LOCATION IS EVERYTHING! Quiet and very private custom brick ranch nestled neatly on almost seven acres with quick drive to Wake Forest, US 401, Youngsville or Louisburg. Property is secluded with gorgeous hardwood trees, mostly fenced with pasture area and run-in barn at the front of the property. Long and winding asphalt driveway adds to the shade and privacy. One step inside and you will feel like you are at home. Large living room offers soaring cathedral ceiling and gas log insert with masonry surround, mantel, raised hearth as well as French door to exit and back deck. Flooring is hardwood and tile throughout with carpet only in the primary. Kitchen has updated cabinets, granite countertops, SS appliances including new fridge in 2025, recessed and under cabinet lighting. Center island provides additional work space as well as seating and storage. Kitchen dining area is spacious for a large table and allows for easy entertaining. Split floorplan offering primary suite at one end and two more bedrooms at the other. Primary suite is oversized with large bay window perfect for sitting area, nursery space or desk. Large walk in closet. Bathroom with dual vanities, dressing area, linen closet and walk in shower. Utility room is huge with additional exit, storage space for kitchen appliances, extra fridge and whatever you need to store. Two more spacious bedrooms and full bath at the other end of the house with good closets. Outside there are two 16x24 storage buildings for hobbies, home school space, or yard equipment. One is on a concrete slab perfect for your boat or hobby car. Additional parking under double carport in the front yard offers a place for everything. Blueberry patch in the front yard, mature fig tree, playset for kids or grandkids, trampoline will convey. Fully wooded back yard features walking trails that sings with nature's beauty, deer, birds and rabbits. Driveway resealed in 2025. HVAC system and ducts completely redone in 2021. Roof on the house and the shops was replaced in 2015-2016. Relax on the front porch or grill on the back deck. Perfect property for homesteading or just quiet living. Seller is a licensed NC real estate agent.
Median sale price in this area is $373,774. (42% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Year Built: 1990
Living Area: 1823
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,823
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,823
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 26506
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Sale and tax history for 946 Cooke Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmtyzn5u8052ts601mw89ftiv
Sep 13, 2026
Listed
$649,900
$357/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$633,500
$348/sq ft
TMLS #10171978
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$633,424
$347/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$649,000
$356/sq ft
+41
Welcome home to 946 Cook Road! Set well off the road on 6.93 +/- acres, this solid brick ranch offers the kind of privacy that's getting harder to find. Inside, the split floor plan puts the primary suite on one side and 2 additional bedrooms on the other. The primary is oversized with a large bay window that fills the room with natural light. The eat-in kitchen keeps everyone together aka your meals, conversations, and the chef all are all together in one place. A large living room, back deck, and utility room with space for an extra fridge round out a layout that's practical and comfortable. This home has been well maintained. The HVAC system, ducts and all were completely redone in 2021. The driveway was sealed and the refrigerator replaced in 2025. The roof on the home, and both shops, was replaced around 2015-2016. It's ready for you to move in and make it your own. Spend your mornings walking your own trails, picking blueberries, or listening to the spring run. Bring your horses, the fence is partially in place and ready to complete. Two wired 16x24 shops mean there's room for your equipment, your hobbies, and your projects. Convenient Franklin county location with access to US-401 to take you to Raleigh anytime!
Public Records
Sep 15, 1995
Sold
$12,000
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,380 (+1.9%)
$115,390 + $260,010
$375,400
2024
$2,337 (+31.7%)
$115,390 + $260,010
$375,400
2023
$1,774 (+0.6%)
$49,510 + $139,440
$188,950
2022
$1,764 (−0.5%)
$49,510 + $139,440
$188,950
2021
$1,772 (−0.6%)
$49,510 + $139,440
$188,950
2020
$1,783 (+0.6%)
2019
$1,773 (+0.3%)
$49,510 + $139,440
$188,950
2018
$1,767 (+0.6%)
$49,510 + $139,440
$188,950
2017
$1,756 (−2.8%)
$42,070 + $128,940
$171,010
2016
$1,807
$42,070 + $128,940
$171,010
2015
$1,807 (+6.8%)
$42,070 + $128,940
$171,010
2014
$1,692 (+15.1%)
$42,070 + $128,940
$171,010
2013
$1,470 (+1.0%)
$25,840 + $121,960
$147,800
2012
$1,455 (−8.5%)
$25,840 + $121,960
$147,800
2011
$1,591
$35,939 + $127,861
$163,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,823
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,823
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
26506
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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