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Located in Wake and Franklin counties, the town of Wake Forest is the former location of Wake Forest College, which is now located in Winston Salem, NC. The former Wake Forest College location is now home to the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. There are also a number of historical locations here including the DuBois Center and Calvin Jones Historical House.
Real estate in Wake Forest neighborhoods are in close proximity to the thriving downtown area that offers several commercial and dining options. Real estate property in this bustling North Carolina town also boasts a ton of parks and a public library. To learn more about Wake Forest, check out the information below. To view homes for sale by price and popular neighborhoods in Wake Forest, click on the links in the sidebar on the right.
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Background Information
Wake Forest is an increasingly popular suburb of Raleigh, with a population of approximately 34,000—in 2000, the population was just 12,588! Due to the rapid increase in population, Wake Forest has tons of new home communities.
Wake Forest is conveniently located 35 minutes from Morrisville (near RTP), 30 minutes from Downtown Raleigh, and 40 minutes from Downtown Durham.
Schools
The town of Wake Forest is served by the Wake County Public School System, the largest school system in North Carolina. Charter schools in Wake Forest include Endeavor Charter School (K-8), Wake Forest Charter Academy (K-8), and Envision Science Academy (K-8).
Private schools in Wake Forest include Thales Academy (pre-K-5) and Wake Christian Academy (K-12).
Things to Do
Shopping & Dining
The
historic downtown of Wake Forest features tons of restaurants, shopping, art galleries, and more. Lumpy's Ice Cream is a delicious choice for the whole family, with tons of unique flavors and homemade waffle cones. The Cotton Company is a neat market with lots of local vendors.
Every Saturday, from 8 - 12 you'll find the Wake Forest Farmer's Market with local produce, art, and much more—open year round! The town hosts events downtown throughout the year, including a Christmas Parade and Mardi Gras Festival. The second Friday of each month, the art galleries and other shops are open late for Art After Hours.
The Wake Forest Renaissance Center for the Arts hosts plays, movies, bands, and more.
The area just south of downtown Wake Forest features new restaurants, shops, and more, including Gonza Tacos Y Tequila, a popular local restaurant with delicious Mexican food, MOD Pizza, where you can build your own pizza, and one of the Triangle's only Culver's. You'll also find a gym, spa, and more.
Outdoor Activities
Wake Forest also features tons of options for outdoor activities. The Falls Lake State Recreation Area, which borders Wake Forest to the west, is home to a 12,000 acre lake and 26,000 acres of woodlands. Falls Lake is a great spot to canoe, kayak, fish, paddle board, bike, or just walk.
There are several places to golf in Wake Forest, including Heritage Golf Club, which is home to an award winning golf course designed by Bob Moore of the JMP Group, Paschal Golf Club, a public golf course, and the Hasentree Club, with a course designed by Tom Fazio.
Wake Forest also has tons of community parks with playgrounds and picnic shelters. Bring your pup to the Flaherty Dog Park, a two-acre dog park located near downtown. North Wake Landfill District Park, located south of Wake Forest, features walking trails, a playground, and one of the best views in the area. E. Carroll Joyner Park, located near downtown, is a popular 117-acre park with paved trails, an amphitheater, and old farm buildings. The park hosts festivals and concerts throughout the year.
