229 Short Street, Wendell, NC 27591 - Photo 1

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$245,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,881 Sq. Ft.
0.34 Acres
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

BACK ON THE MARKET- Now listed at $245,000, this is your opportunity to own a charming brick ranch in the heart of historic downtown Wendell-full of character and bursting with potential! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a blend of timeless appeal and thoughtful upgrades, including a roof less than 5 years old, a new 2024 water heater, and an updated crawl space that was cleaned, old insulation replaced and dehumidifier installed or added peace of mind. Vents were cleaned and UV light installed. Inside, enjoy remodeled bathrooms, new flooring in the secondary bedroom and mudroom, and updated windows in two bedrooms. The bright and airy sunroom is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The detached one-car garage includes what used to be a workshop and bonus area, picture the endless possibilities. While some additional updates and repairs may be needed, this home offers a rare chance to customize and create your dream home in a sought-after location. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner with vision, this property is a must-see. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity-schedule your showing today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 229 Short St

General

Sold For: $245,000
Taxes: $2,231
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10081012
Added to Site: 315 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 7
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway

Location

County: Wake
Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Driving Directions: From I-440 in Raleigh take exit 14(US-264E) to exit 429 Wendell Boulevard, turn right off ramp, go 3.5 miles into Wendell turn right on Wall st, at the end of Wall st turn left onto Short st, property is on your right.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Wake - Wendell
Middle School: Wake - Wendell
High School: Wake - East Wake

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Exterior Const.: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle
Stories/Levels: 1
Building Size: 1881
Square Feet: 1,881
Finished Above Grnd: 1,881 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1948

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,810.4

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,231.08

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 1784417034
Lot Number: 3

Listed by Reeves Realty, Inc., Barrington Simpson (919) 217-5222 and Reeves Realty, Inc., Carol-Veronica Reeves (919) 217-5222
Sold by Reeves Realty, Inc., Carol-Veronica Reeves

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— 229 Short St —

Barrington Simpson

Reeves Realty, Inc.
Carol-Veronica Reeves

Reeves Realty, Inc.

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Schools

Schools serving 229 Short St

School District:Wake County Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Wendell Elementary 3355 Wendell Boulevard, Wendell, NC 27591	PK-5	0.3 mi
Wendell Middle 3409 North Carolina 97, Wendell, NC 27591	6-8	1.7 mi
East Wake High School 5101 Rolesville Road, Wendell, NC 27591	9-12	3.4 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 229 Short St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/29/2025

Sold

$245,000

—

MLS

6/18/2025

Price Reduced

$245,000

-8.58%

MLS

4/22/2025

Price Reduced

$268,000

-11.23%

MLS

4/14/2025

Price Reduced

$301,900

-6.79%

MLS

3/07/2025

Listed

$323,900

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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.

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