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159 Thunder Ridge Dr, Garner, NC, 27529

4beds
4baths
2,389sqft
$449,900
$188price/sqft
$2,887/moest. monthly cost
$115,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 159 Thunder Ridge Drive, a beautifully maintained home tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Garner's popular River Oaks community. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2,389 square feet, this home features a rare and highly desirable floor plan designed for both comfort and flexibility. The main level lives like a true ranch, with three bedrooms, including the spacious primary suite, making everyday living convenient and accessible. Upstairs, you'll find a private fourth bedroom with a full bath that also serves perfectly as a guest suite, home office, bonus room, or flex space to fit your lifestyle. At the heart of the home, the family room and kitchen offer an inviting, open flow that's ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The family room is anchored by a gas fireplace with custom built-in, while the well-appointed kitchen is sure to impress with its double wall ovens, gas cooktop, and ample space for preparing meals and gathering with family and friends. Step outside to discover one of the home's most impressive features. The screened porch overlooks a private backyard retreat where the current owners have thoughtfully created the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining. Enjoy a beautifully designed paver patio, cozy fire pit, and fully fenced yard, offering both privacy and plenty of room for family, friends, and pets to enjoy. The sellers have also invested in valuable updates, including a tankless water heater installed in 2023 and a new microwave in 2026, adding modern convenience and peace of mind for the next owner. With its rare ranch-style layout, exceptional indoor and outdoor living spaces, thoughtful updates, and sought-after River Oaks location, this home is a wonderful opportunity you won't want to miss.

Getting Around

27
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
29
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
West View ElementaryGrades PK-51.6 mi
9/10
Cleveland MiddleGrades 6-82.8 mi
6/10
Cleveland High SchoolGrades 9-125.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2020

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stone,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Main Level,Washer Hookup

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Bathtub/Shower Combination,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,Granite Counters,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Master Downstairs,Recessed Lighting,Smart Thermostat,Smooth Ceilings,Soaking Tub,Tray Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower,Water Closet
  • Door features: Sliding Doors
  • Window features: Blinds
  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,389

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,None
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,389
  • Total interior livable area: 2,389 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 06D01023Z
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch,Screened
  • Exterior features: Fenced Yard,Fire Pit,Lighting,Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Vinyl
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.35 Acres
  • Features: Cul-De-Sac,Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: See Plat Map

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Lightning
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Johnston County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,274$27,288
Home Insurance *$163$1,956
Property Taxes $228$2,736
Electricity $222$2,670
Total$2,887$34,644
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$98,982/yr
40% on housing$86,610/yr
45% on housing$76,986/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.6%
0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$188This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27529$172
Johnston County$163

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 27529$188
Johnston County$184

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-04Pending sale$449,900
2026-07-30Listed for sale$449,900
2020-05-11Sold$289,900
2020-03-19Pending sale$288,900
2020-01-24Listed for sale$288,900
AgentAaron Wilson
BrokerageLive Triangle Real Estate, LLC

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