Welcome to Wake Forest

The Original Home of Wake Forest University

Wake Forest is located less than 10 miles north of Raleigh, has easy quick access to the Research Triangle Park, professional sporting events, world renowned golfing events, Atlantic Coast Conference athletics and the Triangle’s superb universities. You can visit the thriving downtown where you can easily find places to eat and shop. The historical district offers something for everyone. They can keep travelers busy for days with their small-town history, activities and culture.

For the sports crowd, The Factory offers indoor soccer, go-carts, miniature golf, an inflatable playground, a skate park, and ice rinks.

For the nature lovers, the nearby Falls Lake State Recreation Area is perfect for cycling, hiking, bird watching, fishing, boating and camping. You can also take in a beautiful sunset over the lake. They have a thriving and exciting real estate market with many Wake Forest homes for sale that you will fall in love with.

Places to eat in Wake Forest

Restaurants, Dining and more...

One very important thing to check out while you are searching for those perfect Wake Forest homes for sale is where to get good food.

Here are a few of the places we’ve found near the downtown area.

Sugar Magnolia Café

They offer excellent food and a place for music in the Magnolia Roots Music Lounge.

They also offer tea parties, private parties, catering and a unique gift shop featuring local vendors where you can find spices, sauces, jams, greeting cards, pottery and so much more.

Farm Table Kitchen & Bar

When they say farm to table that is their truth. They support as many local growers as possible because it’s the local community that supports them daily. Their menu changes as they only serve the fruits and vegetables that are in season and fresh.

Over the Falls

They have award-winning specialty burgers, pizza & wings, sandwiches and salads. They have gluten free friendly eats, infused bourbons and daily specials. Their bar features an extensive bourbon list and premium brand that they use to make their cocktails, mules and martinis.

Things to do near Wake Forest

Parks, Culture, Athletics and more...

Another important thing to consider while you search out the many available Wake Forest homes for sale is what there is to do in the area.

There are many fun and exciting things to do and here are a few you should take a look at.

Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts

They have 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space which makes this the perfect venue for a variety of activities and events including, recitals, conferences, plays, concerts, exhibits and private celebrations.

Wake Forest Historical Museum

Here you can visit the new museum building’s exhibits, tour the Calvin Jones House or wander through the gardens. You’ll find exhibits dedicated to the Law School, Medical School and legendary sports athletes and programs.

The Cotton Company

As you enter you can browse over 50 booths with the latest brands and styles. They have handmade local products from candles, jewelry, pottery, bath and body, signs and sweet snacks.


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Wake Forest Homes For Sale

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