Recent Listings in Wake Forest
FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM OR STUDY make this design one of the most flexible ans sought after homes available. Minimal yard maintenance, private covered rear porch and courtyar...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2297260 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
New floor plan released! Reserve now and pick out your own design selections! THIS HOME IS TO BE BUILT. Live in downtown Wake Forest in our new Buckley II plan. Gr...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2297258 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
ONE OF A KIND meticulous maintained home with open floor plan on 3+ acres of lush forest with babbling stream at the back of property. 3 bed and 2.5 baths, first floor ma...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2297226 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This beautifully designed 3 bed 2 bath home in Holding Village at South Lake is perfect for the active lifestyle! The center of this open floorplan is a designer kitchen ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296083 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful model home in Golf Villa collection with many upgrades. Ten foot ceilings, hardwoods, fireplace, granite counters and gourmet kitchen appliances. Large Master B...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2297084 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Edgewood Modern Farmhouse by Robuck Homes! Fantastic open layout on first floor. Hardwoods throughout common area, spacious kitchen w/ breakfast area and formal dining ro...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2297083 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
WAKE COUNTY SCHOOLS NO CITY TAXES. Meticulously maintained executive home in secluded neighborhood but convenient to all. Gleaming hardwoods on main/quiet office & lg ele...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2297071 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Looking for a first floor master? A super convenient location? A spacious open floor plan with vaulted ceilings? A fireplace? Do you like to garden? Are you a cook? This ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2295418 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Immaculate and move in ready ranch home in highly desirable Wake Forest location. Situated at the end of quiet cul-de-sac. Hardwood style floors throughout most of home. ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2296996 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1ST FLOOR MASTER & STUDY! 3 CAR GARAGE! HWDs Thru Main Living! Kit: Quartz Ctops, Large CenterIsland w/Brkfst Bar & Pndnts, SS Appls, & Huge Walk in Pantry! Master: w/Foy...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296986 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning 2 Story home sitting on a 1+ acre lot, located on a quiet culdesac close to Falls Lake. Inside you will find new flooring on the main level, along with an open c...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2293460 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This large luxurious home was Featured in Parade of Homes. Upgrades are everywhere such as Designer Lighting &Hardware, Plantation Shutters, Window Seat, Wine Cabinet, an...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2296903 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
5 BRs, 4 Full BAs. Impeccable & move-in ready. Hardwood FLs thruout main. 1st FL Guest Suite w/Full BA; 1st FL Office w/French Doors. Gourmet-Kitch w/custom antique white...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296901 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful end unit townhouse that has an open floor plan and 9 ft ceilings in a convenient Wake Forest location! Minutes away from Joyner Park, great shopping & dining ne...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296889 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Immaculate ranch on almost 1/2 acre private lot. Open floor plan w/ spacious kitchen & separate dining room/study w/ glass french doors. Mas...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2296885 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This Wake Forest single-story cul-de-sac lot home offers a wood-burning fireplace, vaulted living room ceiling, master walk-in closet, and an open deck. Fireplace/ch...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2296826 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Beech-February Completion-At Traditions in the Woodlands by M/I Homes. 2-car garage. 1st FL formal diningroom, gourmet kitchen w/ granite and large island, front porc...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296800 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Juniper-April Completion in the Woodlands at Traditions in Wake Forest. Offers a guestroom and owners suite on the mainfloor. Open design with gourmet kitchen. Upgrad...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296791 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Well appointed 4 bed 2.5 bath custom home in popular Heritage golf community. Hardwoods throughout most of 1st floor. Extensive millwork. 2 story family room features bui...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296789 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
You must see this gorgeous home offering water views in popular Heritage golf & swim community. Exceptional .27 acre flat, fenced lot overlooks the community pond w/ dire...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296772 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
MOVE IN READY 1st Floor master in The Preserves at Kitchin Farms! Open FAM Rm/DIN Rm includes gas FP, wainscoting, hardwoods & side deck/patio access. Gorgeous white styl...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296759 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous LIKE NEW home. FIRST FLOOR MASTER with Enormous WALK IN CLOSET. TILE SHOWER and Separate GARDEN TUB, and QUARTZ Counters.GOURMET KITCHEN with GRANITE Counters, l...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296727 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Look no further your private oasis awaits! This immaculately maintained custom built home sits on over 2 acres, nestled in among the trees. The home boasts space galore w...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2296715 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Look no further- Resort/Country Living! This home has been wonderfully maintained on 2.24 Acres 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths. 2 car garage. 1st Floor Master w/it's own bath - dua...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2296705 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom Built Home that sits on a quiet & flat (almost) 1 acre lot. Open Floorplan, Home Office & Dining Rm. Large Family Rm w/Custom Builtins & Gas Log FP that opens up t...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2296700 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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