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Property Description
PRICE REDUCTION TO ADD YOUR FINISHING TOUCHES !!! 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2518 McGowan Ct
General
- Sold For: $635,000
- Taxes: $6,011
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10155856
- Added to Site: 149 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shower, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wet Bar, Whirlpool Tub
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, See Through
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Pond Year Round
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level
Location
- County: Wake
- Subdivision: Country Club Downs
- Driving Directions: From Camp Kanata Rd Turn right onto Purnell Rd Turn right onto Hogan Dr Turn right onto McGowan Ct
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Wake - Richland Creek Elementary School
- Middle School: Wake - Wake Forest Middle School
- High School: Wake - Wake Forest High School
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional, Transitional
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Brick Veneer, Engineered Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 3353
- Square Feet: 3,353
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,353 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1990
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.96
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 41,817.6
- Frontage: See Remarks
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Views
- Zoning: GR3
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,011.19
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 183204614620000 0179400
- Lot Number: 8
Listed by Smart Choice Realty Company, Samara Presley (919) 883-7451
Sold by Better Homes & Gardens Real Es, Tamara Lynn Edwards
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Schools
Schools serving 2518 McGowan Ct
School District:Wake County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Richland Creek Elementary School 840 Wallridge Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Wake Forest Middle School 1800 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587 | 6-8 | 3.6 mi |
Wake Forest High School 420 West Stadium Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2518 McGowan Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/14/2026
Sold
$635,000
-2.31%
MLS
5/14/2026
Price Reduced
$650,000
-5.11%
MLS
4/30/2026
Price Reduced
$685,000
-1.44%
MLS
3/27/2026
Listed
$695,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
2518 McGowan Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587 (MLS# 10155856) is a Single Family property that was sold at $635,000 on July 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 2518 McGowan Court? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wake Forest? You can browse all Wake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

