Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Craftsman-style farmhouse nestled on a flat, 1.31-acre lot just outside the Zebulon city limits in Wake County. Ideally located minutes from I-64 and I-264, this home offers both peaceful country living and convenient access to the Triangle. Step inside to find a beautifully updated kitchen featuring new white cabinetry, butcher block island, white glass appliances, a wet bar, tile backsplash, and a cozy bay window breakfast nook. Custom trim work and stylish accent walls add warmth and personality throughout the home. Upstairs, enjoy a versatile finished space complete with a full bathroom—perfect for a home office, theater room, or even an additional workshop. Outdoors, take in stunning sunsets from the front porch, entertain on the rear deck, or cool off in the above-ground pool. The oversized driveway offers plenty of parking for guests, trailers, or extra vehicles. This one-of-a-kind home is ready to welcome you!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
1.31 acresLot Size
$187Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Tyler Chestnutt• EXP Realty LLC
Listed by Eric Struble• EXP Realty LLC
Bought with Patricia Hampton• Hampton & Company Real Estate
CHARMING THREE BEDROOM / TWO BATH HOME WITH FINISHED UPSTAIRS SPACE THAT CAN BE USED AS ADDITIONAL BEDROOM OR BONUS. LOCATED JUST OUTSIDE THE ZEBULON CITY LIMITS. COME RELAX ON FRONT PORCH/DECK OR GARDEN IN THE HUGE YARD!
TMLS #1889572
Nov 15, 2013
Sold
$129,000
$59/sq ft
Nov 15, 2013
Sold
$129,000
$59/sq ft
Sep 11, 2013
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2013
Relisted
—
Jun 1, 2013
Pending
—
May 8, 2013
Listed
$129,000
$59/sq ft
May 7, 2013
Listed
$129,000
$59/sq ft
+3
Beautiful home with tons of possibilities. Nice front porch. Bay window nook. Private master bath with huge walk in closet. Property to be sold as-is. Ask your agent for details. Please note utilities are off at this property-bring a flashlight. See agent remarks for bidding instructions
TMLS #657606
Apr 30, 2003
Sold
$154,000
$71/sq ft
Mar 27, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Sep 15, 2002
Listed
$159,900
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 20, 2002
Sold
$47,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,255 (+3.0%)
$67,400 + $327,589
$394,989
2024
$2,190 (+27.0%)
$67,400 + $282,106
$349,506
2023
$1,724 (+7.9%)
$67,400 + $282,106
$349,506
2022
$1,599 (+2.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2021
$1,556 (+1.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2020
$1,530 (+3.6%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2019
$1,477 (+21.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2018
$1,214 (+5.4%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2017
$1,151 (+2.1%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2016
$1,127 (+0.7%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2015
$1,119 (+5.5%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2014
$1,061 (+48.2%)
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2013
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2012
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2011
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
Tax history for 820 Water Plant Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,255 (+3.0%)
$67,400 + $327,589
$394,989
2024
$2,190 (+27.0%)
$67,400 + $282,106
$349,506
2023
$1,724 (+7.9%)
$67,400 + $282,106
$349,506
2022
$1,599 (+2.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2021
$1,556 (+1.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2020
$1,530 (+3.6%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2019
$1,477 (+21.7%)
$42,060 + $176,514
$218,574
2018
$1,214 (+5.4%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2017
$1,151 (+2.1%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2016
$1,127 (+0.7%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2015
$1,119 (+5.5%)
$30,340 + $128,709
$159,049
2014
$1,061 (+48.2%)
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2013
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2012
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
2011
$716
$30,000 + $128,335
$158,335
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.31 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
2,132
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1795.07 58 3170 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
Aug 18, 2026 • Active
Residential trade permit. plumbing, mechanical, or electrical
HVAC
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.
Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Septic Available, Septic Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Wakelon
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Zebulon
High School: Wake - East Wake
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From I-540 take Exit 26B to merge onto I-87/US-264 E/US-64 E toward I-87 N/Rocky Mt/Wilson. Continue onto US-264 E/US-64 E. Take exit 432 toward Wendell. Right onto Lizard Lick Rd. Left onto NC-97 E. Left onto Green Pace Rd. Right onto Water Plant Rd. Home will be on your right.
Latitude: 35.831198
Longitude: -78.340911
Postal Code: 27597
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,132
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Wake County
APN: 1795.07 58 3170 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
In Hall, Inside, Main Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-08-19
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-06-05T23:50:29Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-06-06T01:04:25Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-07-08T22:53:41Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 415000.0
Around this home
Schools
Wakelon Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Zebulon Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
East Wake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
4/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Zebulon, NC • 27597
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$385,000 – $466,000
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