS, COZY FAMILY ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, FORMAL LIVING ROOM . ENJOY THE LARGE. A MUST SEE!
TMLS #1821483
Apr 26, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2012
Listed
$209,000
$138/sq ft
TMLS #1783069
Dec 20, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 9, 2011
Listed
$215,000
$141/sq ft
TMLS #1732109
Jan 21, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jun 15, 2010
Listed
$215,000
$141/sq ft
TMLS #872661
Jul 28, 2006
Sold
$175,000
$115/sq ft
Jun 24, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2006
Listed
$172,500
$113/sq ft
TMLS #561520
Jan 2, 2001
Sold
$135,000
$89/sq ft
Jan 2, 2001
Sold
$135,000
$89/sq ft
Jul 19, 2000
Listed
$139,900
$92/sq ft
Jul 19, 2000
Listed
$139,900
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,435 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2024
$3,421 (+17.4%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2023
$2,913 (+7.6%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2022
$2,707 (+4.0%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2021
$2,602 (+1.8%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2020
$2,555 (+9.1%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2019
$2,342 (+6.0%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2018
$2,209 (+5.0%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2017
$2,104 (+2.1%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2016
$2,061 (+8.8%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2015
$1,895 (+5.4%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2014
$1,798 (+7.0%)
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2013
$1,680
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2012
$1,680 (+1.0%)
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2011
$1,664
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
Tax history for 5101 Wickham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,435 (+0.4%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2024
$3,421 (+17.4%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2023
$2,913 (+7.6%)
$200,000 + $191,566
$391,566
2022
$2,707 (+4.0%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2021
$2,602 (+1.8%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2020
$2,555 (+9.1%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2019
$2,342 (+6.0%)
$105,000 + $160,373
$265,373
2018
$2,209 (+5.0%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2017
$2,104 (+2.1%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2016
$2,061 (+8.8%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2015
$1,895 (+5.4%)
$90,000 + $110,374
$200,374
2014
$1,798 (+7.0%)
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2013
$1,680
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2012
$1,680 (+1.0%)
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
2011
$1,664
$90,000 + $91,129
$181,129
*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
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,352
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0783.11 67 8293 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-4
SRPOD
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.
Zone overlays
Special Residential Parking Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service-Other
Recreation-Other
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport: Yes
Carport Spaces: 1
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Building Area Total: 1520.0
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Living Area: 1,520
Above Grade Finished Area: 1520.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: One
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Lot Size Area: 0.31
Lot Size Square Feet: 13504.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R4
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 3434.85
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Combs
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Centennial Campus
High School: Wake - Athens Dr
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: Use GPS for best route.
Latitude: 35.775303
Longitude: -78.707093
Postal Code: 27606
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,352
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Wake County
APN: 0783.11 67 8293 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-12-04
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-09-23T20:26:17Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-09-18T15:06:14Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-10-20T20:12:23Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 424900.0
Around this home
Schools
Combs Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Centennial Campus Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
2/10
Athens Drive High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% 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
$481,000 – $582,000
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