$700,000
About this home
Welcome home! Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this beautiful property is located in desirable Kensington Manor, where you'll enjoy spacious lots and the benefit of no city taxes. Nestled on a level, professionally landscaped homesite, the home offers privacy and an expansive backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step onto the inviting rocking chair front porch and into a stunning two-story foyer, flanked by a formal dining room and a dedicated home office. Much of the home features updated luxury vinyl plank flooring, combining style and durability. The open-concept layout makes entertaining effortless, with a dramatic two-story family room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and breakfast area. The well-appointed kitchen features a center island with a gas cooktop, granite countertops, wall oven, built-in microwave, and a spacious walk-in pantry--perfect for both everyday living and hosting guests.Looking for a spa-like retreat at home? The beautifully renovated primary bath features a spacious walk-in shower, a sauna, dual vanities, and a private water closet. The primary suite is highlighted by a tray ceiling and two generous walk-in closets. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms. Two offer private en-suite baths, while the third shares a Jack-and-Jill bath with the bonus room--providing flexibility for guests or additional living space. Enjoy the best of both worlds with this ideal location--offering a peaceful, country-like setting just a mile from Jenkins Road and Capital Blvd, where you'll find Wake Forest Crossing Shopping Center with a variety of major retailers, dining options, and a grocery store. Please note some of the pictures have been virtually staged, home is vacant.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Doorify MLS
- MLS #
- 10163988
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Kensington Manor
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 174
- On market date
- May 1, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 4.5
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.76 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.2:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,122
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.0:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Wake Forest's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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