Great news for real estate sales in Heritage Wake Forest! Since January 1, 2010, sales in the community have been outstanding and have seen an increase compared to the first six months of 2009. Although we haven’t reached the level of sales that we have experienced in the past, we are seeing a rebound in the market that is very positive. Highlights include an increase in the total number of properties sold/under contract, stable prices and a decrease in inventory.

In NE Wake Forest-one of those “I want-it kind of houses. It oozes curb appeal, has a picturesque back yard- and the real secret it was custom built. $359,900 with 3 bedrooms and 2,665 sq.ft

The house itself (1204 Hartsfield Forest Drive) looks like something you have seen in a magazine spread–it is stunning, but when you find out where it is located you may reach for your checkbook.

Heritage Wake Forest is the most unique neighborhood in north Wake Forest. Stretched across some of the region’s most prized country terrain, it is comprised of 2,000 acres, and the Golf Digest 4-Star Heritage Golf & Country Club.

Additionally, the neighborhood is surrounded by acres of nature preserves teaming with wildlife like deer, squirrels and songbirds. The Heritage Golf Course is highly regarded as a great place to play and have membership. This goes a long way to eliminating crowds and long waits for a tee time even on weekends. If you drive through other neighborhoods, you may have noticed that the homes are too close to each other. This is due to small lots, but here, all of the homesites are larger. As a result, it “feels” like you are driving through an entire neighborhood of stately homes.

Sometimes buyers describe the homebuying experience as a process of looking, and looking at houses until they walk into one that they love from the moment they open the front door. This residence has all of the potential to create that effect because the drama starts the instant you step inside, and it never lets up. Even though the house is large it has a free-flowing design. Instead, spaces are divided changes in ceiling heights.

It has a litany of jaw-dropping features. The 2,665 sq. ft. design includes the concept of a “first floor master suite”. The patina and surfaces of the materials give the home the personality of an elegant lodge.You may want to update some colors, but the basics of the home and the design are still impressive.The show stopper is the ingenious architecture of the screened porch camouflaged into the back section of the house. Host a Napa Valley-style party in the open kitchen to entertain. All living areas are open (with lush outdoor views), fireplace and family room with vaulted ceilings, and here is the aha moment! The backyard is very private and casual for those summer evenings of relaxation.

Dear reader, hold that image in mind for just a second.

Now, pretend you are living here, and you have just gone through one of those bone-crushing, stress-packed weeks at the office. When you arrive home late Friday, and you haul your pitiful little self out of the car, here is your prescription for recharging. Start by putting on some comfortable clothes. Put on a relaxing music CD. Take a bottle of wine, two glasses and sit outside with your sweetie to take in the wonders of a star-filled sky. On Saturday morning, head to the grocery store and pick up nothing but comfort food–steaks for the grille, chips and hot sauce along with goodies from the bakery like cinnamon rolls. Invite friends over for the afternoon. When they arrive, you have festive music playing. The kitchen is laid out with fun snacks and fresh flowers. The screened porch is open. Pleasant breezes are wafting back and forth through the house. The aroma of popcorn is in the air. The terrace furniture has been arranged , and you all sit outside later in the afternoon, you set up and grill steaks, and you dine al fresco as the sun sets. But there is more. On Sunday, you can head down the street to the meditative setting called “Forgotten Pond” which consists of hiking trails, a well-stocked private lake, and a covered pier. You can practice flyfishing, curl up with a book, or spend the afternoon fishing with your kids. Ahh, just thinking about it causes your breathing to ease.

How To See: To see, you should call your agent. The seller is represented by Jeff Dicks of Keller Williams Realty and the Capital City Real Estate Group at 919-793-4730. If you do not have an agent you may also call Jeff for further information.

Times are a changing. So says the 2010 Del Webb Baby Boomer Survey. Researchers found the Carolina’s are “the new Florida” among the young and older boomers. While South Carolina favored most North Carolina was a close second. Boomers are leaning away from Golf Communities and are screaming “feed my mind” Closeness to cultural activities, walking trails, public transportation, medical facilities and churches among the list.

Wake Forest recently was honored as being one of the Top 10 fastest growing communities in the United States. Only a short 20 minute commute to Raleigh, Wake Forest fills the gap for those looking for city living in a rural setting.

Heritage Wake Forest builders have recently begun construction on 22 new inventory homes. The homes range from 235k to 475k. Buyers can choose from the current 40 inventory homes or work with one of Heritage’s custom builders to design their dream home. Heritage is the two-time recipient of Master Planned Community of the Year, and the Heritage Golf & Country Club was a recipient of 4-1/2 Stars by Golf Digest.

Heritage is an award winning development in Wake Forest, NC. This Master planned community it boasts the Heritage Golf & Country Club a Golf Digest 4 Star Bob Moore design. Homes from the 150’s to over
1 Million. Top notch school assignments, swimming, tennis, dining and shopping. For a personalized tour or further information. Please visit my website or contact me at (919)793-4730 or e-mail jeff@jeffdicks.com

The Triangle area of North Carolina offers many alternatives for those who want to live in a golf community. The allure of such neighborhoods being for those who are pondering retirement, upscale living or a fully amenitized neighborhood. Surprisingly, more and more families, couples and individuals seek the high quality of life, but may not necessarily be golfers.

Interestingly, just having access to these amenities is the atttraction. Although, in the past 18 months some newer communities have clearly suffered due to economic conditions. Some simply teetering on the brink of extinction, major capital infusion requirements and in some cases a redevelopment plan.

Either a glass half full or empty analogy required or simply put an opportunity. Whichever way you look at it we do have some wonderful communities in the Triangle area.

Briar Creek Country Club
Is a single builder Master Planned Community by Toll Brothers
Features an Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course
Luxury Single Family Homes, Low Maintenance Ranch Homes as well as Condominiums for Single and Multi Level Living

Heritage at Wake Forest

A Master Planned Community featuring several Custom Builders a Bob Moore Signature 18 Hole Golf Course
Luxury Single Family Homes, Low Maintenance homes,townhomes and much more.

The Parade of Homes in early October will feature fabulous custom homes and these communities will certainly continue to thrive from the vision of both the builders and developers.

At long last the long awaited Rex Healthcare Wakefield Campus has opened in North Raleigh, near Capital Blvd at the intersection of South Main and Wakefield Drive.  

The new facility provides cancer treatment, outpatient surgery, urgent care, wellness services , a sleep lab and doctor’s offices. 

The overall trend of large hospitals opening satellite operations should boost the already popular residential developments of Heritage Wake Forest, Wakefield and the more northern Wake, Franklin and Granville counties.

Heritage Wake Forest sits on over 2000 + acres. There is an incredible mix of homes and businesses, everyday conveniences are minutes away. Heritage has a convenient blend of both commercial and residences with schools, churches, a business and professional park and senior living apartments. For the family The Factory has a YMCA, ice skating, baseball go carts, grocery store………..phew. Simply said the neighborhood is fully amenetized.

The award winning semi private golf course was awarded 4.5 Stars by Golf Digest Magazine and voted Best new course in North Carolina in 2002. The neighborhood also features two swimming pools for members. In addition the stocked Fishing Pond is slated to open in June 2009.  With the ever expand walking/running/biking trails it’s not hard to see why so many call Heritage home.

The neighborhood has townhomes from the 150’s to  over 1million for a single family custom home. Although the national market has experienced declines in home prices. Heritage actually experienced increases of 5% from 2007-2008.

Please Visit my website www.JeffDicks.com if you would like further information on this wonderful community or you can contact me at 919-789-5002.

P.s My family loves the neighborhood so much ……..we live here

Jeff