3541 Bruce Garner Road · Wake Forest, NC 27587

Wake Forest, NC 27587 · Sonya Garner Lehto
ActiveSingle FamilySonya Garner LehtoBrassfield TownshipGranville County
$1,550,000
$439 / sq ftListed May 5, 2026

4
Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

3,528
Square feet

1.01
Acres

1910
Year built
Sonya Garner LehtoBrassfield TownshipGranville CountyMLS 10165012

3541 Bruce Garner RoadActive
$1,550,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 3,528 sf

Highlights

  • Just Over Two Acres
  • Original Floors
  • Quartz-Counter Kitchen
  • Wraparound Porch
  • Nine Fireplaces
  • Detached 2-Car Garage

About this home

Restored Victorian Landmark – Dr. G.T. Sikes House in the Heart of the ''Harricane'' Step into history with the meticulously restored Dr. G.T. Sikes House, one of southern Granville County's most ornate Victorians. Built circa 1900 for Dr. Sikes, a country doctor serving the rural community, and later owned by Bruce Garner—moonshiner and namesake of Bruce Garner Road—this home is rich in story and craftsmanship.

Nestled on just over two acres beneath the canopy of mature oaks, this property offers a serene and private setting.

Featured on the Magnolia Network, Oak & Stone Custom Homes led the restoration with unmatched attention to detail, blending original architecture with modern conveniences. Original floors, soaring ceilings, grand staircase, and intricate Victorian trim remain, now paired with a quartz-counter kitchen, new baths, large laundry, and an office featuring a mural of Dr. Sikes's former practice.

The 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout (four bedroom septic) includes a spacious family room with wallpaper detail, two secondary bedrooms sharing a full bath, and a master suite with walk-in closet and private bath. Outside, a wraparound porch with haint blue ceilings, stone stairs, expanded parking, generator, and a detached 2-car garage complete the property.

The home showcases nine fireplaces—five functional and four capped—including gas inserts in the office, dining room, foyer, and parlor/family room, plus a freestanding gas unit in the master bedroom.

The Historic Preservation Foundation of NC holds protective covenants ensuring this home's rehabilitation and preservation for the enjoyment and edification of future generations. Architecturally significant, nationally recognized, and steeped in Harricane history—this is a rare opportunity to own a true Victorian showpiece.

Location

Brassfield Township · Granville County · Wake Forest, NC

Property history

2 listings on Doorify MLS since 2025
  1. Price decreasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10165012$1,550,000−$100,000 · −6.1%$439/sqft
  2. Price decreasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10165012$1,650,000−$50,000 · −2.9%$468/sqft
  3. Listed for saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10165012$1,700,000$482/sqft
  4. Listing RemovedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10119382$1,700,000$482/sqft
  5. Listed for saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10119382$1,700,000$482/sqft

Nearby listings

Near 3541 Bruce Garner Road · Wake Forest, NC 27587

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Listings Nearby to Listing

3541 Bruce Garner Road
Sonya Garner Lehto · This home
$1,550,000
3,528
$439
4
1910
1.01
Active
May 5, 2026
3511 Bruce Garner Road
Wilson Place
$960,000
3,509
$274
4
2022
3.88
Active
Aug 13, 2026
3511 Bruce Garner Road
Wilson Place
$960,000
3,314
$290
4
2022
3.88
Sold
1119 Corrina Road
Wilson Place
$480,000
2,012
$239
3
2002
1.47
Sold
3581 Boulder Court
The Preserve at Smith Creek
$650,000
3,247
$200
4
2007
1.46
Sold
Apr 9, 2026
3703 Dillon Lane
Wilson Place
$500,000
2,464
$203
3
2004
1.07
Sold
May 28, 2026

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Examining another house that is similar, nearby, and recently sold can help determine if the price of this home for sale is priced appropriately.

How the price compares

Examining another house that is similar, nearby, and recently sold can help determine if the price of this home for sale is priced appropriately.

This home
$439
per sq ft
City of Wake Forest
$206
median · this home is 113% above
Brassfield Township
$223
median · this home is 97% above
Granville County
$200
median · this home is 120% above

Sold for
$960,000
Per sq ft
$290
Size
3,314 sq ft
Lot
3.88 acres

3511 Bruce Garner Road

Sold Feb 6, 2026
Sold for $590k less214 sq ft smaller$149 lower per sq ftModern standard vs. Historic luxury restoration

Comparing 3541 Bruce Garner Road to this modern farmhouse is truly an apples-to-oranges scenario. While this sold listing offers nearly the same square footage for a much lower price, it lacks the architectural significance and high-end custom restoration found in the home for sale. The home on Bruce Garner Road is a unique landmark with specialized finishes and a history that commands a significant premium over a standard 2022 build.

Bottom line
If you value modern efficiency and a lower price point, this sold home was a great find, but it doesn't match the historical prestige of 3541 Bruce Garner Road.

Sold for
$940,000
Per sq ft
$288
Size
3,262 sq ft
Lot
3 acres

3601 Carole Court

Sold Sep 18, 2025
Sold for $610k less266 sq ft smaller$151 lower per sq ftCustom modern vs. Historic luxury restoration

This property on Carole Court is a beautiful custom home with a pool and significant acreage, yet it still sits at a much lower price point than 3541 Bruce Garner Road. The home for sale is positioned as a piece of art and history, which explains the gap in cost per square foot. While this sold listing offers more land and a pool, it doesn't provide the one-of-a-kind character of a Magnolia Network-featured restoration.

Bottom line
3541 Bruce Garner Road is priced for a very specific buyer looking for a landmark property rather than a traditional custom home.

Sold for
$642,000
Per sq ft
$221
Size
2,906 sq ft
Lot
0.92 acres

1196 Smith Creek Way

Sold Aug 13, 2025
Sold for $908k less622 sq ft smaller$218 lower per sq ftDated traditional vs. Historic luxury restoration

This home on Smith Creek Way represents a more traditional suburban value, with finishes that appear somewhat dated compared to the high-end restoration of 3541 Bruce Garner Road. The price difference is staggering, but it reflects the gap between a standard 2007 build and a fully rehabilitated historic landmark. The home for sale is essentially a new home inside a historic shell, which justifies a much higher valuation than this older traditional property.

Bottom line
The home for sale is in a completely different league of quality and character compared to this more affordable sold listing.

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