Front Porch Realty - Run the Quay is in its 15th year!

Run the Quay is in its 15th year!

Are you ready to Run the Quay? Yes, it’s true this Chamber of Commerce sponsored Annual event has been going on every year for the last 15 years, it’s a tradition! How about the brand new Downtown Cooldown, happening at the same time in downtown Varina? Well, here’s all the info you need to get ready! The Chamber is anticipating over 1,000 runners this year! Check out the race routes, and come out to cheer on your favorite brave runners! Then, head on over to Varina to Celebrate. There will be something for everyone at this FREE family friendly event including food trucks galore, Live music, kids activities like a bounce house, Fhairy Sparkles Hair, yard games, and even the Stormy Mascot from the Carolina Hurricanes! We hope to see you all there! Run the Quay – Saturday, June 1st, from 9am – 2pm. Downtown Cooldown – downtown Varina at the old Stephen’s Hardware 9am -2pm Register here for the 5K, 10K, or the Kids Fun Run – REGISTER Pick up your race packets here – Thursday, May 30th, 4:00 – 6:00 pm @ Omega Sports Cary Crossroads Friday, May 31st, 4:00 – 7:00 pm @ GNC of Fuquay-Varina Saturday, June 1st – Starts at 6:00 am at race site Parking & Course Maps PARKING MAP STREET CLOSURE MAP 10K COURSE 5K COURSE MAP Register here to VOLUNTEER FOOD TRUCKS AND BOOTHS Aloha Shave Ice Brooklyn Boys Pizza Corner Boys BBQ Dusty Donuts Las Gringas Pints Ice Cream Qspresso Cuban & Latino Fusion TJ’s Kitchen Tropical Delights Aviator Brewing Company, Inc. Fainting Goat Brewing Co. Vicious Fishes Brewery

NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT – WEST OAKS, Fuquay-Varina, NC

Sitting just on the edge of the town of Fuquay-Varina, WEST OAKS offers beautiful large, rolling, wooded lots. There are a variety of Custom home styles in West Oaks, mostly built in the 1980’s to the early 2000’s. Most of these lovely homes are 2000 square feet – 3000+ sqft and have 3 or 4 bedrooms situated on lots ranging from 3/4 of an acre to 1.5 acres. Prior to coming on the housing market, the homes are usually tastefully updated with todays features like quartz, granite, and subway tile. There is a neighborhood pool in the subdivision for your enjoyment and this subdivision is not in the city limits so taxes are “county only”, adding to the neighborhood’s appeal. Located on the “North” side of Fuquay-Varina, West Oaks is a short commute to Raleigh, Cary or RTP. CLICK HERE for what is currently ACTIVE on the market in WEST OAKS and be sure and let us know if you would like to view any of these homes as well as any other homes available in neighborhoods just like this one. Front Porch Realty just listed 5117 Wolcott Circle in West Oaks, pictured here, and we put it Under Contract in 48 hours! This is a highly desirable neighborhood so if you are thinking of selling, give us a call or let us know HERE!

8.5 acre Horse Farm with Pond

Welcome Home to 1017 Hazelton Lane, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. This 4 Bedroom treasure is located just a few minutes from the quaint town of Fuquay-Varina and is a rare find at this price point. At the end of this quiet one-street subdivision sits this Transitional 2-story home. There are hardwoods throughout the first floor except in the Formal Living Room / Study. The large rooms make family and entertaining a breeze. The Kitchen has a breakfast bar, built-in desk, a gas range and two pantries. It has a large breakfast area that is open to the family room with french doors leading out to the screened porch and huge Trex decking partially surrounding the sunken pool. The Formal Dining Room is also nice-sized and even has an extra “hidden” office. The second floor of this home boasts a large Master Bedroom with his/her walk-in closets as well as a linen closet. The Master Bath has a dual vanity and a whirlpool tub with stunning views of the back yard. The Master Bath also has a separate shower. There are 3 additional nice-sized Bedrooms on the second floor, all with good closet space. There is an attic accessible from pull down stairs in the hallway. The large Bonus Room is accessible from the first floor laundry room, it has dormer storage in it and beautiful window views. Your own private pond is stocked with bass and brim. There is a 4-stall Barn on site as well as a large Tack Building. The owner had cleared another pasture across the creek about 8 years ago but it was mostly used for ATV’s and exploring. This home has been well-cared for by it’s one owner and now boasts brand new carpet, a new roof on the home and the barn, 2 newer HVAC units and a new pool pump. Offered at $525,000. Let us know if you would like your own private tour and if you have any questions for the owner!

Senior Services Expo 2019

The Senior Services Council and the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce has organized and hosted the annual Senior Services Expo 2019 in Fuquay-Varina. This year’s event will be held at Fire Station #1 (301 S Fuquay Ave.) in the heart of the downtown Fuquay retail district Monday, May 6th from 10 am – 2 pm. Seniors and care-givers will have access to over 40 providers at the resource fair. They’ll offer insight, expertise and solutions for aging adults and their loved ones. A shredding truck will also be on site to provide shredding services at no cost. So come out on Monday, bring your paper to be shredded and grab some friends! Stop by the Front Porch Realty booth and say hi! We’ll have experienced agents there all day to discuss selling your home.