216 Forest Oaks Drive

216 Forest Oaks Drive

Looking for more space, a larger lot, and a truly custom, well-built home? This is the one! Nestled on a flat 1.66-acre lot, this 3,000+ sq ft Split Ranch offers rare privacy with unbeatable access to I-540, Downtown Raleigh, and shopping and dining in both Garner and Clayton. The main level features soaring ceilings, an open family room with a gas fireplace, and extra windows that flood the space with natural light. Real hardwoods, heavy crown moulding, and transom windows accent the freshly painted interior. The spacious kitchen includes spot lighting, updated appliances, a large basin sink, and ample cabinet storage. New designer lighting in nearly every room adds a refined touch. The large first-floor primary suite features a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, new carpet, and a spacious bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower. You'll also find two additional bedrooms, a flex room with high ceilings (perfect as a fourth bedroom or craft room), and a formal dining room with tall ceilings and rich trim details. Upstairs, enjoy a second living room, full bath, plus a Massive Bonus Room—ideal for media, playroom, entertaining, or a home studio. There's also a huge walk-in attic framed for skylights, offering the potential to finish for even more space. Outside, you'll find new front windows, brand new decking, and a screened porch off the primary suite, perfect for morning coffee! Hardie siding and a large two-car side-entry garage add to the expansive list of features. But the true showstopper is the Detached Two-Car Garage with a bonus room/studio above! This $70K+ build includes upgraded insulation, over 2,000 LEDs, separate 200-amp service, high-voltage receptacles, and dedicated quad 20-amp breakers—perfect for woodworking, tinkering, or running your dream hobby space. With minimal HOA, incredible functionality, and unmatched upgrades, this home offers the space, flexibility, and freedom you've been waiting for. Come see why this one is truly one of a kind!