Wake County Real Estate

Wake County Real Estate

Welcome to Wake County, North Carolina – a vibrant and thriving community that beautifully blends urban convenience with natural charm. Nestled in the heart of the Research Triangle, Wake County is renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and exceptional quality of life.

Home to the state capital, Raleigh, Wake County offers an array of attractions and amenities that cater to every lifestyle. From the bustling downtown area filled with eclectic restaurants, shops, and cultural venues, to the serene parks and green spaces perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone. The county boasts a robust education system, with top-rated public schools and prestigious universities, making it an ideal location for families and students alike.

Wake County is also a hub for innovation and technology, with numerous research institutions and businesses calling it home. This dynamic economy not only provides ample job opportunities but also fosters a spirit of entrepreneurship and growth.

Nature lovers will appreciate Wake County’s scenic beauty, with its sprawling lakes, lush forests, and picturesque trails. Outdoor activities abound, whether you’re hiking in Umstead State Park, kayaking on Lake Johnson, or enjoying a leisurely picnic at Pullen Park.

With a welcoming community and a strong sense of pride, Wake County is more than just a place to live – it’s a place to thrive. Explore the charming neighborhoods, experience the rich culture, and discover why so many choose to call Wake County home. Whether you’re seeking a cozy family abode or a chic urban condo, your dream home awaits in this remarkable corner of North Carolina.

Newest Listings in Wake County

$950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100603249 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,481 SqFt. ⋅ 1987 Year Built
Tucked just outside the city limits of Wendell, this exceptional property offers a rare balance of convenience, privacy, and peaceful country living, all while being less than 30 minutes from Raleigh. Located just minutes from Wendell Falls, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and everyday conveniences, then return home to the space and serenity of more than 6 acres. Beautiful pond views create a picturesque backdrop from both inside and out and immediately set this property apart. The home also features a brand-new 2026 roof, providing peace of mind for years to come. The main level features a well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops, a walk-in pantry, eat-at island, recessed lighting, and a separate breakfast area. A formal dining room and inviting living room with gas-log fireplace provide comfortable spaces for gathering, while large windows take full advantage of the water views. The first-floor primary suite offers a walk-in closet, double vanity, and stone walk-in shower. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a spacious bonus room with excellent storage. The third level adds approximately 350 square feet of flexible space, ideal for a homeschool room, home office, playroom, or additional flex space. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a front porch, screened porch, and deck all oriented toward the pond. The private, thoughtfully maintained setting provides plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors while still being close to everything Wendell has to offer. A true standout is the expansive detached shop with a half bath, offering exceptional versatility for a home business, car enthusiast, hobbyist, or sportsman. For a travel-ball family, the space could even be transformed into an impressive batting-cage setup--a rare and highly functional feature. Two additional detached carports provide storage for lawn equipment, ATVs, or recreational gear, while a separate carport accommodates a boat or RV. With acreage, water views, multiple flexible spaces, and an impressive collection of outbuildings, this property offers a combination of privacy, functionality, and convenience that is hard to find.

