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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
High Spd FiberOptic Internet Avail! Hardwoods Throughout Main Living Area! Kit: Granite Ctops, Cstm White Cabs w/Crwn, UndrCab Lghtng, Brick Laid Tile Bcksplsh, Cntr Isln...
- 4 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2194249 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Calling All Investors: This prime property is ready for renovation. Size, ranch floor plan, large fenced lot, natural buffer & location make it a very desirable home. Nee...
- 3 Beds
- 2.0 Baths
- 2194191 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to the "Paula Ann" boasting a gorgeous open floorplan, perfect for entertaining friends and family! 5 bedrooms (master on main floor), 4 full bathrooms, gourmet k...
- 5 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2194163 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Celebrate July 4th IN Your New Custom Home! This Home Will Be Move In Ready By June 30th. Built By Award Winning Raleigh Custom Homes. You will Love Living In Hasentre...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2194123 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Massey Plan C @Tryon AV Homes Community! 1st Floor Master! 2nd Floor Petite Owners Suite w/Full Bathroom! Kit: Granite Ctops, Tile Backsplash, Custom Cabs, Center Isl...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2194124 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
RUN, don't walk to this AMAZING home in Super-Desirable CRENSHAW MANOR!!! This awesome home boasts Everything you would want in your dream home, from the fantastic wooded...
- 4 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2194101 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous home in Homestead at Heritage built in 2017. The Galvani floor plan by CalAtlantic features open concept main living area with formal dining open to the great ro...
- 5 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2194094 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Emily Plan C @Tryon AV Homes Community! SPLIT RANCH PLAN! Kit: Granite CounterTops, Tile Backsplash, Custom Cabinets w/CrownFinishing Trim, Center Island w/Breakfast ...
- 4 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2194082 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Picture perfect updated ranch on large lot with no city taxes! Large detached garage plus covered carport. Two detached storage buildings. Trex decking w/handicap accessi...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2194006 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Plank Hardwood Flooring Thru 1st Floor Living Areas! Tankless Water Heater! Built to Hero Code! Kitchen: Custom "Stone Gray" Painted Cabs w/Soft Close, Quartz CTops, Cent...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2193977 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful, end unit, open floor plan! 1st Fl. Master Suite! Fresh paint.Walking distance to pool, tennis courts, & golf course.Formal dining rm w/bay window & elegant col...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2151469 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This fine home is residential proof for Newton’s first law of motion: objects at rest will remain at rest. And therein lies the gift offered in this lovely golf-course ho...
- 4 Beds
- 6.0 Baths
- 2193957 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This spectacular home is located on Heritage’s most desirable streets! The private culdesac is between the 15th & 16th Fairways of the Heritage Golf Club. The house featu...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2193768 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
DO NOT MISS THIS CHARMING HOME NESTELED IN THE POPULAR HERITAGE MEADOWS. BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE OPEN CONCEPT LIVING AREAS DOWNSTAIRS. SOLID SURFACE COUN...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2193939 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Be greeted by beautiful new floors (May 2018) and fresh paint (May 2018) as you enter your new home! The kitchen is ideal for entertaining with ample counter prep space ...
- 4 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2193829 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Absolutely immaculate 3 bedroom home with first floor master suite featuring large walk in closet, soaking tub and dual vanities. Open floor plan on main level boasting ...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2193828 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Elegant home, beautifully appointed in the heart of Wake Forest. Dramatic entrance foyer with vaulted ceiling that opens into a spacious family room with fireplace. For...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2193773 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
3 CAR GARAGE! 1st FLOOR MASTER & IN LAW SUITE! Hardwood Flooring thru Main Living! Kitchen: Custom Cabs, Granite CTops, Under Cabinet Lighting, SS Appliances, Center Isla...
- 5 Beds
- 5.0 Baths
- 2193767 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Are you ready for the perfect lifestyle? Imagine great views of the golf course from a home optimized to take in all the vistas. Master access to a screened lanai. A tran...
- 5 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2190209 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
ALL BRICK CUSTOM HOME! Take in the view of the 1.75 acres from the screen porch w/vaulted ceilings or from the large back deck! Inside, hardwood flrs & breathtaking foyer...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2193746 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
FORMER CADY PARADE HOME! Dual master plan! Site finished hardwoods thru 1st flr, custom inlay in foyer. Lg dining w/butler's pantry. Kit feats raised panel cascading cher...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2171953 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Must see this gorgeous salt water pool home situated in a quiet cul-d-sac, a very private lot, 4 car garage, 6 bdrms, 5 bths, fully fenced, gourmet kitchen, Jennair appli...
- 6 Beds
- 5.0 Baths
- 2193684 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning home with expansive entry way, lots of room, open floor plan, spacious lot in a culdesac and much more! Large owner's suite, dual staircases, 3 car garage, lof...
- 4 Beds
- 4.0 Baths
- 2190417 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom built home in pristine condition! Completely sodded yard w/irrigation system! 2 Master bedrooms! Kitchen w/hardwood floors, granite ctops, custom cabs, updated lig...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2193640 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Hard to find 1st floor master AND 1st floor guest bedroom home in Heritage Wake Forest! 3 bedrooms, each with own bath! One bedroom with its own bath is upstairs, as well...
- 3 Beds
- 3.0 Baths
- 2192482 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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