
213 Yellow Poplar Ave Wake Forest, NC 27587
Estimated payment $2,614/month
Highlights
- Creek or Stream View
- Transitional Architecture
- Finished Attic
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Kiwanis Park
About This Home
Ditch the car, you won't need it much when you own this lovely Downtown Wake Forest custom built home. This 4-level retreat offers tranquil views and abundant space to spread out and live comfortably. Home office? Check. Play room? Check. Music room? Check. Upon arrival you'll be instantly greeted by a full front porch. Not too many cars but you'll see dog walkers, and people enjoying a little exercise. Inside you'll enjoy a spacious living room, where a cozy wood burning fireplace creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The main level also features a covered deck, ideal for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Upstairs, the expansive owner's suite boasts a large bathroom with a separate soaking tub and shower, offering a private retreat. Two additional bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests. Venture to the finished attic, a versatile carpeted space perfect for a home office, playroom, or flex area.
The basement offers extra storage or could be an additional room and connects seamlessly to the two-car garage. Outside, a small creek and the Kiwanis Park Greenway create a serene backdrop, enhancing the home's peaceful appeal.
Located approximately ½ mile to downtown Wake Forest, Community Library, Franklin Academy, and so much more. With easy access to Highway 98, this home blends comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.
Updates include some interior paint (2025), exterior paint (2022), boxing/siding repairs (2022), a new roof (2020), AC/furnace (2017) and Water Heater replacement (2012). Estimates available for flooring upgrades upon request. Flexible Options for laundry area include lower lever and main floor.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,578
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Many Trees
- Few Trees
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Private Driveway
Property Views
- Creek or Stream
- Park or Greenbelt
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Transitional Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Combination Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,600 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Chandelier
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Laundry in Kitchen
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Electric Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Attic
- Permanent Attic Stairs
- Finished Attic
Unfinished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Wake Forest Elementary And Middle School
- Wake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Heath Ridge Village Subdivision
- Greenbelt
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1840471869
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,577 | $368,078 | $85,000 | $283,078 |
2023 | $2,585 | $220,730 | $50,000 | $170,730 |
2022 | $2,480 | $220,730 | $50,000 | $170,730 |
2021 | $2,437 | $220,730 | $50,000 | $170,730 |
2020 | $2,437 | $220,730 | $50,000 | $170,730 |
2019 | $2,230 | $178,086 | $40,000 | $138,086 |
2018 | $2,111 | $178,086 | $40,000 | $138,086 |
2017 | $2,041 | $178,086 | $40,000 | $138,086 |
2016 | $2,015 | $178,086 | $40,000 | $138,086 |
2015 | $2,057 | $179,587 | $40,000 | $139,587 |
2014 | $1,992 | $179,587 | $40,000 | $139,587 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/20/2025 03/20/25 | For Sale | $415,000 | -- | $259 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Deed | $146,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | $26,400 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Open | $132,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Closed | $132,000 | Unknown |
About the Listing Agent

In a charming suburb of historic Philadelphia, Rob bought his first home in 1993. Rob was a self-starter & he’d just paid his way through a business degree by successfully balancing work & study. He excelled in business. And he loved people. And with that first transaction on Lawnside Avenue, Rob Zelem discovered his passion. It was then he knew he wanted to spend his life helping people make their dreams come true by way of home sweet home.
It was quite an unusual time to enter the real
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