4841 Wendell Blvd, Wendell
$378,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100603149 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,560 SqFt. ⋅ 2024 Year Built
Experience the best of new construction without the wait! Built in 2024 and thoughtfully enhanced with desirable upgrades, 1344 Barreto Drive offers the rare combination of modern construction, move-in-ready convenience, and an exceptional community lifestyle. Located in Wendell Falls, one of the Raleigh area's most sought-after master-planned communities, this home is just a short walk from the community pool and surrounded by an incredible collection of amenities, shops, dining, recreation, and everyday conveniences. Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the open-concept floor plan, abundant natural light, and numerous oversized windows that create a bright and inviting living space. Custom details throughout the home add character and warmth, including a custom transom window features at the front of the home, a beautiful custom dining room light fixture, and a cozy office nook finished with custom red oak wood--the perfect spot for working from home, studying, or creating a dedicated workspace. One of the home's standout features is its two primary suites, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, guests, multigenerational living, or simply having an additional private retreat. The main primary suite is especially impressive, featuring two large walk-in closets and a comfortable layout designed for everyday living. The home also offers the convenience of a new washer and dryer and a new refrigerator, meaning many of the major household essentials are already in place. Outside, enjoy the charm of a large, stained front porch, creating the perfect spot to unwind with a morning coffee or enjoy an evening happy hour. The backyard is intentionally manageable, with a small grassy yard and detached garage providing the perfect balance of outdoor space and low-maintenance living. There is also plenty of opportunity to make the space your own, with room to add a future patio or additional outdoor entertaining area. Whether you're purchasing your first home, downsizing, relocating to the Raleigh area, or simply looking for a modern home in a community where there is always something to do, 1344 Barreto Drive offers an exceptional opportunity to get into a nearly new home with the upgrades, conveniences, and lifestyle already in place. Located in East Raleigh/Wendell, Wendell Falls offers much more than a neighborhood--it offers an entire lifestyle. This vibrant, master-planned community combines the comfort of a thoughtfully designed residential neighborhood with the convenience of shops, restaurants, recreation, fitness, and everyday services right outside your door. Residents enjoy two community pools, including a zero-entry saltwater pool with a waterslide, splash area, lounge spaces, and lap lanes, along with the Perch Pool & Playground. The community also features a 24/7 fitness center at The Farmhouse, a community gathering space, Farmhouse Café, numerous parks and playgrounds, and more than 10 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails winding throughout the neighborhood. And when it comes to everyday convenience, it's hard to beat the location. Treelight Square and the surrounding Wendell Falls commercial district offer an impressive selection of shopping, dining, coffee, groceries, medical care, dental care, fitness, and services--all within the community. For those who love an active lifestyle, Wendell Falls makes it easy to get outside without getting in the car. Enjoy miles of trails, multiple parks, playgrounds, gathering spaces, fire pits, outdoor fitness areas, and community events. The neighborhood's trail system alone offers more than 10 miles for walking, running, and biking. At 1344 Barreto Drive, you're not simply buying a home--you're gaining access to a connected, convenient, and vibrant way of life. Come see why this beautifully maintained 2024 home and the Wendell Falls lifestyle make such a compelling combination!

1344 Barreto Dr, Wendell
$499,500
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100602030 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,521 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built
Main-Level Primary Bedroom + In-Ground Pool + 1.16 Acres! Welcome to 7113 Volterra Court, a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath with a bonus room home offering approximately 2,521 square feet in the Tuscan Ridge neighborhood of Wendell. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers a great combination of space, privacy, and outdoor living. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features the primary bedroom conveniently located on the main level and comfortable living spaces centered around a cozy fireplace. A spacious bonus room adds flexibility and is perfect for a home office, media room, playroom, hobby space, or guest retreat. Three full bathrooms and a 2-car garage add to the home's functionality. Step outside to your own backyard retreat! The in-ground pool is ready for hot North Carolina summers, weekend cookouts, entertaining, or simply relaxing poolside. With 1.16 acres, there's plenty of room beyond the pool to enjoy the outdoors and a little extra breathing room. With a main-level primary, bonus room, fireplace, 2-car garage, in-ground pool, generous lot, and cul-de-sac setting, 7113 Volterra Court has the space and features that are hard to find all in one property. Come see what makes this Tuscan Ridge home such a special place to call home!

7113 Volterra Ct, Wendell
$150,000
100602006 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Explore the opportunities with this unimproved land located at 620 and 626 Brewer Ave in Wake Forest, NC. Spanning 0.41 acres, these two parcels accords a generous canvas for the development of your vision. Situated in a thriving area, the land provides a unique opportunity for those looking to build or invest in a desirable location. The property is nestled in a region known for its blend of suburban tranquility and accessibility to urban amenities. Whether you're considering a personal project or an investment, the size and setting of this lot invite a multitude of possibilities. Additionally, the natural layout of the land allows for thoughtful planning and development, ensuring that any future construction can be harmoniously integrated with the surrounding environment. The area is characterized by its scenic beauty and inviting atmosphere, making it a great backdrop for your future plans. Whether you are envisioning a residential project or exploring other potential uses, this parcel stands as a promising foundation.

