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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
Majestic find!Meticulously maintained,Over 4,000 sq ft on almost 1 acre,Open & Bright,Huge Gourmet Kitchen,Gorgeous hardwoods,ton of cabinets & counter space,pantry,Grani...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2232948 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Unbelievable price for this custom home in desirable Hasentree! Quality built by Bluestone Bldrs and extremely well kept by original owners; you will be impressed! Loads ...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2232940 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
All ClsngCsts over $1k Paid w/BldrsPrfrrdLndr & Attrny! StainlssFrdge! Blnds on Front of House! 100% Financing Avail! RANCH PLAN! Hwds Thru MainLvng! Kit: Granite, TileBc...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2232918 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome Home! This home features 3 Bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a open concept and cathedral ceiling in great location close to shopping and highway. Beautifully up...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2232818 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
No HOA! Site Finished Hwds! Kit w/Island, SmoothTop Cooktop, WallOven/Micro & Frdge! Main Floor Master w/DblTrey Ceiling, CeilngFan & WlkInClst! MstrBth w/Tile Floor, Dua...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232798 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fabulous Heritage Community home with 1st floor Mstr. Suite. Heritage Schools, less than 1 mile to Shopping, Restaurants (incl. Publix, Sheetz, Walgreens) & Greenway. For...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232276 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Location Location Location! HWF townhome features finished 3rd floor which can be 3rd BR/Bonus/Office; Plumbing roughed in for 3rd Bath; Tons of natural light on first fl...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232727 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Sage floorplan has everything you are looking for. First floor offers private office, dining room, breakfast area, large family room and sunroom! Covered porch is e...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2232713 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Almost New! Relocation provides opportunity to get in a sought after Siena Townhome at a value price and no wait for construction to be complete! One of the best location...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232692 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stately colonial sits on gorgeous treed lot! This home is move-in ready with fresh paint & new carpeting! Many upgrades including a new roof, a huge Florida-style sunroom...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2228070 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
USDA! Peaceful Country Living. This home features 3 Large bedrooms with walk-in closets, 2 Full Bathrooms, Laundry Room, Deck and a 16 x 20 Wired Storage Building with Ba...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2232644 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
SIMPLY STUNNING! This 3 BR 3 Full Bath Beauty is not like any other house you have seen! It is totally unique in every way. Offers 1st Floor Master w/custom Master Bath w...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232607 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful home in popular Majestic Oaks. Main level living with additional bedrooms/bonus rooms on 2nd level. Very open design with kitchen open to breakfast nook & livin...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232605 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Great opportunity. Large 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on a 1.39 acres with in ground swimming pool. Plenty of room to roam surrounded by trees for great privacy. Formal livin...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232586 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Executive Three Room Office is Available in Historic Downtown Wake Forest. Back Room was the vault of this Former Bank Building that can be used as an Office or for Stora...
- 2232576 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This Wake Forest two-story cul-de-sac home offers a deck, hardwood flooring, a fireplace, Upgraded features include new carpet in select rooms and a new HVAC.
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2232564 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Tired of cookie-cutter? This warm, large, bright, open home is begging for friends to come watch the game in the oversized family room while others lounge in the sunroom ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2232498 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Premier 1 Acre property just west of Wake Forest near Falls Lake. This traditional all brick 1.5 story home features a daylight walkout basement, main floor master suite,...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2232500 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
3 sided brick home w/ large patio & backyard pool located in Whippoorwill Valley! 2 story foyer w/ formal dining & living rm! Open Family Rm w/ gas log FP, cathedral ceil...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2231808 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Great building lot in a beautiful established neighborhood. You can bring your own builder! Level so minimal grading needed to be done. No trees or debris to remove. Only...
- 2232468 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
BETTER THAN NEW, this amazing home is waiting to entertain with its open-concept living, large kitchen island, screened porch, deck, and downstairs guest suite. The 3-car...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2228997 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom Braswell home w/ open floor plan on a cul de sac that backs to woods! A MUST SEE! 2 story foyer, gorgeous hardwood floors & detailed moldings. Updated kitchen has ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2231829 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful 5 acre wooded, level, corner lot in great location close to Hwy-98 & Falls Lake! Surrounded by large estates and gorgeous homes in nearby subdivision. Horses al...
- 2232382 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful Ranch home, Country setting but only minutes to Wake Forest area Shopping, Restaurants, Schools and Highways. Huge 1.27 Acre lot with rolling hills and gorgeou...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2232380 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Nestled in Hasentree on the 11th tee, this home connects a world of striking luxury w/ timeless elegance. Gorgeously crafted by award winning J. Fuller Homes, this custom...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2232362 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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