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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,538 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.27 Acres
  • Updated 9 hours ago
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Welcome to 281 Lakewood Drive in Wendell, a well-located home with peaceful pond views and a practical layout. Set on a quiet street, this property offers a spacious yard and a comfortable setting both inside and out. The interior features a bright living area with good natural light and a functional kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space. Home has solar blocking blinds. The layout includes comfortable bedrooms and flexible space that can be used for a home office, bonus room, or additional living area. Out back, enjoy views of the pond--ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or simply unwinding at the end of the day. The yard provides room for outdoor activities, gardening, or future improvements. Screen Porch and spacious deck. Conveniently located near downtown Wendell, parks, shopping, and dining, with easy access to Raleigh, this home offers a solid combination of location, setting, and everyday livability.

Full Property Details for 281 Lakewood Dr

General

  • Price: $350,000
  • Taxes: $3,046
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10154696
  • Updated: 3/23/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Shower Only, Tile Counters, Walk-In Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Rain Gutters
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Wrap Around

Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Unpaved

Location

  • County: Wake
  • Subdivision: Lakewood
  • Driving Directions: Take US-64 E/US-264 E toward Rocky Mt/Wilson, take exit 11 for Wendell Falls Pkwy, right to merge onto Wendell Falls Pkwy, Turn right onto W 3rd St, Turn right onto Lakewood Dr, Home on Left
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Wake - Carver
  • Middle School: Wake - Zebulon
  • High School: Wake - East Wake

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Building Size: 1538
  • Square Feet: 1,538
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,538 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1973

Lot Features

  • Property View: Pond
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,761.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 120 x 101 x 110
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Interior Lot, Views, Waterfront
  • Zoning: R2
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water Front Name: Unnamed
  • Water Front View: Pond

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $3,046.16

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 1793073627
  • Lot Number: 49

Listed by EXP Realty LLC, Phillip George (919) 841-7673 and EXP Realty LLC, Diane Smith (919) 524-1351

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  • Phillip George

    EXP Realty LLC

  • Diane Smith

    EXP Realty LLC

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Schools serving 281 Lakewood Dr

School District:Wake County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Zebulon Elementary
700 Proctor Street, Zebulon, NC 27597
PK-54.9 mi
Zebulon Middle
1000 Shepard School Road, Zebulon, NC 27597
6-84.7 mi
East Wake High School
5101 Rolesville Road, Wendell, NC 27591
9-124.6 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 281 Lakewood Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/23/2026
Listed
$350,000
113.41%
MLS
8/03/2016
Sold
$164,000
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Tax History for 281 Lakewood Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,121
2%
$285,595
—
2024
$3,068
32%
$285,595
60%
2023
$2,324
7%
$178,347
—
2022
$2,166
2%
$178,347
—
2021
$2,131
2%
$178,347
—
2020
$2,091
19%
$178,347
34%
2019
$1,757
5%
$132,914
—
2018
$1,669
3%
$132,914
—
2017
$1,616
1%
$132,914
—
2016
$1,597
-15%
$132,914
-16%
2015
$1,885
3%
$157,485
—
2014
$1,828
4%
$157,485
—
2013
$1,759
—
$157,485
—
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Listed by EXP Realty LLC, Phillip George (919) 841-7673 and EXP Realty LLC, Diane Smith (919) 524-1351

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281 Lakewood Drive, Wendell, NC 27591 (MLS# 10154696) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 281 Lakewood Drive is currently listed for $350,000 and was received on March 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 Lakewood Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wendell? You can browse all Wendell real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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