620/626 Brewer Ave, Wake Forest
$475,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601830 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,854 SqFt. ⋅ 2023 Year Built
VALUE, SPACE & POTENTIAL! If you're looking for an opportunity to purchase more home for your money and have flexibility with your closing timeline, 821 Challenger Lane deserves a closer look. This spacious 2,854-square-foot home offers a first-floor primary suite, three additional bedrooms, and a generous loft upstairs--providing plenty of room to spread out, work from home, entertain, or create spaces that fit your lifestyle. With some TLC and personal touches, this home offers an exciting opportunity for a buyer to add value and potentially build equity over time. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. This is a SHORT SALE and is being sold AS-IS. Seller will make no repairs. Short sale approval is required, so buyers should be prepared for a potentially longer closing timeline. For buyers who aren't in a rush and recognize the potential in a property that needs a little attention, the wait could be well worth it. Don't overlook the opportunity at 821 Challenger Lane--schedule your showing and see the possibilities for yourself!

821 Challenger Ln, Knightdale
$285,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601714 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,569 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built
Investor opportunity in Raleigh's Chastain subdivision. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 2,569 sq ft and is ready for an investor looking for a value-add property with a straightforward renovation scope. The home primarily needs cosmetic updates, including flooring, interior finishes, cleaning, and general repairs, with a newer HVAC unit already in place. One bathroom has had a prior leak repaired but will need to be reassembled and finished. Property is being sold AS-IS, and the seller will make no repairs. Cash or conventional financing only. Great opportunity for a fix-and-flip, renovation project, or investor looking to bring a well-sized home in an established Raleigh neighborhood back to market condition.

6044 Ricker Rd, Raleigh
$190,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100601184 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 911 SqFt. ⋅ 1987 Year Built ⋅ Richland Run BLDG.
Top floor condo just waiting for your own personal touches! Make this condominium conveniently located to the Lenovo Center, Carter-Finley stadium, and so many restaurants and shopping that Raleigh has to offer! This home opens to a cozy Living room with a Gas log fireplace and sliding glass doors that lead to the covered balcony overlooking woods with plenty of privacy. The balcony also provides another access to the ground level and the units storage room. The primary bedroom is privately located with it's own bathroom. The second bedroom can also be opened to the Living room to use as an office or den if so desired and shares the 1/2 bath for guests as well. Check out this charming condo and be ready to bring your imagination to life!

4621 Timbermill Ct Unit 304, Raleigh
$380,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100599288 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,560 SqFt. ⋅ 2000 Year Built
Enjoy comfortable one-level living with convenient access to shopping, dining, and everyday necessities. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional split-bedroom floor plan that provides added separation between the primary suite and secondary bedrooms, while the living room's vaulted ceiling creates an open, inviting gathering space. Set on a spacious 0.71-acre lot, the property extends everyday living outdoors with a back deck and plenty of room to enjoy the yard. An attached 2-car garage provides convenient parking and storage, while the storage shed offers additional space for lawn equipment and outdoor essentials. Thoughtful improvements include replacement windows, gutter guards, an encapsulated crawl space, a roof replaced in 2021, and an HVAC unit replaced in 2024, adding practical updates to this well-planned home.

