Looking for a newer Wake Forest-area home with LOTS OF UPGRADES, lower Franklin County property taxes, and a location just 10 minutes from downtown Wake Forest? This Mason Oaks home, built in 2022, might be exactly what you're looking for! Situated on a CUL-DE-SAC, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers over 2,700 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, including a HUGE OPEN LOFT upstairs. Two additional rooms on the main level offer flexibility for a home office, guest space, or second workspace. The gorgeous kitchen features QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, recessed lighting, and a large island perfect for gathering, all flowing seamlessly into the OPEN FLOOR PLAN. CUSTOM CURTAINS valued at approximately $2,000 add a polished finishing touch to the main living areas. FRESHLY PAINTED with BRAND-NEW CARPET (October 2026), this home is ready for its next owners! You'll love the CUSTOM CLOSETS BY DESIGN upgrades throughout the main level and all three upstairs bedrooms, representing approximately $20,000 in added value. Ready to enjoy the outdoors? The SCREENED PORCH and EXTENDED PATIO create inviting spaces for relaxing or entertaining, with a gas line already in place for grilling. The FULLY FENCED backyard backs to a WOODED AREA for added privacy and includes an 8 x 12 storage shed. Additional highlights include PAID-OFF SOLAR PANELS (approximately $15,000 in value) for potential energy savings, a NEMA 14-50 OUTLET for Level 2 EV charger installation, and a TANKLESS WATER HEATER. Less than 5 miles from Carroll Joyner Park and Hill Ridge Farms, where seasonal pumpkin patch adventures and holiday festivities await, this location also offers convenient access to Raleigh and surrounding communities. Enjoy the benefits of newer construction, extensive upgrades, flexible living spaces, and a backyard retreat, all in one fantastic Mason Oaks neighborhood home.