$450,000

108 W Chestnut Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,562 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1909
0.36acre lot
—— car garage
$288/sqft
Listed 12 days ago

Property Description

Rooted in Wake Forest history and lovingly reimagined for modern life, this ranch-style mill home, originally part of the Royal Mill village, blends preserved character with fully updated infrastructure. Held by its original owners until the 1980s, the home has been painstakingly renovated by the current owners to retain its historic charm while being brought fully to modern code for today's lifestyle. High ceilings, portions of original hardwood floors, and the welcoming front porch serve as timeless nods to its mill-era origins. Thoughtfully reimagined living and bedroom spaces allow the home to live far larger than its footprint, offering an airy, open feel throughout. The renovated kitchen anchors the home with a large island, abundant cabinetry, and walk-in pantry, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, while the expansive main-floor primary suite features a massive walk-in closet and beautifully updated spa-style bath. Extensive improvements to systems, structure, and roof provide the peace of mind typically found in new construction. Located just blocks from downtown Wake Forest's White Street and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and adjacent to the Wake Forest Historic District, the setting offers tree-lined streets and timeless small-town charm. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Wake Forest history thoughtfully preserved and beautifully rebuilt for modern living.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 19, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 3, 2026 at 2:08PM
Listing Office:: Premier Agents Network : 919-944-4122
Listing Agent:: Ashley Quinn : 919-622-9950
MLS ID:: 10147435

General: Bathtub/Shower CombinationCeiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingGranite CountersHigh CeilingsHigh Speed InternetKitchen IslandOpen FloorplanPantryMaster DownstairsSmooth CeilingsStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Wired for Data
Appliances: DishwasherDisposalExhaust FanFree-Standing Electric RangeGas Water HeaterIce MakerMicrowavePlumbed For Ice MakerRangeRefrigeratorSelf Cleaning OvenTankless Water HeaterWasher/Dryer Stacked
Laundry: Laundry Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Flooring: Hardwood
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirHeat Pump
Heating: Forced AirHeat Pump

Style: CottageCraftsman
Parking: Driveway

Roofing: Shingle
Windows: BlindsInsulated Windows
General: Fiber CementFrameWood Siding1BlockPillar/Post/Pier

Road/Access: City Street
Originating MLS: Triangle MLS
County: Wake

Zoning: UR0013911

Utilities: Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Triangle MLS

This listing courtesy of Ashley Quinn , Premier Agents Network

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Location

Schools Nearby

Wake Forest Elementary School

136 W Sycamore Ave, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Grades PK-5

1.11 miles away

Wake Forest Middle School

1800 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Grades 6-8

2.87 miles away

Wake Forest High School

420 Stadium Dr, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Grades 9-12

0.72 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.