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2421 Acanthus Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587

$4,500,000

Stunning brick home featuring a circular driveway, well-manicured landscaping, and classic architectural details at 2421 Acanthus Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Bedrooms

    5

  • Baths

    9

  • Sq. Feet

    14438

  • Year Built

    2003

  • Days On Market

    5

  • $/SqFt

    $312

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Home Description

Located in the exclusive gated community of Back Nine Estates near prestigious Wakefield Plantation, this stunning all-brick, gated estate is a rare find offering over 3.9 acres of private, exquisitely-landscaped grounds. The property features a brick-paver driveway encircling an impressive fountain, an extraordinary sandstone front porch, and multiple garages, including a three-car upper-level garage and lower-level RV and single-car garages with an electric charging station. The outdoor living space is unparalleled, with a zero-entry saltwater Pebble Tec pool, a rock waterslide, a grotto spa, an expansive stone patio, an outdoor fireplace and a 1,056-sf elevated terrace with panoramic views. Perfect for entertaining, the outdoor kitchen is equipped with a Lynx gas grill, granite countertops, task lighting, and ample storage. Inside, this home boasts an elegant grand foyer with double cascading staircases, travertine flooring, extraordinary millwork, Murano glass chandeliers and flows beautifully into multiple gathering spaces. The open kitchen adjoins a fabulous keeping room with floor-to-ceiling windows and features a gas fireplace, a breakfast bar, top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, a center island with a prep sink and one of two dishwashers, a walk-in pantry with Miele coffee/expresso maker, and a perfectly-placed butler's pantry. The owner's wing offers a private den with a two-sided gas fireplace, custom walk-in closets and dressing room, and a luxurious primary suite with a spa-like bath featuring heated floors, a huge steam shower, a bubble massage soaking tub, marble flooring, and dual water closets. The finished basement includes an in-law suite with a full kitchen and family room, game room, theater, custom wine cellar with 750 bottle storage, and more. The third-floor offers additional flex space with windows showcasing views of the stunning backyard oasis. This versatile space is perfect for dance, fitness, work, or relaxation, with plenty of natural light. Equipped with advanced systems such as a whole-house generator, whole-house water filtration, central vacuum, and an extensive security system, this home offers ultimate comfort and convenience. Ideal for those seeking luxury, privacy, and extraordinary amenities, this property is truly one-of-a-kind.

  • Interior: Apartment/Suite,Bookcases,Breakfast Bar,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Central Vacuum,Chandelier,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Dressing Room,Dual Closets,Entrance Foyer,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Keeping Room,Kitchen Island,Master Downstairs,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Soaking Tub,Storage,Tray Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower,Water Closet,Wired for Sound
  • # Fireplaces: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Basement,Bedroom,Den,Family Room,Kitchen,Outside
  • Appliances: Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Dryer,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor,Washer,Water Purifier,Wine Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink,Upper Level
  • Flooring: Carpet,Granite,Hardwood,Marble,Tile
  • Full Baths: 7
  • Half Baths: 2
  • Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space
  • Parking: Attached,Basement,Circular Driveway,Concrete,Driveway,Electric Gate,Garage,Gated,Kitchen Level,Paver Block,RV Garage
  • Pool: Heated,In Ground,Salt Water
  • Exterior: Fenced Yard,Gas Grill,Lighting
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Foundation: Combination
  • Patio/Porch: Covered,Terrace
  • Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Lot: Back Yard,Front Yard,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.94

Available now at $4,500,000

Approximate Room Sizes/Locations

Bonus Room48.70 x 24.60Second
Breakfast Room15.00 x 14.00Main
Den21.00 x 14.20Main
Dining Room17.00 x 13.00Main
Entrance Hall22.00 x 15.00Main
Family Room24.00 x 21.00Main
Kitchen23.00 x 15.00Main
Kitchen15.00 x 15.00Basement
Laundry13.30 x 12.00Main
Living Room15.00 x 13.60Main
Media Room35.20 x 17.50Basement
Other10.30 x 9.00Second
Other10.30 x 9.00Second
Other38.00 x 13.00Second
Other16.40 x 14.00Main
  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional,Transitional
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Attic Fan,Central Air
  • Water Source: Private,Well
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Total HOA Dues: $0.00
  • Annual Taxes: $35,442.86
  • Listing Office: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
  • List Status: Active

Neighborhood

The average asking price of a 5 bedroom Wake Forest home in this zip code is $835,811 (81.4% less than this home).

This home is priced at $312/sqft, which is 31.5% less than similar homes in the 27587 zip code.

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School Information

  • Elementary:Wake - North Forest
  • Middle School:Wake - Wakefield
  • High School:Wake - Wakefield

Financial

  • Approx Payment:$21,891*

Area Stats

These statistics are updated daily from the Triangle Multiple Listing Services, Inc. For further analysis or to obtain statistics not shown below please call Highgarden Real Estate at (919) 230-8729 and speak with one of our real estate consultants.

Listing Courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int. For information or to schedule a viewing of this property (MLS# 10082849), call: 919-230-8729

2421 Acanthus Dr, Wake Forest NC is a single family home of 14438 sqft and is currently priced at $4,500,000 . This single family home has 5 bedrooms. A comparable home for sale at 1801 Oatlands Ct in Wake Forest is listed at $3,300,000. In addition to single family homes, Highgarden also makes it easy to find Homes, Condos, New Homes and Foreclosures in Wake Forest, NC. Wakefield Estates, Camberly and Waterstone Manors are nearby neighborhoods. MLS 10082849 has been posted on this site since 3/17/2025 (today).

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