Lightning Bug Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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OFF MARKET

Lightning Bug Ln
Wake Forest, NC 27587

    (on 29.26 acres)

    Home Value

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    Comparable sales

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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    8329 Mangum Dairy Rd, Wake Forest, NC
    0.86
    Lot/Land
    $125,000
    07/29/26
    -
    -
    1000 High Trail Ct, Wake Forest, NC
    1.35
    Lot/Land
    $355,000
    08/22/25
    -
    -
    1000 High Trail Ct #26, Wake Forest, NC
    1.35
    Lot/Land
    $355,000
    08/22/25
    -
    -
    12904 Powell Road, Wake Forest, NC
    1.55
    Lot/Land
    $79,500
    06/18/26
    -
    -
    12740 Garffe Sherron Rd, Wake Forest, NC
    1.63
    Lot/Land
    $10,000
    08/06/26
    1
    -
    7508 Rusty Spur Ln #2B, Raleigh, NC
    2.13
    Lot/Land
    $325,000
    04/30/26
    -
    -
    Old Weaver Trl, Wake Forest, NC
    2.94
    Lot/Land
    $2,500,000
    12/03/25
    -
    -
    1000 Hidden Hills Dr, Wake Forest, NC
    2.61
    Lot/Land
    $195,000
    10/02/25
    3
    -
    14729 New Light Rd, Wake Forest, NC
    2.68
    Lot/Land
    $813,000
    04/30/26
    -
    -
    Bruce Garner Rd, Creedmoor, NC
    3.01
    Lot/Land
    $200,000
    08/29/25
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

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    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    1200 Whisper Woods Way, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.14
    $776,900
    4
    3
    3,551
    Off Market
    937 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.14
    $1,495,000
    4
    4
    4,037
    For Sale
    1201 Whisper Woods Way #B, Nashville, NC 27856
    0.15
    $858,500
    4
    2.5
    3,181
    Off Market
    917 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.16
    $1,370,300
    4
    4
    3,600
    Off Market
    1204 Whisper Woods Way, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.16
    $736,500
    4
    3.5
    3,253
    Off Market
    1216 Whisper Woods Way Braxton Plan #12-BPP, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.16
    $950,700
    4
    3.5
    2,935
    Off Market
    913 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.18
    $1,535,000
    4
    4.5
    4,061
    For Sale
    949 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.17
    $1,580,400
    4
    4
    4,040
    Off Market
    909 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.19
    $1,539,000
    4
    5.5
    4,490
    Off Market
    1001 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.19
    $1,369,800
    4
    4
    3,670
    Off Market
    1025 Harrison Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.19
    $1,373,500
    4
    4.5
    3,976
    Off Market
    1216 Whisper Woods Way Plan Hs #B-11, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    0.20
    $920,700
    4
    3
    3,147
    Off Market

    Local Information

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    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    Home Highlights

    Property Type
    Lot/Land
    Lot Size
    29.26 acres

    About this House

    Private 29+/- Acres Off Purnell Road and Lightning Bug Lane. This Property Offers the Ultimate in Wooded Privacy with Easy Access to North Raleigh and Wake Forest. Very Wooded and Natural Setting with Trees, Creeks and Rural Feel. Large Mature Oaks and Other Hardwoods Abound in this Tranquil setting! Build your Dream Home Here!
    Lightning Bug Ln, Wake Forest, NC 27587 is a lot/land. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,632/month.

    Home Details for Lightning Bug Ln

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: Lot Land

    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Exterior: Other

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 29.26 acres

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Dec 29, 2020
    Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed
    		ListingRemoved
    Jun 26, 2020
    Source: Agent Provided
    		Listed For Sale
    $825,000

    Market trends in Wake Forest

    Last updated July 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $548K
    $3.58K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    99.1%
    0.4%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $217
    $4    MoM
    Available listings
    510
    13    MoM

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Wake Forest

    At least 410 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 94 % Say car is needed

    • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 87 % Say parking is easy

    • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 76 % Say kids play outside

    • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 73 % Say it's quiet

    • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 58 % Say there's wildlife

    • 49 % Say there are community events

    • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Trulia User
      "There is a dog park and trails, also waste bag stations "
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    • Elizabeth Miller
      "Dog friendly neighborhood with periodic dog cleaning stations"
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    • Terri Coleman
      "I have lived in Wake Forest since 2004. Wake Forest has not done the best with infrastructure, but we have liked the neighborhoods we have lived in. "
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    • Elizabeth Miller
      "Lovely town with quaint feel but near larger cities of Raleigh and Durham with loads of shops and medical resources."
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    • Lou 3000
      "Everyone normally cleans after their pups and keeps them leashed. Neighborhood is normally clean and neighbors normally tend to their lawn."
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    • Taliaxo194
      "So far so good. 4 months in. Everyone is super “neighborly” Would recommend to families. "
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    • Itriplie94
      "I drive 18min to get to work grocery stores are nearby and fast food is nearby as well I drive 10min to closest car charger"
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    • Dakotac
      "Feels like a hallmark town. Stuff around but not overcrowded feeling!! Lots of greenery & a cute downtown"
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    • Lou 3000
      "The neighborhood has a lot of side walks. There are also many hills in this neighborhood. Walking trails are near so this is perfect for dog walking. "
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    • Lou 3000
      "Many walking trails, libraries and other extracurricular activities available for kids. Not many sidewalk accessibility other than main neighborhood."
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    • Danielle Livingston
      "I am not familiar with community events that make our neighborhood feel special. There is Friday Night on White; it is not special. "
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    • Madison Smith
      "Lots of families and group events. Everyone is friendly and I feel safe in this area. Would recommend "
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    • Monica.ortega70
      "Nice quiet neighborhood with well kept homes with huge property lots. Family oriented neighborhood "
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    • Madison Smith
      "Very friendly neighbors, great community that respects each other. Not sure about schooling because my little is 1 but I’ve heard good things."
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    • Monica.ortega70
      "Big yards for dogs to play in. Friendly neighborhood for walking your dog. Many parks and trails to take your dog on hikes. "
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    • Brittany Brathwaite
      "Really nice area for family and enjoyable living. Plenty of fun things to do. You will need transportation. Some residents like to complain because the sky is blue - but other than that, great place to live outside of Raleigh. "
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    • Michael Roberti
      "The commute to Morrisville and back is brutal. Lots of traffic on US 1 and 540. Accidents every day. People drive like maniacs weaving in and out of traffic. It is the only drawback to living here."
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    • Vhfdbgt7kd
      "We have a neighborhood pool with snack bar and bar which families can join. Kids can then participate in swim team. "
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    • Brittany Brathwaite
      "All of the people here are very friendly except for the few that seem to forget what it’s like to be a kid (or teenager) and enjoy being alive!"
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    • Sally Dixon
      "Location location location! Lots of community events, town events lots to do and see. Beautiful greenway and lots of amenities! "
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    • Brittany Brathwaite
      "There are great families, schools parks and resources for everyone. But not many outlets for teens. "
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    • Ljaddison
      "The community is walkable and has ample walking and bike trails, a large community pool, and all grounds are well maintained. "
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    • Brittany Brathwaite
      "People walk their dogs and for the most part, they’re responsible for the pet’s waste. Unfortunately, people are less tolerable of middle school age children and high schoolers simply being kids. "
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    • PegH
      "A real sense of community. We all look out for each other; never is it as obvious as when the last bad storm came through. Everyone was out the next morning helping to clean up tree limbs and leaves from the entire cut-de-sac, not just their own yard, sharing tools, equipment and man power. "
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    • Peggymhaas
      "We’ve lived here for 14+ years and love it. This little town has so much to offer; great restaurants, theater, parks, greenways and wonderful people! "
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    • Andrew W.
      "Pools are awesome. Neighbors are awesome. Convenient to everything you need. Great community! "
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    • Lwbenn
      "A bit of traffic around 4:00 to 6:00pm. My neighborhood is gated and has a very nice, exclusive Country Club. My neighborhood has it’s very own private security service and they constantly patrol the neighborhood."
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    • Camcolwill
      "This is a good neighborhood to raise children. The only concern I would have as a parent of a teenager would be them learning to drive in heavy traffic"
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    • Patsy
      "Schools are great. Very family oriented there is something for everyone in Wake Forest. Lots of nature & not far from Raleigh."
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    • Naresh G.
      "Quiet, not crowded No traffic Nice neighbors Family friendly community Plenty of supermarkets Awesome trails for hiking "
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    • Camcolwill
      "Community events in the park and on the Main Street are popular events for the community. The farmers market and the dog park are also popular"
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    • Kingangel73
      "Wake Forest is warm and welcoming. It is family oriented and pet friendly. The school are great and there's tons of things to do. "
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    • Patsy
      "Challenging at peak times of the day, considering I am commuting to and from Raleigh for work. Capital Blvd & Louisburg can be a nightmare."
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    • Peggymhaas
      "I am retired but when I was working I worked in Cary, NC which generally required a 45 minute to 1 hour commute."
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    • Peggymhaas
      "N/A. Retired but when I did work it was a 45 minute drive to Cary, NC. If I took Capital Blvd. the drive time could be an hour or more. "
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    • Peggymhaas
      "I am retired. When I worked my commute was 40+ minutes. However, it was quite scenic, crossing the lake and past several horse farms. "
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    • WF Resident
      "There are quite a few dog owners in my neighborhood. Most are responsible owners, but there are those that walk their dogs at night and allow them to relieve themselves in their neighbors yards. This is the part I dislike. I sit on my porch at night and you wouldn’t believe the things I see dog owners allow their dogs to do."
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    • Peggym
      "Meet in the Street, Friday Night on White, MardiGras, the lighting of the Christmas Tree all make Wake Forest special. "
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    • Julie B. .
      "Dog owners walk their dogs and there are trails in the common area for dogs to run. The lots sizes are big enough to have privacy from other neighbors. Fences are allowed. "
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    • Kerryjuliekane
      "Ladies night out. Walking with friends. Bells lake access for fun trails. Fall pizza gathering in culdesac. "
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    Frequently asked questions about Lightning Bug Ln

    • Is Wake Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
      Wake Forest is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
    • What's the median sale price in Wake Forest?
      The median sale price in Wake Forest is $548K. That is up $3.58K from the prior month.
    • What do residents say about Wake Forest?
      Residents describe Wake Forest, NC as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Wake Forest, NC.
    • What are the closest schools to Lightning Bug Ln?
      The closest schools to Lightning Bug Ln in Wake Forest, NC are North Forest Pines Elementary (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Wakefield High (rated 8/10), Wakefield Middle (rated 8/10).

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