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Rare acreage, privacy, and future potential in Wake Forest! Tucked away on approximately 4.60 wooded acres, 8525 Purnell Ridge Road offers the peaceful setting buyers dream about—with a long private drive, mature trees, and a home surrounded by nature. Offering approximately 2,586 heated square feet, the home features 5 bedrooms, multiple living and gathering spaces, two fireplaces, extensive built-ins, stainless steel appliances, and a two-car garage. The spacious kitchen opens naturally to the home's living areas, while the large rear deck creates an inviting place to entertain, relax, or simply enjoy the wooded surroundings. Step outside to discover established landscaping, garden areas, and a charming koi pond that adds to the property's private retreat feel. What truly sets this property apart is the land. With R-80W zoning, the approximately 4.60-acre parcel offers room to spread out, create gardens or outdoor recreation space, and enjoy a level of privacy increasingly difficult to find. Wake County has confirmed the property can be subdivided into two lots, creating the opportunity for a second homesite and adding meaningful flexibility and long-term potential for the next owner. Live in the existing home while preserving the surrounding acreage, explore a future homesite for family, or investigate the possibilities offered by subdivision. A distinctive combination of acreage, privacy, established living space, and future potential.
Elementary School |
Middle School |
High School |
| Wake - North Forest Pines Elementary Distance: N/A Miles |
Wake - Wakefield Middle Distance: N/A Miles |
Wake - Wakefield High Distance: N/A Miles |
Price History
| 9/20/2026 | Listed $615,000 |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Gas Pack,Heat Pump,Propane |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Septic Available,Septic Connected,Water Available,Water Connected,Propane,Underground Utilities |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Appliances | Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Down Draft,Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Freezer,Ice Maker,Microwave,Oven,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Trash Compactor,Washer,Washer/Dryer,Water Heater |
| Zoning | R-80W |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Block,Brick,Glass,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1948 |
| View | Garden,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Wake |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Purnell Ridge |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 12 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | NC-98 to Stony Hill Rd. Left onto Purnell Rd. Right onto Purnell Ridge Rd. Home will be on the left. |
| High School | Wake - Wakefield High |
| City | Wake Forest |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 200375 |
| Elementary School | Wake - North Forest Pines Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3529.62 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Wake - Wakefield Middle |
| Structure Type | House,Site Built |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Central Vacuum,Crown Molding,Dining L,Double Vanity,Dual Closets,Kitchen Island,Laminate Counters,Natural Woodwork,Primary Downstairs,Recessed Lighting,Shower Only,Storage,Track Lighting |
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Laminate,Linoleum,Vinyl |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas,Gas Log,Living Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds,Wood Frames |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2586 |
| Half Baths | 0 |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Fire Pit,Garden,Lighting,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Storage |
| Fencing | None |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Garden,Landscaped,Level,Many Trees,Native Plants,Private,Secluded,Wetlands,Wooded |
| Water Source | Private,Well |
| Lot Size Area | 4.6 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Crawlspace |
| Building Area Total | 2586 |
| Lot Size Acres | 4.6 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
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