Discover Comfort, Space, and Character in Willow Spring. Welcome to this one-of-a-kind home nestled on a spacious lot that backs up to serene woods, offering unmatched privacy and tranquility in a quiet, no-thru-traffic neighborhood with no HOA dues. Inside, the heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen featuring all-new appliances, including a Thor professional-grade gas range, vent hood, refrigerator, and a pot filler for added convenience. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or preparing a quiet dinner, this kitchen is built to impress. The inviting living room boasts a custom built-in bar, a coffee bar, and a wine refrigerator—all of which convey the home, along with the kitchen refrigerator and an additional refrigerator in the garage. A cozy fireplace adds warmth and charm, making this space perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious fourth bedroom with a full bath and bidet, a versatile bonus room, and a media/rec room ideal for movie nights or game days. A private sauna upstairs provides a luxurious retreat right at home. Step outside to enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds. Relax on the screened-in porch, host guests on the deck, or entertain beneath the detached pergola situated in the backyard. A fire pit area offers the perfect spot for evening gatherings. Additional outdoor highlights include a greenhouse and multiple storage buildings, all set within a generous yard offering space to play, garden, or simply enjoy nature. The home features several key updates, including a new roof installed in summer 2023, a new water heater added in spring 2025, and a new vapor barrier in the crawl space completed in spring 2025. These recent improvements offer added peace of mind and long-term value for the next homeowner. Conveniently located with easy access to I-540, this home offers both accessibility and seclusion—an ideal blend of connection and calm. Set in a warm and welcoming community, this exceptional property delivers comfort, character, and peace of mind inside and out.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$190Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Delphine Camara• Keller Williams Realty Cary
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.06 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,262
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0696.03 14 9544 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
R-30
Residential-30 District
The R-30 districts are known as non-watershed residential districts. These districts allow a range of very-low to moderate-density residential development and various building forms, depending on the specific district. A limited number of nonresidential uses are also allowed. Some nonresidential uses are permitted by-right; others are allowed only within designated activity centers and then 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:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Herbert Akins Road
High School: Wake - Willow Spring
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From McGee's Crossroads (Highways 50 and 210), head northwest on NC 50 for about 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Shell Cracker Drive and continue for 0.3 miles. The home is on the left at 1709 Shell Cracker Dr.
Latitude: 35.575581
Longitude: -78.690782
Postal Code: 27592
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,262
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Wake County
APN: 0696.03 14 9544 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-09-15
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-08-16T01:02:51Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-08-04T13:27:00Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-08-01T18:57:41Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 475000.0
Around this home
Schools
Willow Springs Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Herbert Akins Road Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
8/10
Willow Spring High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
61% 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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Historical weather
Willow Spring, NC • 27592
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$430,000 – $520,000
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