Finding over 10 acres in Wake County is becoming increasingly challenging! If you're looking for an excellent opportunity to own a piece of history with modern convenience and land, the Historic Branch Ferrell house is one you can't let pass you by. This type of history and over 10 acres is extremely rare. Spread across three deeded parcels, this private retreat pairs open land with a barn (water and electricity in place) and four stalls ready for horses, a hobby farm, or whatever you dream up. At its heart sits the historic Branch Ferrell House, documented in Wake County's architectural record and rebuilt to the studs in 2014. 2,500 heated square feet of preserved character and modern comfort. Chef's kitchen with an oversized island, main-level owner's suite under a cathedral ceiling, original fireplaces, and covered porches made for slow mornings. Space, privacy, and legacy, minutes from Zebulon and an easy commute to Raleigh.
Single-familyProperty Type
1863Year Built
10.76 acresLot Size
$437Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Keysheen Hinton• Keller Williams Elite Realty
Listed by Grace Jones• Keller Williams Elite Realty
The Branch Ferrell House circa 1863 is a simple Greek Revival style farm house but one of the most ornate in eastern Wake County. The interior follows a center hall plan. The walls are simple, lathe and plaster and the ceilings are board and batten. Each of the main rooms w/ fireplace, though some have been sealed over the years. This is a fixer upper at best. Agents See Remarks
TMLS #834531
Dec 15, 2006
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2005
Listed
$199,900
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,492 (+3.0%)
$174,413 + $212,057
$386,470
2024
$2,420 (+18.9%)
$174,413 + $212,057
$386,470
2023
$2,036 (+7.9%)
$174,413 + $212,057
$386,470
2022
$1,887 (+2.7%)
$122,740 + $135,812
$258,552
2021
$1,837 (+1.7%)
$122,740 + $135,812
$258,552
2020
$1,807 (+10.1%)
$122,740 + $135,812
$258,552
2019
$1,641 (+8.7%)
$122,740 + $135,812
$258,552
2018
$1,510 (+5.5%)
$93,020 + $105,498
$198,518
2017
$1,431 (+21.0%)
$93,020 + $105,498
$198,518
2016
$1,183 (+2.8%)
$93,020 + $76,915
$169,935
2015
$1,151 (+5.5%)
$93,020 + $76,915
$169,935
2014
$1,091 (+7.0%)
$138,600 + $24,254
$162,854
2013
$1,020
$138,600 + $24,254
$162,854
2012
$1,020
$138,600 + $24,254
$162,854
2011
$1,020
$138,600 + $24,254
$162,854
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.93 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,401
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,401
Year built
1863
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1788.04 90 3235 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being 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
59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Zebulon, NC • 27597
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3928 Billy Hopkins Rd
$1,038,101
$62K under list price of $1.10M
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