# 2518 Mcgowan Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba single family, $695,000 ($207/sqft), built 1990, 3,353 sqft.
> Fireplace, Hardwood, A/C. Est. $3,012/mo. Listed 14 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $695,000 |
| Price/sqft | $207 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 3,353 |
| Year Built | 1990 |
| Lot Size | 41,818 sqft (0.96 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 14 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $3,012 |
| **Total** | **$3,012** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Wake - Richland Creek
- **Middle:** Wake - Wake Forest
- **High:** Wake - Wake Forest

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1990
- 0.96 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Custom-built, hard-to-find ranch on a private cul-de-sac lot just under an acre, featuring hardwood trees and serene pond and lake views! Enjoy peaceful outdoor living with a fountain in the pond and stone bench seating, creating a truly relaxing setting. Inside, the home features high ceilings, large windows with plantation shutters & real hardwood oak floors throughout! The layout includes a formal dining room with chair rail and wainscoting, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wall oven and microwave, center island with gas cooktop, pantry, built-in desk area with additional storage & under-cabinet lighting! The family room offers a warm and inviting space with a custom pass-through gas fireplace (with separate remotes for each side), wet bar & transom windows that bring in natural light. The spacious primary suite features dual walk-in closets, dual vanities, additional storage closets, tray ceiling & crown molding, along with a spa-like bath including a walk-in shower, jetted tub & private water closet! Upstairs, a large bonus room with skylights provides flexible space for a home office, media room, or playroom. Additional highlights include a large deck for entertaining, expansive private backyard, 2-car garage with built-in cabinets and workspace & abundant storage throughout. The home also features a professionally encapsulated crawlspace with automatic dehumidifier for improved energy efficiency and RING floodlights installed around the perimeter of the home. Conveniently located near downtown Wake Forest, with easy access to local shops, dining & major retailers including Wegmans, Harris Teeter, Target & more! This unique property offers a rare combination of privacy, custom features & prime location.

## Location

- **Address:** 2518 Mcgowan Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
- **County:** Wake
- **Neighborhood:** Country Club Downs
- **Coordinates:** 36.006531, -78.538781
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=36.006531,-78.538781

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Samara Presley
- **Brokerage:** Smart Choice Realty Company
- **Phone:** 9198837451
- **Email:** readme@smartpeoplelivehere.com

## Primary Photo

![2518 Mcgowan Court - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/a6adc95ed7c72ef88b48b3b28e504a0al-f1121223703r.jpg)

*64 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/2518-mcgowan-court-wake-forest-nc-27587-10155856)*

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**MLS#:** 10155856 | **Updated:** 2026-04-26
**Source:** listhub

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