12225 Dunard ST Raleigh, NC 27614 Active

UPDATED: 08/07/2026 07:59 AM ON MARKET: 62 days on market

$949,900

6 Beds5 Baths5,410 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,410 sqft

Price per Sqft $175

Subdivision Wakefield

MLS Listing ID 10173736

Style Colonial

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 5

HOA Fees $322/ann

HOA Y/N Yes

Year Built 2004

Annual Tax Amount $7,011

Lot Size 9,583 Sqft

Acres 0.22

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Doorify MLS

Land Area 5410

Property Description

Experience timeless craftsmanship and exceptional luxury in this John Whalen custom home, ideally situated in the highly sought-after Wakefield community. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and memorable entertaining, this impressive residence offers a desirable main-level guest suite and an expansive owner's retreat featuring a private sitting room, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bath. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home with granite countertops, abundant custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and an open-concept layout that flows effortlessly into the dining area and spacious family room creating the perfect setting for family gatherings, holidays, and everyday life. The fully finished walkout basement offers endless possibilities with a dedicated home theater, professional recording studio/podcast room, second full kitchen, and expansive recreation space ideal for multi-generational living, entertaining, or creating your own private retreat. Step outside to enjoy resort-style outdoor living featuring a flagstone patio with a wood-burning fire pit, spacious deck, tranquil water feature, low-maintenance artificial turf, multiple entertaining areas, and a private half-court basketball court—creating a backyard designed for making lifelong memories. Beyond the home, Wakefield offers one of the Triangle's most family-friendly lifestyles. Enjoy the convenience of highly rated Wake County schools within walking distance, neighborhood sidewalks and greenways, the Wakefield YMCA, community parks, playgrounds, and miles of walking trails. Just minutes away, you'll find the charming shops, local restaurants, breweries, and year-round events of Downtown Wake Forest, along with convenient access to grocery stores, shopping, healthcare, Falls Lake recreation, and I-540 for an easy commute throughout the Triangle. Residents also have the opportunity to join the prestigious Wakefield Country Club, offering optional memberships with golf, swimming, tennis, fitness facilities, dining, and an active social calendar. With recent updates throughout, this one-of-a-kind home seamlessly combines luxury, functionality, and an unbeatable location. Opportunities to own a John Whalen custom home featuring a home theater, recording studio, walkout basement, outdoor fireplace, basketball court, and exceptional outdoor living in one of North Raleigh's premier communities are rare. Golf membership is available for an additional fee, and buyer incentives are available with the use of the seller's preferred lender. Contact the listing agent for additional details.


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