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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
Desirable new townhomes in downtown, Wake Forest. Over 24 ft. wide town home with huge open floorplan that is great for hosting family and friends. The master closet is a...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2224153 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Building lot available. Previously a 4 bedroom 3 bath home that burnt down. Home and foundation has been removed, septic left in place. Lot is ready to build.
- 2224142 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Built in 2007, this Wake Forest two-story offers hardwood flooring, a fireplace, and a two-car garage. The community pool is a part of the HOA.
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2224083 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Continental plan with main floor guest suite and luxurious owner's suite on second floor. Open plan features Gourmet kitchen, butlers pantry, fireplace, upstairs loft and...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2224072 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
A MUST SEE !! Beautiful home in cul-de-sac of sought after Heritage W/3 car garage, 1st flr offers hwds throughout lge Family rm W/fireplace & custom built in's, lge Mast...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2224071 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stonebrook plan with luxurious owner's suite on first floor. Open plan features Gourmet kitchen, fireplace, and upstairs loft and screen porch. Homesite backs to open spa...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2224070 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Built in 2009, this Wake Forest two-story offers stainless steel appliances and a patio. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint throughout. This home is part of ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2224068 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Desirable new townhomes with huge open floorplan, over 22 ft. wide that is great for hosting your friends & family. Unwind from the day on your screened in porch. Great ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223999 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Palmer B-Is our perfect 3 bedroom home! Beautiful entry with hardwood floors throughout the main living area. Dining room has a beautiful coffered ceiling and flows into ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223986 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Desirable new townhomes in the heart of downtown, Wake Forest. Enjoy watching the sunset with treetops views from your 3rd floor rooftop terrace. Open floorplan, over 22 ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223919 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic cul-de-sac home on a large 1.5 acre lot. Adjoins a beautiful private lake. All brick construction and in immaculate shape. Master bedroom suite and an office o...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223742 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom built Parade of Homes winner! Gleaming Oak hrdwds w/cherry inlay greet you. Loft landing w/Juliette landing. Dining rm complete w/extra wide crown molding & wainsc...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223169 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LOCATION! LOCATION! Rare opportunity to find a brick ranch for you to be at the edge of Falls Lake with a space to store your boat or camper near Raleigh, Creedmoor, Dur...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2223658 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Built in 2011, this Wake Forest two-story offers stainless steel appliances, granite kitchen countertops, an office, a fireplace, and a two-car garage.
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223633 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous 3 level custom home overlooks pond/golf course. 5 bed, 4.5 bath, 1st fl master, 2 FP, sun&mud rooms, lg bonus rm, oversized 3 car garage, inlaw/teen suite w/full...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2223627 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
No City Taxes! Wooded 1.94 Acres!! Transitional Home with 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Office, Bonus, Sitting Room, Screened Porch, Hot Tub, 2 Decks and Two Car Garage. Bright ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223589 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic Heritage Home! Great schools, close to shopping, restaurants & Greenway. New interior & exterior paint. Deck freshly stained. Rocking chair front porch. 1st flo...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223586 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
RANCH PLAN w/ SIDE ENTRY GARAGE! Gourmet Kitchen: Quartz Countertops, Custom Maple Cabs w/Crown & Soft Close Drawers & Doors, Tile Backsplash, Center Island w/Breakfast B...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223558 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1st FLOOR MASTER and GUEST ROOM! Hardwoods thru main living area! Gourmet Kitchen: Quartz Countertops, White Maple Shaker Style cabinets, SS KitchenAid Appliances-Gas Coo...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223535 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Why wait for new construction? This beautiful home is 4-5 bedroom 3 full baths all formal areas this home is more than move in ready...You decide for yourself. New roof 1...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223449 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This beautiful model home featured in the 2018 Parade of Homes is upgraded throughout. You will love this home the minute you pull up. Home is an excellent investment op...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223433 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
A rare find! Downstairs Master BR! End Unit with beautiful hardwood floors throughout living area, granite and SS appliances in the kitchen. Large master suite with tray ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223427 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Former Parade of Homes Winner! A true custom home in every respect w/an endless list of custom features & upgrades. (4) bedroom (to include 1st flr master & 2nd flr guest...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223411 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Across from 117 Acre Joyner Park! 5" "Slate" Hwds Thru Main Living! MudBench! Kit: "Moonwhite" Granite, Matte "Arctic White" SbwyTile Bcksplsh, Cstm WhitePainted Cabs w/C...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2223386 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Amazing LAKE VIEW from covered deck or relax in your heated, saltwater, in ground pool. Elevator access to full basement for multi generational living inc. full kitchen, ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2223341 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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