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2428 Rachel Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,890 Sq Ft

Rare Wake Forest Property! Nestled on nearly an acre (.91 acres) in one of Wake Forest's most desirable areas, this charming ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of privacy, flexibility, and location. You'll feel tucked away among the trees while still being just minutes from all the shopping, dining, and community events Wake Forest is known for.Step inside to discover three comfortable bedrooms plus two additional flex roomsideal for a home office, exercise space, or guest suite. The owner has added a beautiful screened porch and a spacious deck overlooking wooded views, creating the perfect outdoor retreat for quiet mornings or gatherings.This home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated throughout, including: Spacious new driveway, new primary bedroom carpet and walk-in shower, new heat pump (2025).With no HOA restrictions, you can truly live as you want to livebring your garden dreams, hobbies, or simply enjoy the peace and space that come with this rare Wake Forest find.

Listing By: Whitney Tarkenton Novitsky - LPT Realty, LLC nctriangle Realty.com
  • MLS# 10135608
  • Date Listed12/03/2025
  • Days on Realty 3 Days
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.91 acres (39,640 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Septic Tank
  • Subdivision Horsecreek
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Wake
  • Year Built 1948
  • Water Private, Well
  • Square Feet 1,890 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $230.16

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dishwasher, Free- Standing Gas Oven, Microwave
  • Flooring Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Heat Pump

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Rain Gutters, Storage, Shed(s)
  • Roof Other
  • Lot Size Acres 0.91
  • Lot Size SQFT 39,639.60
  • Lot Features Many Trees, Wooded

Directions

To get to 2428 Rachel Drive in Wake Forest from Raleigh, start by taking US-1 North (Capital Boulevard) toward Wake Forest and continue for about 12 miles. Take the NC-98 East exit toward Wake Forest and Rolesville, then turn right onto NC-98 East, also known as Dr. Calvin Jones Highway. Continue for about 2 miles, then turn left onto Jones Dairy Road. After approximately 1 mile, turn right onto Rachel Drive. You'll find 2428 Rachel Drive along this road on your left. The drive typically takes around 25 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $2,180
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Wake Forest Elementary

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

3.53 mi

Distance

North Forest Pines Elementary

Public • PK - 5

3.59 mi

Distance

Forest Pines Elementary

Public • PK - 5

3.59 mi

Distance

Wakefield Elementary

Public • PK - 5

3.83 mi

Distance

Heritage Elementary

Public • PK - 5

5 mi

Distance

Wakefield Middle

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

3.83 mi

Distance

Wake Forest Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

4.03 mi

Distance

Heritage Middle

Public • 6 - 8

5 mi

Distance

Rolesville Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

8.85 mi

Distance

North Wake College And Career Academy

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.2 mi

Distance

Wake Forest-rolesville High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.73 mi

Distance

Wakefield High

Public • 9 - 12

3.83 mi

Distance

Heritage High School

Public • 9 - 12

5.76 mi

Distance

Thales Academy

Private • 06 - 12

9.41 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in NC / 27587

Source: Walkscore

3/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

11/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 11/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 19/100.

Points of Interest near 2428 Rachel Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Frequently Asked Questions for 2428 Rachel Drive

Source: Realty.com

2428 Rachel Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a Single Family 1,890 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 34 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $435,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 34 photos of 2428 Rachel Drive.

Our records indicate that 2428 Rachel Drive was built in 1948.

The full address for this home is 2428 Rachel Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587.

2428 Rachel Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Wed December 03, 2025

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 11/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 19/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 2428 Rachel Drive. Wake Forest Elementary (Grades: PK - 5), Wakefield Middle (Grades: 6 - 8), North Wake College And Career Academy (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Lpt Realty, Llc (tel: 877-366-2213)
Listing agent: Whitney Novitsky (#100863)

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