Wake Forest

About Wake Forest

A fast growing suburb just north of downtown Raleigh, Wake Forest captures history, small town living and outdoor adventure all-in-one. A stroll through the historic downtown introduces you to local art galleries, quaint coffee shops and farm-to-table restaurants. E. Carroll Joyner Park has 117 acres of trails, pecan groves and an amphitheater. The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation and the Heritage Club are the perfect locations to live, work and play.

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Fantastic development opportunity. Currently zoned Low Density Residential. Located in Rolesville's ETJ. Listed in Rolesville's Future Land Use Plan as Neighborhood Mixed Use.

$6,396,000 Pending

6200 Emily Lane Wake Forest, North Carolina

4,279,334 SqFt 98.24 Acres

Located in the exclusive gated community of Back Nine Estates near prestigious Wakefield Plantation, this stunning all-brick, gated estate is a rare find offering over 3.9 acres of private, exquisitely-landscaped grounds. The property features a brick-paver driveway encircling an impressive fountain, an extraordinary sandstone front porch, and multiple garages, including a three-car upper-level garage and lower-level RV and single-car garages with an electric charging station. The outdoor living space is unparalleled, with a zero-entry saltwater Pebble Tec pool, a rock waterslide, a grotto spa, an expansive stone patio, an outdoor fireplace and a 1,056-sf elevated terrace with panoramic views. Perfect for entertaining, the outdoor kitchen is equipped with a Lynx gas grill, granite countertops, task lighting, and ample storage. Inside, this home boasts an elegant grand foyer with double cascading staircases, travertine flooring, extraordinary millwork, Murano glass chandeliers and flows beautifully into multiple gathering spaces. The open kitchen adjoins a fabulous keeping room with floor-to-ceiling windows and features a gas fireplace, a breakfast bar, top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, a center island with a prep sink and one of two dishwashers, a walk-in pantry with Miele coffee/expresso maker, and a perfectly-placed butler's pantry. The owner's wing offers a private den with a two-sided gas fireplace, custom walk-in closets and dressing room, and a luxurious primary suite with a spa-like bath featuring heated floors, a huge steam shower, a bubble massage soaking tub, marble flooring, and dual water closets. The finished basement includes an in-law suite with a full kitchen and family room, game room, theater, custom wine cellar with 750 bottle storage, and more. The third-floor offers additional flex space with windows showcasing views of the stunning backyard oasis. This versatile space is perfect for dance, fitness, work, or relaxation, with plenty of natural light. Equipped with advanced systems such as a whole-house generator, whole-house water filtration, central vacuum, and an extensive security system, this home offers ultimate comfort and convenience. Ideal for those seeking luxury, privacy, and extraordinary amenities, this property is truly one-of-a-kind. PERFECT FOR MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING. BASEMENT OFFERS SEPARATE LIVING QUARTERS.

