One of the reasons that my family chose to live in Fuquay Varina is it's small town atmosphere.  Well, coming up on August 1st is another example of one of those wonderful things that Fuquay Varina does.   On Friday August 1st from 5-9 pm there will be the "Classic Car cruise-In!"  This will be the second time that they have held this event and it is really enjoyable to go to.  There will be music from the 50's era, classic cars and some great food too!  The Car Cruise-in will be held on the Fuquay side of town in the parking lot directly across from Cooley's.  For those of you who are not familiar with the downtown area just set your GPS to the intersection of Main St. and Vance St.!  I hope to see you there! Ifyou would like more infrmation about this event go to: www.fuquay-varinad... 07/24/2008

As an agent in Fuquay Varina I am often asked about local buildings that are being built.  I am also expected to be up to date with all stores that are opening in town. Well, I have good news... Kohls; our up and coming department store is scheduled to be opened in October!  I can't wait to have another place to buy shoes!!  Not to mention all of the other wonderful items that Kohls sells. For those of you who haven't been through downtown lately the Starbucks and Verizon store have opened for business as well.  Although I haven't had the opportunity to go to Verizon yet, I have already been to Starbucks to try it out!  The staff there was wonderful and very patient with me.  As I am not an educated coffee drinker, I just know I like it frozen  :) Regarding other construction in Fuquay ... 07/16/2008

  Prized by its residents for its "small town" feel, Fuquay-Varina remains true to its historical roots. Two communities grew together around the development of the local transportation network and tobacco farming, a combination that established them as trading centers for southern Wake and neighboring Counties. Since their separate foundings and eventual union in 1963, Fuquay-Varina has continued to grow and develop within the context of its rural settings and in response to the inevitable changes brought by time. This document aims to present a logical and sustainable transportation plan for Fuquay-Varina, its citizens, and its business community. Some long-time inhabitants, observing the town's recent growth in development and traffic, cannot help but ponder, "When did Fuquay-Varina... 07/07/2008

For any one living in, moving to, or passing through Fuquay Varina, NC.  I wanted to let you know of a few really great places to eat.  These are places you may not see unless you know about them. 1)  Campbell's Diner - This is a great breakfast and lunch place.  100% Country Cooking.  It is located in a small little yellow trailer on Main street; hwy 401.  They have weekly and daily specials.  Wonderful Macaroni and Cheese...when they have it. 2) Joyce's Family Restaurant - in Downtown Fuquay - Another 100% country Cooking restaurant.  This is more a Buffet style with Fried Chicken, Country style steak, rice, mashed potatoes, etc.  GREAT Food. 3) Melvin's - Just a good Ole' Buger joint in Downtown Fuquay.  4) Daniel's Italian - This is one of the triangles best italian restaurants.  It... 07/06/2008

Fuquay Varina, NC had a wonderful fireworks and community celebration on July 3rd.  It was a great time.  We met family and friends at South Park to have a picnic and let the kids play.  There is always a Band playing, comedians, bouncey houses, rides, and slides   for the kids.  There is always vendors with great food, snow cones, cotten candy, and more.                    The Fireworks were of course wonderful and the kids loved them.  Hope you enjoy the pictures. Next July 3rd, Come and Join us a for a great time.  07/06/2008

Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder Here are some neighborhoods with available lots in Fuquay-Varina, just south of Raleigh, NC   Fuquay-Varina is one of many towns surrounding Raleigh, and has become popular for several reasons, including lower land costs.   Fuquay-Varina is only 17 miles from downtown Raleigh, straight up Hwy 401, and only 28 miles from RDU.  There's plenty of newer grocery and drug stores, a Super Walmart, Home Depot, and more, plus Fuquay-Varina is only about 15 minutes from Apex NC or 20 minutes from Cary NC which both offer an abundance of shopping and restaraunts.  Here's information on just some of the communities with available lots in Fuquay-Varina, where you can build a custom home in the Raleigh area. You can also request a free estim... 04/07/2008

  Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder Lakestone Village in Fuquay-Varina, NC   We’ve discovered another great Raleigh new home community you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Fuquay-Varina? Check out this available lot in Lakestone Village, courtesy of Re/Max United and Sunshine Real Estate. Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout central North Carolina.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date.          Lakestone Village in Fuquay-Varina, NC is just one example of the kinds of communities that you can bring your own builder to in the Raleigh area.    As of publish date, there are multiple available lots in... 04/05/2008

Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder South Pointe in Fuquay-Varina, NC Another great Raleigh area community has come to our attention!  Looking to build a custom home in Fuquay-Varina? Check out the South Pointe community. Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout the Triangle area.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date.    South Pointe is a small, quiet neighborhood in Fuquay-Varina , just south of Raleigh NC. There are currently no lots for sale in South Pointe. View up-to-date information on available lots in South Pointe here.     View more Fuquay-Varina new home communities.                     South Pointe is a sma... 04/01/2008

Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder Vintage Acres in Fuquay-Varina  We've discovered another great Raleigh new home community you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Fuquay-Varina, NC? Check out these available lots in Vintage Acres, courtesy of Re/Max United. Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout central North Carolina.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date   Vintage Acres in Fuquay-Varina is a small neighborhood, easily accessible from Hwy 42 or from Avent Ferry Road. There are 32 lots in Vintage Acres, and a community pond. Several custom builders are building in the neighborhood. Request a  free esti... 03/29/2008

