Only 3 bed, 2 bath in good repair for sale in Wake County for $250K or less! Affordable and Charming Ranch Home on 1.41 Acres in Zebulon! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch nestled on a spacious 1.41-acre lot in a peaceful, no-HOA neighborhood—just outside of city limits, so no city taxes! Freshly painted throughout with brand-new LVP flooring in the family room and bathrooms, gleaming hardwoods in the bedrooms, and tile in the kitchen. The home features a new bathroom vanity, updated landscaping, and plenty of outdoor space perfect for gardening, play, or relaxing on the side porch. The wood stove can be removed and capped if preferable - there is new LVP underneath! Ample parking and a quiet setting make this an ideal choice for first-time buyers or those looking to downsize. This home features a brand-new moisture barrier for added protection and peace of mind in the crawlspace. Good investment/rental opportunity! Don't miss this Zebulon gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
1.41 acresLot Size
$274Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Linda Morris• Choice Residential Real Estate
Charming country home on almost 1.5 acre of land. Easy to maintain with all hardwood and tile floors. Lot stretches to the left of the house well past hardwood trees. Nice areas for gardening, hunting or playing. Fenced in back lot. Near Zebulon Country Club.
TMLS #1776246
Mar 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 29, 2011
Listed
$104,900
$99/sq ft
TMLS #1703909
Mar 15, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jan 22, 2010
Listed
$109,999
$104/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$90,000
$85/sq ft
TMLS #717526
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$89,900
$85/sq ft
Aug 2, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2003
Listed
$89,900
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 14, 2003
Sold
$77,000
$73/sq ft
TMLS #706784
Nov 6, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2003
Listed
$87,900
$83/sq ft
TMLS #679532
Jun 11, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2003
Listed
$104,900
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,307 (+2.9%)
$59,350 + $156,204
$215,554
2024
$1,269 (+18.4%)
$59,350 + $141,817
$201,167
2023
$1,072 (+7.8%)
$59,350 + $141,817
$201,167
2022
$994 (+2.7%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2021
$968 (+1.7%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2020
$952 (+8.6%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2019
$877 (+8.6%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2018
$807 (+5.4%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2017
$766 (+2.1%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2016
$750 (−9.2%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2015
$826 (+5.4%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2014
$784 (+7.0%)
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2013
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2012
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2011
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
Tax history for 8905 Dukes Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,307 (+2.9%)
$59,350 + $156,204
$215,554
2024
$1,269 (+18.4%)
$59,350 + $141,817
$201,167
2023
$1,072 (+7.8%)
$59,350 + $141,817
$201,167
2022
$994 (+2.7%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2021
$968 (+1.7%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2020
$952 (+8.6%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2019
$877 (+8.6%)
$41,380 + $93,550
$134,930
2018
$807 (+5.4%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2017
$766 (+2.1%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2016
$750 (−9.2%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2015
$826 (+5.4%)
$29,740 + $75,196
$104,936
2014
$784 (+7.0%)
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2013
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2012
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
2011
$733
$43,380 + $72,734
$116,114
*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
1.41 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
1797.02 89 4147 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
Apr 1, 2020 • Final
Residential - accessory building
Work on a regular style carport.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Off Street, Open, Outside
Parking Total: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Amenities: None
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Zebulon
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Zebulon
High School: Wake - East Wake
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From I-440 East, take exit 14 towards US-64E. Continue onto I-87/US-64E for 15.8 miles. Take exit 435 for NC-96 toward US-64 BUS. Turn left onto NC-96N. Turn right onto Pearces Rd, then left onto Dukes Rd. House is on the right.
Latitude: 35.889045
Longitude: -78.330103
Postal Code: 27597
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Community Features: None
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Wake County
APN: 1797.02 89 4147 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
In Hall, Laundry Closet
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-09-16
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-07-18T14:58:17Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-07-09T12:14:57Z
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Schools
Zebulon Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
5/10
Zebulon Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
5/10
East Wake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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
0.31% 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
57% 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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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
$276,000 – $334,000
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