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$1,200,000

For Sale - Active
238 N Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
11 Beds
10 Baths
7,809 Square Feet
0.75 Acres Lot
Built in 1901
For Sale - Active
1 Units
Checked: 9 hours ago
Updated: Oct 21, 2025 at 10:04AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,784
Cap Rate
1.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-16.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.9%

Property Description


0.75 Acres Lot
Built in 1901
For Sale - Active
1 Units

Welcome to the JL Reid House located on the iconic N Main St in the Wake Forest Historic District. This majestic southern estate blends classical revival lines with modern updates and amenities. An expansive home featuring multiple generational living options surrounded by stunning grounds. Seize the opportunity of this rare gem as your personal home or investment opportunity. Situated in the heart of Wake Forest this home offers convenience to all shopping, dining, and entertainment options. MAIN LEVEL - Features a main living area with soaring ceilings, Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen with Breakfast Room and Large walk-in Pantry, Family Room flooded with natural light and Wet Bar, Primary Bedroom featuring dual WIC, dressing room, and bath, and Den. Two separate living areas offer options. A one bedroom with bath, Kitchen and Dining, and Living Room and a Two Bedroom with private entrance, Kitchen and Dining Room, and Laundry room. SECOND LEVEL - Features Three Bedrooms all with private bathrooms and Sitting Room. THIRD LEVEL - Features Three Bedrooms, Kitchen and Dining Room, ¾ Bathroom, and spiral storybook staircase leading to Cupola. BASEMENT - Features 4 car garage, unfinished space featuring two rooms, and laundry closet. All levels serviced by elevator. EXTERIOR - Features classic southern porch, deck, stone patio with custom brick accents and fountain, Circular Drive with Foutain and Neo-Grec Fountain, Pavillion, and sprawling backyard. Please view 3D Tour to gain a true sense of all this property has to offer.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Additional Parking, Basement, Common, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Guest, Off Street, On Site, Paved, Workshop in Garage
  • Details: Additional Parking, Attached, Circular Driveway, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Parking Lot
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Spaces Total: 8

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 11

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 9
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 10.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 25
  • # of Stories: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Combination, Permanent
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1841.155228430005520
  • Lot Size: 32670 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Local Historic Designation
  • Year Built: 1901

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $14,513

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Private, Public, Well
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Gas, Heat Pump, Zoned

Location

  • County: Wake

Listing Details


Listed by:
Phillip George
EXP Realty LLC
(919) 841-7673

Source:
Triangle MLS (Doorify MLS)
MLS#: 10085777
Triangle MLS (Doorify MLS)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,784
Cap Rate
1.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-16.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,200,000
Amount financed:
-$960,000
Down payment:
$240,000
Closing costs:
$36,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$276,000
Square feet:
7,809
Cost per square foot:
$154
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.58

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$960,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,679
Property tax:
$1,210
Insurance:
$315
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,204

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,500 $54,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$270 -$3,240
Operating income:
$4,230 $50,760

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (27%)
27%-$1,210-$14,514
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$315-$3,780
Property management: (8%)
8%-$360-$4,320
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$2,335-$28,014

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,895 $22,740
Mortgage payments:
-$5,679 -$68,148
Cash flow:
-$3,784 -$45,408