$4,500,000 Active

2421 Acanthus Drive Wake Forest, North Carolina

5 Beds 9 Baths 14,438 SqFt 3.94 Acres

$3,500,000 Active

6701 Green Hollow Court Wake Forest, North Carolina

4 Beds 7 Baths 7,671 SqFt 1.85 Acres

This stunning Rufty Custom home has been featured in Unique Homes Magazine and was the Rufty Showcase 2001 Duke Children's Hospital Home! Magnificent, elegant and luxurious are just 3 words that come to mind as you approach this stately mansion on almost 2 private acres! There are 5 bedrooms in the main house plus the apartment/nanny suite has full living quarters with 15 x 12.5 room with window, full bath, closet, full kitchen and living room. Entertaining friends/family of every age is easy with your Aquatic Artist's heated/lit/saltwater pool and hot tub with 4 sleek waterfalls. Built-in gas fire pit and grill, and basketball court. Beautifully finished basement with huge bedroom/full bath, additional half bath, wine cellar, full bar, home theater and fireplace! Irrigation system. 2016 50 yr roof with 100% transferable warranty. Lutron lighting system, Leviton Audio system, Flow water pressure/safety system, iSpring water filtration, Carolina Custom cabinets, high end Karistan carpets with memory foam padding in most carpeted areas, 7 gas fireplaces (one with masonry chimney that can be converted to wood burning) and central vac throughout. Owners can easily park 5 cars in 4 car garage. Appliances - Viking, Bosch, Kitchen Aid, Sub-Zero refrigerator &freezer as well as Viking dbl freezer drawers. GE appliances in apartment/nanny quarters. Secluded owner's suite w/ impressive WIC, bath and fireplace! All bedrooms are en suite with 3 additional half baths strategically placed throughout home.. TONS of storage. Convey with home - drapes, theater loungers, mounted TVs in owner's bath and by pool table, all refrigerators except basement in storage room and apartment, select exercise equipment, pool loungers. NO CITY TAXES! Multiple items of personal property for sale by request, including but not limited to piano, Thomasville dining set (seats 10), pool table, formal living room furniture). 1 Year Home Warranty included from American Home Warranty. Septic pumped 5/2024.

$3,300,000 Pending

1801 Oatlands Court Wake Forest, North Carolina

5 Beds 9 Baths 12,706 SqFt 1.84 Acres

An Artist's Dream Home. This 5 Bedroom and 4.5 Bath Custom Home is full of Character and Creative flair. Nothing boring here! This home was designed with a vibe for the imaginative person who loves Free Flowing Rooms with whimsical touches. A uniquely different home surrounded by stunning landscapes. It's filled with natural wood carvings, art, and creative wrought iron accents. The home sits on 5.5 acres with stunning views of trees, open spaces, a swimming pool, a huge yard, and backs onto Falls Lake. It features an open kitchen with a bar and a sitting room with a fireplace, a craft room, an office area, and a pantry/mudroom. The second floor has a master suite, oversized bedrooms, private baths, and plenty of room to expand. The lower level includes a family room, guest bedroom, and ample storage. Enjoy a quiet walk around the grounds or to the lake. Relax on the large covered front porch or by the pool. It also offers easy access to shopping, RTP, and I-540.

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$2,950,000 Active

1153 Four Wheel Drive Wake Forest, North Carolina

5 Beds 5 Baths 5,249 SqFt 5.5 Acres

It's here, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, you immediately know you're someplace special. This beautiful, spacious waterfront estate has an extraordinary setting with nearly two acres bordering protected parkland and private access to Falls Lake for fishing and paddle boarding or sipping a cold drink while you soak in the natural beauty. This stately home itself is also a place to retreat from work and the world, where there's everything you need, and more, with elegant and expansive gathering spaces, and 12 and 14-foot ceilings on the main level, this home is also warm, and filled with personality with a 2-story foyer, floating staircase and open custom kitchen, and inviting spots to gather by one of the seven fireplaces. This is also a home that knows how to have fun, whether playing pool in your very own pub, or having a movie night in a real theatre modeled after the Fox in Atlanta - complete with a ticket booth and concession stand. Work out in the large gym with outdoor access, then hit the sauna, and afterward reward yourself with something out of the massive climate-controlled wine cellar. This home has plenty of room and all the amenities, including a nanny suite, generous spaces for multi-generational living and many updates including a remodeled master suite, updated bathrooms, freshly painted interior, newer roof and HVAC, etc.
Throughout this thoughtfully designed home by award-winning Atlanta architects Spitzmiller and Norris, there are beautiful details, sunken rooms, built-ins and window benches, all in a brick-clad home with huge verandas, patios, and a screened-in porch for outdoor living. It all overlooks a fenced backyard where dogs can run, kids can play, and adults can entertain or relax alongside gorgeous, mature private gardens. Nearby are even more amenities, including biking trails, a park, and the Country Club at Wakefield Plantation, a place to make new friends through golf, racquet sports, aquatics, and dining.

