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About this home
When was the last time you knew of a large lot in Wake Forest? Located just outside of Wake Forest, this rare 2.75-acre property on Martin Creek Drive offers an outstanding opportunity for buyers looking for space, privacy, and future potential. This property provides the chance to create a custom home, private retreat, or long-term investment in one of the most desirable areas north of Raleigh. This property shares many of the same attractive qualities found in nearby neighborhoods such as Wakefield, Heritage, and Northridge, where larger homesites, established and strong property values continue to draw attention from buyers and investors. In today's market, it is common to see older homes in these areas purchased, removed, and replaced with newer custom-built homes that significantly increase the property's value. This parcel is a similar opportunity for someone with vision and creativity. The former home on the property has already been removed, creating a ''blank'' canvas for your future home. There is an existing well on site and a septic system exists, although the condition is unknown and should be verified by the buyer during due diligence. According to the Town of Wake Forest, water and sewer service may be extended from Martin Creek Drive at the buyer's expense, providing additional possibilities for future improvements. Wake Forest continues to be one of the fastest-growing communities in the region because of its balance of small-town charm and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy nearby parks, shopping centers, restaurants, golf courses, schools, and easy access to Raleigh and the surrounding Triangle area. Known for outdoor activities, local events, and a welcoming atmosphere that appeals to families, professionals, and retirees alike. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly limited in Wake Forest. Whether you are looking to build a dream home, create a private estate, or invest in land within a highly desirable area, 0 Martin Creek Drive offers size, location, and long-term potential that are difficult to match in today's market.
Property details
- MLS
- Doorify MLS
- MLS #
- 10166646
- Property type
- Unimproved Land
- Subdivision
- Not in a Subdivision
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 161
- On market date
- May 13, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 2.75 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,122
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.0:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
- District
- Wake County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Wake Forest's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Wake Forest, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Doorify MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 18, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.




