Welcome to this three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family residence located in Wake Forest with NO HOA. Situated on over 2 acres, this home offers generous outdoor space for various pursuits especially for bird enthusiasts. The property includes a two-car garage, unfinished basement with outside access, NEW LVP flooring throughout, brand new bathroom vanities and shower/bathtub. This residence provides a solid foundation for those seeking a home with substantial land in Wake County while still being a few miles from downtown shopping and dining. Aviary is located on property, can also be used as a chicken coop.
Est. $2,380 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2534 Purnell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10174422
Sep 4, 2026
Sold
$510,000
$289/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$297/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Listed
$545,000
$308/sq ft
TMLS #10035143
Jul 31, 2024
Sold
$440,000
$249/sq ft
Jun 19, 2024
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2024
Listed
$462,500
$262/sq ft
+24
Hard to find ranch home with a beautiful designed oasis landscape on 2.8 acres with a view of a variety of flowers and trees. A peaceful natural setting with 400 azaleas. A three-tier wood deck offers entertaining with family and friends. The main entrance opens into a spacious family room with a vaulted ceiling and fireplace with gas logs. A partial basement allows storage and a workshop. Property is in great condition. US Highway 1 is within minutes from property's address for shopping, dining, retail, hospitals, schools, colleges, and etc. Motivated seller priced ''as is'' to minimize negotiations with buyers. No Drive-by. By appointment only.
Public Records
Sep 28, 1984
Sold
$104,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,865 (+70.1%)
$156,864 + $287,890
$444,754
2024
$1,684 (+33.0%)
$156,864 + $287,890
$444,754
2023
$1,266 (+7.8%)
$156,864 + $313,971
$470,835
2022
$1,174 (+2.7%)
$88,040 + $190,636
$278,676
2021
$1,143 (+1.7%)
$88,040 + $190,636
$278,676
2020
$1,125 (−5.2%)
$88,040 + $190,636
$278,676
2019
$1,187 (+8.7%)
$88,040 + $190,636
$278,676
2018
$1,092 (+5.4%)
$80,040 + $164,664
$244,704
2017
$1,036 (+2.1%)
$80,040 + $164,664
$244,704
2016
$1,015 (−8.1%)
$80,040 + $164,664
$244,704
2015
$1,105 (+5.4%)
$80,040 + $164,664
$244,704
2014
$1,048 (−36.4%)
$107,320 + $157,999
$265,319
2013
$1,649
$107,320 + $157,999
$265,319
2012
$1,649
$107,320 + $157,999
$265,319
2011
$1,649
$107,320 + $157,999
$265,319
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.82 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
1,774
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1832.04 63 0260 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.
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Wake County Schools
Middle Or Junior School: Wake County Schools
High School: Wake County Schools
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: Head north on Capital Blvd / US-1 N toward Wake Forest. Drive north: Continue following US-1 N for approximately 15 miles. Take a left turn onto Purnell Rd. Follow Purnell Rd for about 3.5 miles. 2534 Purnell Rd will be on your right.
Latitude: 36.010961
Longitude: -78.539959
Postal Code: 27587
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Community Information
Community Features: None
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,774
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.82 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Wake County
APN: 1832.04 63 0260 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
In Hall, Inside, Laundry Closet
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-09-04
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-06-18T19:15:44Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-07-09T00:22:11Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-07-02T14:20:32Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 545000.0
Around this home
Schools
Richland Creek Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Wake Forest Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
4/10
Wake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
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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
48% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wake Forest, NC • 27587
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Wake Forest. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
7.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$482,000 – $583,000
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