$2,800,000 Active

1820 Oatlands Court Court Wake Forest, North Carolina

5 Beds 10 Baths 12,382 SqFt 1.87 Acres

This exceptional custom estate home was built with the utmost attention to design, detail, and function on a private 1.84-acre oasis. With its exquisite millwork, timeless finishes, and decorative ceilings, you can entertain with ease in the open flow of the formal dining room, well-appointed kitchen, morning and keeping rooms, and family room, which lead to incredible outdoor living space through a wall of sliding glass doors. Step seamlessly onto a large screened porch with phantom screens, ceiling heaters, and gas fireplace, or relax on the sprawling patio with multiple sitting areas surrounding the heated saltwater pool. This space has been so thoughtfully designed to include a swim-up bar, a Fire Magic outdoor kitchen, fire pit and pergola. Back inside, the well-appointed kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, quartz counter tops, tumbled-tile backsplash, a giant pantry, and not one, but two expansive center islands. Add to that the uniquely-designed wet bar with custom wine closet, and you have the perfect gathering space for family and friends. Also on the main level is an enormous club room that has a vaulted ceiling accented with beams and plenty of space for pool, foosball, and shuffleboard tables. This room, which opens to a fully-equipped home theater, also features a stacked-stone gas fireplace and a wet bar with a beverage fridge and a double-spouted beer tap. Take the elevator to the second floor and you'll find a fabulous owner's retreat with a decorative double tray ceiling, a gas fireplace, a wet bar and access to a large balcony overlooking the backyard oasis. The luxurious spa bath features a walk-in shower, jetted tub, multiple vanities, and huge dressing room with custom-built closet system. The abundance of function continues upstairs with three more spacious bedrooms, each with a dedicated bath and walk-in closet, a bonus room, and a home gym with low-impact rubber flooring. The home also includes two double-car garages and a basement level equipment garage.

$2,750,000 Active

2117 Blue Haven Court Wake Forest, North Carolina

4 Beds 7 Baths 8,469 SqFt 1.84 Acres

2024 PARADE BRONZE WINNER! This exquisite Arts & Crafts-inspired home by Raleigh Custom Homes blends timeless elegance with modern luxury. A striking courtyard entrance and arched glass door welcome you into an expansive open floor plan. The first-floor owner's retreat boasts a vaulted ceiling, spa-like bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub, and a dressing room with its own private laundry. The chef-style kitchen, complete with designer appliances, a scullery, and a large island, flows seamlessly into the family and dining rooms—perfect for entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead to a covered porch with Phantom screens, a fireplace, heaters, and grill area overlooking the pool. Upstairs features two additional bedrooms with ensuite baths and walk-in closets, a flex room, and two bonus rooms, offering space and versatility. Nestled in a serene, gated community, this home defines luxury living!

$2,749,900 Pending

8916 Grand Highland Way Wake Forest, North Carolina

4 Beds 7 Baths 6,461 SqFt 1.28 Acres

Private luxury estate home custom built by Exeter Building Company. Beautifully situated on a pristine 2.5 acre lot. The gated entry and long private drive leads you through mature hardwoods to your hidden custom estate. This is one of ten limited opportunities in the exclusive Watkins Glen Private Estates. Phenomenal architecture that marries traditional and modern styling with soaring ceilings, ample glass, gracious rooms, and luxury finishes. Capitalizing on the beauty of the natural surroundings, every window and door captures a beautiful private vista. Ample living and entertaining space with extra room for future pool, guest house, etc. Indoor/Outdoor living; 1st floor primary suite; additional 1st floor guest suite; gourmet kitchen with separate scullery; home gym; expansive bonus room with wet bar; 1st & 2nd floor laundry; and so much more! Selections and plan modifications can still be made, including many options not available in most communities- large garages, boat/RV storage, sport courts, pool or guest house, and anything else you can dream up.

$2,500,000 Active

8417 Portmarnock Court Wake Forest, North Carolina

5 Beds 6 Baths 5,740 SqFt 2.44 Acres

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