Sherman Pines offers New Homes in Fuquay-Varina NC Acreage and Waterfront Lots - New Custom Homes in Sherman Pines  We've discovered another great Raleigh area lot you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Fuquay-Varina? Check out these available lots in Sherman Pines, courtesy of C-21 Becky Medlin Realty, Front Porch Realty, and Coldwell Banker Advantage. Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout central North Carolina.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date.      Sherman Pines is a custom homes community offering new home lots in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Sherman Pines new home lots for sale generally start at $25K. View all available Sher... 03/28/2008

If you haven't heard already, Fuquay Varina, NC..... pronounced few quay is projected to TRIPLE in size in the next few years.  It is getting a lot of help from a new subdivision named South Lakes.  Fuquay is a sleepy town just south of downtown Raleigh, in fact, one road....401 South will get you from Downtown Raleigh to Fuquay Varina within 20 minutes depending on traffic.  I should know...I live in between Fuquay and Raleigh and consider myself "very informed" on the southern part of Wake County.  The developer of South Lakes....Impact Properties has improvised and proceeded to make this subdivision the first master planned community the town has seen and will be THE subdivision to buy a new home.  Preservation Homes and Biltmore Homes are just two of the builders so far showing off ... 12/18/2007

City:  Fuquay Varina Location:  From Raleigh, Hwy 401S to FV, left on Purfoy Rd, stoplight at Bojangles, right on Holland Rd, s/d on right. Neighborhood Facts: Price range is from the $260s 2100 - 3100 sq. feet Lots 1-58 are our larger lots for the "Arbor Collection" and range from .23 to one lot on a culdesac which is .56---the average is About quarter acre.  Lots 59 and up are our smaller lots for the "Garden Collection" ranging from .16 to .20 Ranch plans, first floor master plans, and first floor guest bedrooms Located in the fast growing Fuquay Varina area Gorgeous country setting but minutes from downtown  All homes in Avalon Springs are custom built   BUILDER: Homes by Dickerson Collections include "Garden" and "Arbor" 4 Different Ranch Plans   Avalon Springs is brought to you by... 11/13/2007

Just a few years ago you may have taken a Sunday drive on 401 South leading away from downtown Raleigh and not seen too much but farmland, some cattle and a guy on a tractor going about 10 miles per hour holding up traffic.....one or two cars.  This area of Southern Wake County would kind of remind you of Hazzard County we all used to watch every Friday night back in the day just before the Love Boat and Fantasy Island...yeah, you remember.  But now, when you take that ride down 401 there are many neighborhoods on either side of the road leading to a booming intersection called 401 and Ten Ten.  About ten minutes up the road is Fuquay Varina (few-quay).  Fuquay is a small town with a lot of history and along with Holly Springs just West of it, are grabbing a lot of new residents that 10... 05/09/2007

I thought the name was very funny when I first started showing houses in this area.  This beautiful community is located just south of Cary and just east of Holly Springs.  Once you read the history of the town, the name makes sense.The hyphenated name, Fuquay-Varina, reflects the dual heritage of two communities and the story of a couple's romance that led to their marriage and the communities coming together.Fuquay SpringsHistorians explain it all began back in 1663 during the reign of King Charles II of England when a charter was granted to the territory now known as the Carolinas to eight Lord's Proprietors. This vicinity of North Carolina was first known as "Piney Woods" and its first inhabitants were said to be Sippihaw Native-Americans.It is believed the first European to settle ... 04/26/2007

I am in the process of working with a couple on the purchase of a home in Crooked Creek in Fuquay Varina.  My clients wrote an initial offer on a home in September but lost the house because they had to sell their home in Phoenix.  My clients closed on their home November 17th so they are now ready to move to North Carolina.    When I showed my clients homes back in September we went into a house that seemed incredibly spooky.  We walked through the house and there were holes in the walls, stains on the carpet (blood perhaps?), and video cameras up in the bonus room.  This is where my story begins. A murder perhaps? An argument gone wrong?  A child molester upstairs with hidden cameras?  As you are aware, we as Real Estate agents do not have to disclose information about people dying i... 03/04/2007

Ok, so it wasn't actually a MURDER House.  We thought it was, but after doing a substantial amount of homework I realized that it was just a great investment opportunity.  Please see my previous post on "The Murder House" in November for more details on what the home previously looked like at the end of December. In 45 days my clients completely rennovated the entire home.  The facelift the home received was substantial: New carpet throughout Revamping of the water heater Fixtures stained to eliminate the brass look Partially finished    basement Electrical and heating reworked in the basement Repainting throughout the home Exterior power wash of entire home Restaining of all decks Sheetrock work done to damaged areas of the home Interior lighting to brighten kitchen  Per the Wake Count... 03/04/2007

I am in the process of working with a couple on the purchase of a home in Crooked Creek in Fuquay Varina.  My clients wrote an initial offer on a home in September but lost the house because they had to sell their home in Phoenix.  My clients closed on their home November 17th so they are now ready to move to North Carolina.  When I showed my clients homes back in September we went into a house that seemed incredibly spooky.  We walked through the house and there were holes in the walls, stains on the carpet (blood perhaps?), and video ameras up in the bonus room.  This is where my story begins. A murder perhaps? An argument gone wrong?  A child molester upstairs with hidden cameras?  As you are aware, we as Real Estate agents do not have to disclose information about people dying in th... 11/21/2006