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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
Charming 3 Bedroom w/Open concept floorplan. Move in ready w/NEW Carpet, NEW kitchen flrs & fresh paint thrght in trending tones!. Kitchen ftrs lots of cabinets, counter ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278885 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning 2 bed, 2 bath home w/ den in Del Webb Traditions Wake Forest, the top 55+ community w/ amazing resort-style amenities and on-site Lifestyle Director! Luxurious k...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2279054 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1ST FLOOR MASTER & GUEST SUITE! Kit: Quartz Ctops, CtrIsland w/Brkfst Bar, SS Appls Incl GasRange, Cstm Cabs, USB Outlets! Scullery/Prep Kit: Prep Sink,Dishwasher Drawer,...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2279005 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Heavily Wooded Private Acreage with Development Potential in Wake Forest! Great Location close to Falls Lake and Raleigh. Build your Dream Home or Family Compound! No Soi...
- 2278989 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning 2 bed, 2 bath home w/ den in Del Webb Traditions Wake Forest, the top 55+ community w/ amazing resort-style amenities and on-site Lifestyle Director! Luxurious k...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278930 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Best wooded home-site! Approx 1 acre in our newest phase. This custom home has it all! 1st floor master & guest suite. Open floorplan. Gourmet kitchen with large eat-in g...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278869 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning 2 bed, 2 bath home w/ den located in Del Webb Traditions Wake Forest, the top 55+ community w/ amazing resort-style amenities and an on-site Lifestyle Director! ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2278865 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
3 CAR GARAGE! 1ST Floor Master & Study w/Coffrd Ceiling! HWDs Thru Main Living! Kit: Granite Ctops, Cstm Cabs w/Crwn Trim,Tile Bcksplsh, SS Appls, CenterIsland w/Brkfst B...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2278863 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Estate Home w/Har Tru Clay Tennis Ct" & In-Ground Salt Water Pool! Coved Crown Mldg & White Oak Hwds! Kit w/Cstm Cabs, Granite, Tile Backsplsh, Open Shelves w/Corbels, Bu...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2278558 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Like new in fabulous pool community. Open floorplan & laminate flooring throughout. FR opens to gourmet kitchen w/huge island, granite, tile backsplash rich cabinetry & l...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278852 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Move-in ready home on a quiet culdesac in family-friendly Jones Dairy Neighborhood. Huge lot- over half an acre with convenient workshop in back yard. 2-car garage floor ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2278830 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom Home w/Lake & Golf Course views! 2 Master Suites,All Formals,2 Home Offices,Gourmet Kitchen w/Wolf & Subzero Appliances,Coffered Ceilings,Hardwoods on 1st & 2nd Fl...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2278764 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
An Exceptional Home with Custom Features!Partial Brick Front Accent!Large Front Porch! Coffered Ceilings & Columns in the Formal Dining Room! The Kitchen has Nice Quality...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278739 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Entertainers dream & jewel of neighbrdh loaded w/trendng updts Enter to glmng hardwds main lvl. Warm & cozy fmly rm w/built ins & walk/out to scrnd prch. Lrg Grmt Kitchnn...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278617 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful, Custom Home Built Neighborhood in Wake Forest! Bring your Own Builder or Use One of Ours!
- 2278595 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Full Wlk-out Bsmt w/Income Producing Apt/Guest Ste w/Sep Private Entrance, FamRm, DinRm, Bdrm, FlexRm, FullBA & Patio! Main Kit w/Custm Cabs, Islnd, Wine Rack, GraniteCto...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2278579 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1ST FLOOR MASTER! 3 CAR GARAGE! HWDS Thru Main Living! Kit: Granite Ctops, Cstm Cbnts, CenterIsland w/Brkfst Bar & Pndnt Lights, SS Appls Incl Gas Cooktop & WallOven, Til...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2278530 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Enjoy 1st floor living with main level master bedroom, hardwood floors throughout + screened in porch overlooking large private wooded lot. Kitchen includes vanilla color...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278472 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning former Parade home loaded w/ custom features & updates. Extensive millwork. 10 ft ceilings. Plantation shutters. Hardwoods throughout 1st floor. Formal dining in...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2278468 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity to live in Hasentree without the HOA fees! Wooded 2 acre lot with a creek. Close to Falls Lake. Large windows and skylights provide an abundance of natur...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2278446 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Just perfect 3 bed/2 1/2 bath home in Cimarron subdivision! Eat-in kitchen with french door refrigerator and living room with sliding doors leading to huge deck! Wood flo...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278389 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
UPGRADES GALORE! 5" engineered hrdwds, 10' ceilings on main & upgraded lighting throughout. Tankless WH installed in 2019. Perfect organization w/ launch area keeping hom...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2276343 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lovely home on nearly 1 acre wooded lot w/ tons to offer! Enjoy the wooded views from every window! Home features fresh paint, updated fixtures, hardwood floors throughou...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278246 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning Hasentree home w/all the bells & whistles! Amazing corner lot within resort living community. 1st floor owner's suite features his-n-her w/i closets. Spa like ma...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2278231 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Magnificent, serene oasis in Wake Forest. This home is like new. BRAND NEW four season room with beautiful tile floors. Hard to find split ranch plan with a bonus and ad...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2278218 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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