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Downtown & Historic Wake Forest

Downtown & Historic Wake Forest

Luxury around Downtown Wake Forest is expressed differently than in the area’s golf and estate communities.

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Welcome to Downtown & Historic Wake Forest

Architecture, Character & Walkable Lifestyle

Luxury around Downtown Wake Forest is expressed differently than in the area’s golf and estate communities.

Here, value may be driven by scarcity, architecture, restoration quality, craftsmanship, land, walkability, and proximity to the historic commercial center.

Wake Forest includes both locally regulated and National Register historic areas, along with established residential streets and selective infill development.

Renovated older homes and architecturally distinctive properties can appeal to buyers who prioritize character and location over conventional subdivision amenities.

What Distinguishes Downtown and Historic Wake Forest

Architecture • Historic character • Walkability • Scarcity • Restaurants and local businesses • Established streetscapes

Downtown provides access to independent restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, community events, the Farmers Market, and cultural programming.

Exterior alterations to properties located within a locally regulated historic district may be subject to historic preservation requirements.

Town / historic-district webpages: wakeforestnc.gov | Historic Districts


Overview for Downtown & Historic Wake Forest, NC

81,902 people live in Downtown & Historic Wake Forest, where the median age is 40.8 and the average individual income is $55,532. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,902

Total Population

40.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,532

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown & Historic Wake Forest, NC

Downtown & Historic Wake Forest has 29,199 households, with an average household size of 2.77. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown & Historic Wake Forest do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 81,902 people call Downtown & Historic Wake Forest home. The population density is 779 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,902

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.8 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
29,199

Total Households

2.77

Average Household Size

$55,532

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown & Historic Wake Forest, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown & Historic Wake Forest. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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