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$784,900

8920 Tara Hill Lane, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Listed by Craig Shatilla · RE/MAX EXECUTIVE
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Living area
N/A
Year built
2015

About this home

Hidden Gem in Wake Forest, NC | 3-Car Garage | Finished Third Floor | Screened Porch Tucked within the highly sought-after Emerald Woods community, this beautifully designed Wake County home offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and everyday functionality just minutes from Wake Forest shopping, dining, and entertainment. Set on an oversized corner lot with mature trees and professional landscaping, the home makes a striking first impression with its inviting curb appeal and sense of privacy. A spacious rocking chair front porch welcomes you inside to a bright, airy foyer where refined details and a thoughtful layout immediately stand out. French glass doors lead to a private office, ideal for remote work, study, or flexible living space. The formal dining room showcases classic wainscoting and a tray ceiling, creating a sophisticated setting for gatherings and special occasions. A charming bonus nook near the staircase offers clever extra storage, or could serve as a cozy hideaway for pets. The open-concept main level is designed for both relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The generous family room features a gas fireplace and abundant natural light, flowing seamlessly into the chef's kitchen with granite countertops, a large center island, stainless steel appliances, custom tile backsplash, butler's pantry, and walk-in pantry. A well-planned mudroom with a drop zone, bench, and built-in cubbies adds convenience, while the main-level guest suite with a full bath offers comfort and privacy for visitors or multigenerational living. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite feels like a true retreat with a tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and spa-inspired ensuite featuring dual vanities, a garden tub, walk-in shower, and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms, a bonus room, laundry room, and two full bathrooms provide exceptional space and flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. The finished third floor expands the home's possibilities with a full bathroom and endless potential for a media room, home theater, game room, or recreation space. Outdoors, enjoy year-round living on the screened porch overlooking the private backyard. A custom stamped concrete patio with built-in fire pit creates a beautiful setting for entertaining or unwinding under the stars. With its elegant finishes, expansive layout, and highly desirable Emerald Woods location, this Wake Forest home delivers the space, style, and setting today's buyers are searching for.

Property details

MLS
Doorify MLS
MLS #
10165141
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Emerald Woods
Status
Active
Days on market
165
On market date
October 12, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5
Garage spaces
3
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.85 acres
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Nearby schools

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.

Elementary
North Forest Pines Elementary
5.08 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
539
Student:teacher ratio
14.2:1
District
Wake County Schools
Middle
Wakefield Middle
5.51 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
921
Student:teacher ratio
17.1:1
District
Wake County Schools
High
Vernon Malone College and Career Academy
19.28 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
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).

15
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.8 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Wake Forest, from live MLS data.

On the market 165 days -- 49 more days than Wake Forest's current average of 116 days.
For reference, the median list price across 612 active listings in Wake Forest right now is $475,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$156,980 down
$627,920 loan
Principal & interest$4,073
Property tax (est.)$654
Home insurance (est.)$150

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