Charming home on 1.85 acre secluded lot in Wake county! Cathedral ceilings, remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, large back deck, great for entertaining. New roof was put on in August and all new windows were installed at the same time. Great home for a family that is just starting out or someone looking for an investment opportunity. Minutes from Falls Lake, hiking and campgrounds. Don't miss out on this hidden gem! Horses allowed.
Space and 1.85 acres of freedom! Delightful low-maintenance ranch set in quiet but neighborly environment. Palladian windows, French doors, soaring ceilings, walk-in closets in 2 bedrooms. Acres of room for boats, garage, shop, hobbies or just enjoy the tranquility near Falls Lake, parkland, and hiking trails.
TMLS #2234696
Mar 15, 2019
Sold
$220,000
$176/sq ft
Feb 8, 2019
Pending
—
Feb 1, 2019
Listed
$220,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 2003
Sold
$145,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 1994
Sold
$85,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,731 (+10.6%)
$140,000 + $283,895
$423,895
2024
$2,470 (+42.5%)
$140,000 + $283,895
$423,895
2023
$1,733 (+7.9%)
$140,000 + $254,565
$394,565
2022
$1,607 (+2.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2021
$1,564 (+1.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2020
$1,538 (+23.0%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2019
$1,250 (+8.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2018
$1,150 (+5.4%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2017
$1,091 (+2.1%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2016
$1,068 (−17.1%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2015
$1,289 (+5.4%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2014
$1,223 (+7.0%)
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2013
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2012
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2011
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
Tax history for 16409 New Light Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,731 (+10.6%)
$140,000 + $283,895
$423,895
2024
$2,470 (+42.5%)
$140,000 + $283,895
$423,895
2023
$1,733 (+7.9%)
$140,000 + $254,565
$394,565
2022
$1,607 (+2.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2021
$1,564 (+1.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2020
$1,538 (+23.0%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2019
$1,250 (+8.7%)
$45,000 + $174,696
$219,696
2018
$1,150 (+5.4%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2017
$1,091 (+2.1%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2016
$1,068 (−17.1%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2015
$1,289 (+5.4%)
$42,750 + $107,853
$150,603
2014
$1,223 (+7.0%)
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2013
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2012
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
2011
$1,143
$62,000 + $120,831
$182,831
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.85 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,284
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1803.02 97 6608 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
R-40W
Residential-40 Watershed District
The R-40W zoning districts are known as residential watershed districts. These districts allow very-low-density residential development in the form of single-family detached dwellings and duplexes. A limited number of nonresidential uses are also allowed, but generally 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:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Nov 20, 2024 • Final
Residential - accessory building
Construct a detached metal garage for a single-family home. The structure includes a main building with an enclosed lean-to.
ADU
Apr 19, 2024 • Final
Accessory structure application for wastewater
Construct a metal garage building with an enclosed lean-to and a concrete floor.
ADU
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.
Directions: From 540, exit Six Forks Road heading North. Turn Left to stay on Six Forks Road. When you cross Hwy 98, Six Forks Road becomes New Light Road. Continue 5.6 miles on New Light Road. Home is on left, 3rd driveway after Springwood Drive.
Latitude: 36.051047
Longitude: -78.62928
Postal Code: 27587
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,284
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Wake County
APN: 1803.02 97 6608 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2019-03-18
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-17T23:45:47Z
Around this home
Schools
Pleasant Union Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.4mi
9/10
Wakefield Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
8/10
Wakefield High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
40% 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
$378,000 – $457,000
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