About 420 N Allen Road
Discover the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comfort in this adorable bungalow style single family home, ideally located just a few blocks from the heart of downtown Wake Forest! This 3 bedroom 2 full bathroom home with NO HOA offers a private, tranquil retreat without sacrificing city convenience. This historic established area of town boasts tree lined sidewalks, nearby greenway access, and multiple public parks with amenities for everyone: playgrounds, athletic fields, tennis courts, splash zones, dog parks, hiking trails, and water activities! Step onto the inviting rocking chair front porch, and enter this home to find a fresh, clean, yet cozy vibe within this move-in-ready gem! The true highlight of this property is the seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Whether you are enjoying your morning coffee on one of the covered porches, or hosting a summer garden party beneath the trees on the new flagstone patio, you'll love the lifestyle this home affords. The backyard is an absolute sanctuary filled with low maintenance native perennial pollinator gardens, flat grassy space, and a shed for storing all your gardening tools and more. The backyard is fully privacy-fenced, and thoughtfully designed with a new flagstone patio area, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in your own peaceful oasis. This home doesn't just look good; it offers peace of mind. Current owner has kept meticulous records and has made significant updates including fresh exterior paint 2026, HVAC system installed in 2022, landscaping and drainage improvements, and so much more. This home is a must-see whether you're a first time home-buyer, investor, downsizer, or just need a low maintenance property central to "everything Wake Forest." This one will CHARM you AND check all your boxes!
Features of 420 N Allen Road
| MLS® # | 10181061 |
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| Price | $275,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 960 |
| Acres | 0.12 |
| Year Built | 1945 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Bungalow, Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 420 N Allen Road |
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| Subdivision | Brewer |
| City | Wake Forest |
| County | Wake |
| State | NC |
| Zip Code | 27587 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
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| Parking | Driveway |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, See Remarks, Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Smooth Ceilings |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater |
| Heating | Central, Electric, Heat Pump, None |
| Cooling | Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
| Has Basement | No |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage |
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| Lot Description | Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private |
| Windows | Insulated Windows |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Masonite |
| Foundation | Crawlspace |
School Information
| Elementary | Wake - Richland Creek Elementary School |
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| Middle | Wake - Wake Forest Middle School |
| High | Wake - Wake Forest High School |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 17th, 2026 |
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| Zoning | UR |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Keller Williams Realty |
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