For Sale House MLS# 10195136

8540 Seldom Seen Place

Wake Forest, NC 27587

$1,250,000

  • 4Beds
  • 4Baths
  • 4,274Sq Ft
  • 0.92Acres
  • 2021Built
  • $292Per Sq Ft
  • 51Days Listed
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About 8540 Seldom Seen Place

FORMER GOLD AWARD PARADE HOME ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC, SELLER WELCOMES ALL COMPELLING OFFERS! BETTER EQUIPPED THAN NEW CONSTRUCTION: 26kW WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR | KINETICO WHOLE-HOUSE WATER SYSTEM | RAINBIRD IRRIGATION | HUSQVARNA AUTOMOWER | 3-CAR GARAGE WITH DEDICATED MINI-SPLIT This award-winning home is now priced to move, and the seller is ready to hear from buyers who recognize the exceptional value this home offers. The price may have changed, but the quality, character, and craftsmanship remain, and are Seldom Seen. Quality Craftsmanship and thoughtful design highlight this spectacular 2021 Parade of Homes Gold Winner, perfectly situated on just under an acre of lush, professionally landscaped grounds. Boasting an eye-catching board-and-batten and shingle exterior paired with extensive landscape lighting that includes tree uplighting, driveway and sidewalk lighting, and lights in the gable ends for a dramatic nighttime look, this home spans 4,274 square feet of finished living space. Step inside to an impressive open floor plan featuring striking wood ceiling beams, a cozy masonry fireplace, and a built-in custom bar shelving wall in the main living space. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with a large center island, elegant pendant lighting, custom wood-accented open shelving, a convenient pot filler, and all GE Cafe appliances. The main level features a stunning primary suite highlighted by dramatic dark wainscoting accent walls, Sonos sound, and a spa-like bath with a freestanding soaking tub framed by plantation shutters. A dedicated half bath for guests and two additional bedrooms connected by a versatile Jack and Jill bathroom, complete with a custom walk-in shower featuring safety grab bars, complete the main level. The upper level elevates entertainment with a spacious media and great room featuring a wet bar with a sink, countertops, and a cafe-style mini-fridge. Upstairs also includes a full bathroom and flexible upper-level bonus spaces featuring matching hardwood floors and their own dedicated HVAC system, ideal for a home gym, craft studio, or conditioned storage. The home features a premier Kinetico water system for well water purification, complete with a centripetal filter to remove mica before going to the system and before the expansion tank, as well as a UV light for killing bacteria, ensuring exceptionally clean and safe water throughout the entire house. An upgraded tankless water heater with a recirculation system delivers near-instant hot water to the primary suite, kitchen, laundry, and upstairs bath, with the timer adjusted for high-demand times. Enjoy more time to relax and experience life while the professional landscaping and yard maintenance take care of themselves. The grounds are kept in pristine condition effortlessly, featuring a professional RainBird irrigation system with a pre filter and a Husqvarna Automower with an EPOS Reference Station that handles the grass cutting and keeps the lawn trimmed to perfection. Beyond the luxury finishes, this property is equipped with numerous high-end upgrades not found in many homes, including a 26kW whole house generator, gutter guards all around, Sonos surround sound in the primary bedroom and back deck, a fully insulated 3-car garage equipped with smart door openers and its own dedicated mini-split system, a motorized deck awning with lighting, and an encapsulated walk-in crawl space. Step outside onto the gorgeous screened porch boasting a rich wood-paneled ceiling, modern black framing, and a ceiling fan, overlooking the private, tree-lined backyard. This award-winning property is a must-see, seamlessly blending custom architectural details with high-end, functional living.

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Single Family Home
Status
Active
Year built
2021
Stories
Two
Living area
4,274 sqft
Price / sqft
$292
Lot
0.92
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Original price
$1,600,000
MLS #
10195136

Interior

Features
Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Tray Ceiling(s), Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Quartz Counters, Family Room, Gas, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned, Wall Oven
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Gas Pack
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Fireplaces
1
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level

Exterior & lot

Features
Traditional, Rain Gutters, In Parade of Homes, Parking spaces: 3
Construction
Board & Batten Siding, Brick, Fiber Cement, Stone
Roof
Metal, Architectural Shingle
Foundation
Crawlspace
Patio & porch
Porch, Screened
Parking
Attached, Concrete, Garage Faces Side, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces
3

Schools

District
Wake County Schools
Elementary
Wake - North Forest Pines Elementary
Middle
Wake - Wakefield Middle
High
Wake - Wakefield High

Utilities

Utilities
Septic Tank, Well, Cable Connected
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Financial

HOA
Yes
Financial
Doorify MLS
Annual tax
$5,448
Tax year
2026
Parcel
1813347481
Legal
Lot 13 The Pines at Crescent Ridge as recorded in BM 2020, pg 204, Wake County Registry.
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Crescent Ridge
County
Wake
Community
Management, Storm Water Maintenance, 500.0, Semi-Annually

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Listed by Greg Dyer, DRT Realty LLC

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