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$695,000
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2518 Mcgowan Court
Wake Forest, NC 27587

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,353
SqFt
$207
/SqFt
1990
Built
Subdivision:
Country Club Downs
County:
Wake

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Custom-built, hard-to-find ranch on a private cul-de-sac lot just under an acre, featuring hardwood trees and serene pond and lake views! Enjoy peaceful outdoor living with a fountain in the pond and stone bench seating, creating a truly relaxing setting. Inside, the home features high ceilings, large windows with plantation shutters & real hardwood oak floors throughout! The layout includes a formal dining room with chair rail and wainscoting, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wall oven and microwave, center island with gas cooktop, pantry, built-in desk area with additional storage & under-cabinet lighting! The family room offers a warm and inviting space with a custom pass-through gas fireplace (with separate remotes for each side), wet bar & transom windows that bring in natural light. The spacious primary suite features dual walk-in closets, dual vanities, additional storage closets, tray ceiling & crown molding, along with a spa-like bath including a walk-in shower, jetted tub & private water closet! Upstairs, a large bonus room with skylights provides flexible space for a home office, media room, or playroom. Additional highlights include a large deck for entertaining, expansive private backyard, 2-car garage with built-in cabinets and workspace & abundant storage throughout. The home also features a professionally encapsulated crawlspace with automatic dehumidifier for improved energy efficiency and RING floodlights installed around the perimeter of the home. Conveniently located near downtown Wake Forest, with easy access to local shops, dining & major retailers including Wegmans, Harris Teeter, Target & more! This unique property offers a rare combination of privacy, custom features & prime location.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$695,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,353 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.96 Acres
Year Built 
1990
MLS® Number 
10155856
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$6,011.19
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
9 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
17 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.96
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
One and One Half
Parking 
AttachedDrivewayGarageGarage Faces SideKitchen Level
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
3353
SqFt Total 
3353
Style 
RanchTraditionalTransitional
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
GR3
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDishwasherDryerGas CooktopGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorOvenWasherWater Heater
Basement 
Crawl Space
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomGasGas LogLiving RoomSee Through
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
CarpetHardwoodTile
Heating 
ElectricForced AirNatural Gas
Interior 
Ceiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingDouble VanityEntrance FoyerGranite CountersKitchen IslandPantryTray Ceiling(s)Vaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)Wet Bar
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomMain Level
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14.5 x 11.5Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14.5 x 10.5Level - Main
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 31 x 21Level - Second
Breakfast Room 
Dimensions - 13 x 7.5Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 10.5 x 13Level - Main
Entrance Hall 
Dimensions - 10.5 x 7Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 16.5 x 16.5Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 15 x 13Level - Main
Laundry 
Dimensions - 6 x 6Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 17 x 30.5Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14.5 x 15.5Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick Veneer
Exterior 
Private Yard
Lot Features 
Cul-De-SacViews
Patio And Porch 
DeckFront Porch
Road Frontage 
See Remarks
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
Community Features 
Lake
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalVA Loan
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Wake - Richland Creek
Middle School
Wake - Wake Forest
High School
Wake - Wake Forest
Listing courtesy of Samara Presley of Smart Choice Realty Company



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