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Wake Forest

Excellent for those who prefer quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 10090425
Listing courtesy of Marquis Realty

$4,255,000

8413 Portmarnock Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 8 Baths 6,638 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10158322
Listing courtesy of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int

$4,200,000

2421 Acanthus Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 9 Baths 14,438 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10143092
Listing courtesy of Raleigh Custom Realty, LLC

$3,600,000

1313 Eagleson Lane, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 7 Baths 6,173 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10143198
Listing courtesy of Raleigh Custom Realty, LLC

$3,500,000

1309 Eagleson Lane, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 7 Baths 5,708 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10166743
Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Greener Side

$2,999,900

1332 Eagleson Lane, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 7 Baths 5,418 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10106864
Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY OF PIEDMONT NC LLC

$2,995,000

6701 Green Hollow Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 7 Baths 7,676 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10150984
Listing courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh

$2,900,000

6309 Wakefalls Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 9 Baths 8,970 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10150633
Listing courtesy of Marquis Realty

$2,650,000

8421 Portmarnock Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,658 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10029807
Listing courtesy of Compass -- Raleigh

$2,625,000

8916 Grand Highland Way, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 7 Baths 6,461 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Wake Forest

Transportation

Driving is very often the preferred approach to navigate Wake Forest. It is very easy to park. In contrast, the public transit access in Wake Forest is quite bad. Nonetheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the town, and the nearest bus stop is typically a short distance away. This town is not especially conducive to biking because there are quite a few slopes, and the bicycling network is fairly poor. It is also impractical for pedestrians to move around in this part of the Raleigh metropolitan area, as few daily needs can be carried out without needing a car.

Cars are a great medium of transportation in Zip Code 27587. It is very convenient to park. This area is not especially suited for cycling because cyclists are faced with quite a few slopes, and there are few bike lanes. Getting around as a pedestrian is also not very feasible for residents in Zip Code 27587 since few day-to-day needs can be met without a car.

Services

It can be challenging to get to high schools and primary schools from properties for sale in Wake Forest. Residents have the choice between public and private elementary schools. With respect to food, house buyers in Wake Forest almost always have to rely on a car to travel to one of around 20 supermarkets. Nonetheless, it is generally a rather short pedestrian trip to the nearest pharmacy, which can supply some basic food items. There are also a few opportunities for those who value restaurants in close proximity.
 
High schools and primary schools are not especially plentiful in Zip Code 27587, and accordingly tend to be an extended pedestrian trip away. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. When it comes to food, it is very rarely possible for property owners in Zip Code 27587 to travel to one of about 20 grocery stores as pedestrians. There are also over 100 restaurants in this area.
 

Character

The character of Wake Forest is exemplified by its relaxed environment. This part of the Raleigh metropolitan area is excellent for those who prefer quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Finally, there are about 30 green spaces nearby for residents to check out, like Ailey Young Park, and they are very well-located, which makes them easy to access.
 
The character of Zip Code 27587 is exemplified by its slower-paced ambience. This area is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, the majority of locations in the postal code have fairly good access to parks, including Horseshoe Farms Park and Falls Lake State Recreation Area, since reaching the closest one from a large number of houses is easy and there are about 40 parks close by for residents to enjoy.

Overview for Wake Forest, NC

81,902 people live in Wake Forest, where the median age is 40.8 and the average individual income is $55,532. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,902

Total Population

40.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,532

Average individual Income

Around Wake Forest, NC

There's plenty to do around Wake Forest, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

3
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
5
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Not just a Fry Guy, Fishin Shrimp, and Homebody's.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Not just a Fry Guy Logo
Dining 2.5 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Fishin Shrimp Logo
Dining 0.94 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Homebody's Logo
Shopping 2.42 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Mary & Mak Logo
Shopping 0.39 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Body in Tune Logo
Active 2.74 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Red Dog Strong Logo
Active 3.74 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wake Forest, NC

Population Households Employment

Wake Forest has 29,199 households, with an average household size of 2.77. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wake Forest do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 81,902 people call Wake Forest home. The population density is 779.2 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,902

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.8

Median Age

48.51 / 51.49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
29,199

Total Households

2.77

Average Household Size

$55,532

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wake Forest, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Wake Forest. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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School rating

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Erica Berry

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Email

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Address

1600 E FRANKLIN ST CHAPEL HILL, NC 27514

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