1101 Tyler Farms Dr, Raleigh
$410,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100598248 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,200 SqFt. ⋅ 2005 Year Built
**SELLER OFFERING $10,000 IN SELLER CONCESSIONS AT CLOSING.** This credit can be used toward buyer closing costs, prepaids, cosmetic updates (such as new carpet, paint, or cleaning), or a mortgage rate buy-down. This property presents an amazing investment or equity building opportunity in the desirable Margot's Pond subdivision. The 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home boasts excellent structural bones and an expansive layout waiting for your personal cosmetic updates. A dramatic two story vaulted great room welcomes you with a central fireplace and an open staircase design. The functional kitchen features rich cherry cabinetry, a built-in pantry, and a stainless steel electric range. Retreat to the massive primary suite highlighted by a private sitting alcove, perfect for a home office nook, and an ensuite bathroom equipped with a dual vanity, deep soaking tub, separate shower, and a vaulted ceiling. Two additional guest bedrooms are arranged in a highly functional Jack and Jill layout with a shared bathroom. Step outside to a massive multi-level back deck overlooking a fully fenced-in backyard. Enjoy all the convenience of living right inside the Wake Forest town limits while remaining just minutes from top-rated Heritage schools, parks, dining, and shopping.

9605 Burge Ct, Wake Forest
$535,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100597968 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,874 SqFt. ⋅ 2005 Year Built
Welcome to this beautiful move-in-ready home in the sought-after Northampton community! This inviting property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in a desirable Wake Forest location. With a functional layout offering an open concept perfect for entertaining, an eat-in kitchen with a peninsula for bar stool seating, plus a formal dining room allows for multiple dining options. The gorgeous kitchen boasts ample cabinets and granite countertops. This home offers 5 bedrooms plus, office space and a bonus area allowing room for everyone and everything. Add in the hardwood floors, garage, back deck, and a corner lot in an amenity-filled community with a pool, playground, and picnic area, and you have the perfect home. This home is conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, minutes to Jones Dairy Elementary school and everyday amenities.

5997 Jones Farm Rd, Wake Forest
$529,760
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100596977 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,307 SqFt. ⋅ 2019 Year Built
PRICED TO SELL! $10,000 FLEX CASH! Welcome to 255 Axis Deer Lane! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers approximately 3,300+ sq. ft. A recreation room or office space. In desirable Garner/Wake County. Built just seven years ago and occupied for approximately six years, this home offers the space and feel of a newer home without the wait. Enjoy a spacious floor plan, first-floor primary suite, generous living spaces, and plenty of room to live, work and entertain. SELLER OFFERING $10,000 FLEX CASH! Use toward allowable closing costs, rate buydown, prepaid expenses or other eligible costs to help make this home even more affordable. The home has been well cared for with no known damage. With a little fresh paint and a professional deep cleaning of the existing carpet, this home can easily feel almost brand new while giving its next owner the opportunity to add their own personal touches. Priced to sell and ready for its next owner! If you've been waiting for the right combination of space, location, condition and value, this is the opportunity you've been looking for. Don't miss it! COMING SOON -- LIVE WEDNESDAY!

255 Axis Deer Ln, Garner
$650,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 100596470 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,012 SqFt. ⋅ 2016 Year Built
MOVE-IN READY in the highly sought-after Wakefield community! Welcome to 12312 Bunchgrass Lane, where space, flexibility, and location come together. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the main level flows seamlessly from the front sitting room (ideal for a home office), to the formal dining room, into the open family room, well-appointed kitchen, and breakfast area. Privately tucked away on the main level is an in-law suite with an adjacent full bath, while the mudroom provides convenient access to the garage. The kitchen features granite countertops, a center island, and gas range overlooking the main living area. Step outside to the covered screened porch, creating the perfect extension of your living space while overlooking the partially wooded backyard with playset. Upstairs you'll find four additional bedrooms, including an oversized primary suite with a spacious ensuite bath, two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a private guest suite with its own ensuite bath, along with a conveniently located laundry room. Fresh interior paint (2026) and new upstairs carpet (2026) make this home truly move-in ready. Located within the Wakefield Elementary, Wake Forest Middle, and Wake Forest High School districts, the home is also conveniently located near a Wake Preparatory Academy bus stop. Enjoy convenient access to Wakefield Commons, shopping, dining, parks, and Wakefield Plantation Country Club, with optional clubhouse and pool memberships available. Offering exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, guests, or today's evolving lifestyle needs, this home truly checks all the boxes.

12312 Bunchgrass Ln, Raleigh
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