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Crafting beautiful custom homes in and around Wake Forest for nearly 40 years.
We've been building in North Carolina for over 30 Years. We've become one of the top builders in Wake Forest, North Carolina because we work with each client to make sure that we check all the boxes and provide a quality custom home every time.
Wake Forest’s location makes commuting and exploring the Triangle easy. It’s a short drive from Raleigh, Durham, and Research Triangle Park, placing major employers, universities, and cultural destinations within reach. Nearby roadways like US 1, NC 98, and I-540 connect residents seamlessly to the entire region, while Raleigh-Durham International Airport is less than 30 minutes away.
Our interior designers will help you make your design decisions from our cultivated selection of fixtures, finishes, and textures. Your custom home will be beautiful on the inside and out, standing the test of time while providing your family a place to call home for generations. For customized quality, you can’t beat McNeill Burbank.
At McNeill Burbank, we ensure a building experience unlike any other. From designing and building, customizing a home plan, or selecting from a number of our ready-to-move-in homes, you can expect a seamless experience focused on your satisfaction.
Wake Forest continues to see steady population growth, with over 55,000 residents as of 2026, representing a diverse mix of young professionals, families, and retirees. The town’s population has more than doubled over the past two decades, reflecting its strong economy, excellent schools, and high quality of life. The median household income is well above the state average, and new economic development continues to bring jobs in technology, healthcare, and education.
The surge in demand for housing has led to a growing number of new homes being built across Wake Forest, from master-planned communities with on-site amenities to custom homes surrounded by scenic natural settings. Builders are introducing modern designs with energy-efficient features, open layouts, and smart home technology. Now is the perfect time to make your move to Wake Forest, where southern charm meets modern convenience. Every new home for sale in Wake Forest offers a fresh start in one of North Carolina’s most vibrant towns.
The Wake County Public School System serves Wake Forest, and is one of the largest public school districts in North Carolina. Private and charter school options are also available in the area. Additionally, the region is in proximity to several higher education institutions in the Research Triangle, such as North Carolina State University.
Wake Forest feels like a tight-knit village while offering “big-city” amenities. The Historic Downtown is the heartbeat of the town, centered around White Street. It features local coffee shops, independent boutiques, and “Friday Night on White,” where the community gathers for live music and food trucks. You get the warmth of a town where neighbors know each other, but you’re only 25 minutes from downtown Raleigh for world-class dining, museums, and professional sports.
While much of the Triangle’s traffic flows into Raleigh or Durham, Wake Forest residents often benefit from moving against the heaviest congestion or using optimized bypasses. You don’t always have to leave town for high-level opportunities. The US-1/Capital Blvd corridor and the Heritage Business Park areas are seeing a surge in professional services and tech-adjacent firms.
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We can help you find the home of your dreams, or design one to fit your family’s needs.
