Tag Archives: downtown Fuquay

Pelican’s SnoBalls

PELICAN’S SNOBALLS!

Just in time for the upcoming hot and sunny months in Fuquay-Varina, we now have our very own Pelican’s SnoBalls! With 100+ flavor options for your shaved ice treat, you can bet there’s a flavor for you! They also serve up fresh dipped ice cream to help you cool off! The are NOW OPEN so head on over to Pelican’s Snoballs and see what the excitement is all about!

Front Porch Rentals & Property Management

There’s a new Property Management Company in town; Front Porch Rentals!

Do you own a home that you would like to rent out, but don’t feel like dealing with the hassle? They would love to help! Looking for the perfect rental home for yourself? They can help with that too! Fuquay-Varina’s #1 Local Source for Property Management!

Don’t forget to follow along with Front Porch Rentals Facebook and Instagram to stay in the know! ✔️📲

SERVICES OFFERED FOR OUR OWNERS

  • Convenient tenant portal for submitting rental applications, paying rent, submitting maintenance requests, signing lease agreements, etc.
  • Thorough background and credit checks on all applicants in order to find the best tenant for your property.
  • Modern-day software streamlining all financial transactions, so money gets to owner and vendors quickly.
  • Property assessment to determine the rent value of your home.
  • Property inspection and recommendations to ensure your homes is rent-ready.
  • On-going inspection of your property while occupied to confirm that it is being cared for, to your standards.
  • Owner portal with ability to run financial reports.
  • Coordinate tenants’ access to community amenities.
  • Handling of late fee billing; eviction process when necessary.
  • Move in/out photography, video to market property for quick rental.
  • As part of annual lease renewal: re-analyzation of rental fees, property inspection, and renewal paperwork.
   

Contact Front Porch Rentals today to learn more –

(919) 439-4511

fprentalsnc@gmail.com

Shop Local, Shop Fuquay

Looking to do some local shopping? Fuquay-Varina has plenty of options in both Fuquay Historic and Varina Districts. Our town has it all…from the cutest clothing boutiques, antique treasures, gorgeous home furnishings, cosmetics, the list goes on and on! Enjoy a day out and about in Fuquay-Varina and use our shop local, shop Fuquay guide below to get some ideas!

FUQUAY HISTORIC DISTRICT

VARINA DISTRICT

OTHER SPOTS TO EXPLORE

After shopping all day you’ll sure to be hungry, check out our Fuquay Eats blog. Plenty of delicious choices right down the road (or even a few steps away) from where you ended your shopping journey!

Valentines Day: Fuquay-Varina Style

Valentines day is right around the corner and we have one important question…do you have your plans set yet? If not, follow our locals guide to a romantic evening around Fuquay-Varina with your significant other or your best friends!
  1. Forget flowers? Want something extra beautifully special? First stop, Head to Flowers on Broad Street to pick up a bouquet from Donna and her team! From fresh cut roses to gorgeous tulips, stunning lilies and huge hydrangeas, you’re sure to find the perfect bunch for your special someone!
  2. Just a short couple of steps away, your second stop awaits. Start off your romantic/fun evening out by grabbing a beer from Oaklyn Springs Brewery! With tons of beers on-tap to choose from and a friendly smile behind the counter it will be the perfect way to kick things off!
  3. Now let’s eat! Hop in the car and take the quick drive over to Garibaldi for an authentic Italian Cuisine experience (you might want to call and make a reservation before-hand)! They have multiple dishes that’ll set your taste buds afire while enjoying cozy, dim-lit dinner! The menu at Garibaldi’s is top-of-the-line, don’t miss out!
  4. Whose ready for some action? Head on over to Inner Beast Hatchet House for a unique experience throwing axes! Whether you are a first-timer or you have thrown axes before, grab a beer and enjoy yourself! (Be sure to wear closed toed shoes!)
  5. End your wonderful evening with a stroll around Mineral Spring Park. BUT FIRST, Coffee! Grab your favorite pick me up from The Mill before heading over on your walk! Mineral Spring Park offers benches and picnic tables if you would rather sit and enjoy the quiet OR feel free to walk the path beautifully lit with globes. Make sure to check out the mineral spring itself right below the gazebo, PLEASE DO NOT DRINK THE WATER! Want to learn the history behind Mineral Springs Park? Read our blog post to learn all about it!
None of the above your cup of tea? That’s okay, we have SO much to do in Fuquay-Varina:
  • It may be February and cold out, but Pints Ice Cream has more to offer than you would first believe! Beer & Ice Cream flights? YES PLEASE!
  • Vicious Fishes Tap & Kitchen is sure to hit the spot with their versatile menu! A go-to spot for locals and pass-byers, their beers are top-notch and their drink menu is superior!
  • Grab a delicious cup of Coffee from Cultivate Coffee Roasters! Cold or hot, your cup is guaranteed to be freshly brewed!
  • Looking for flowers AND more? Check out The Garden Hut! Filled with whimsical outdoor and indoor décor and beautiful plants and flowers to fill your indoor and outdoor spaces! You’re sure to enjoy walking around this little shop with so much for the eye to see!
  • Want authentic food but not craving Italian? How about some Mediterranean cuisine? Check out Nil’s Mediterranean Cuisine in Downton Varina! With a recently new owner taking over, you won’t be disappointed! Their food is exquisite and their customer service goes above and beyond!
We hope this list we’ve put together sparks a little journey for you and your partner or friends!
Our Valentines Day poem to you –
Roses are red, Violets are blue,
Looking for a Home? We’d Love to help YOU!

Looking to buy and/or sell your home? Contact your local Real Estate Experts at Front Porch Realty! We love our town and know you will too!

Fuquay Eats

While you are exploring the growing town of Fuquay-Varina, you’re going to want to stop and grab a bite to eat. We have put together a list of some of the best bites around town. To make things even easier, we have split the local spots into both districts! We hope you enjoy –

FUQUAY HISTORIC DISTRICT

VARINA DISTRICT

SPOTS TO EXPLORE RIGHT UP THE ROAD

Purfoy Place : 193 Lambert Ln, Fuquay Varina

THE PAXTON –

This one-of-a-kind home by local builder, Glover Design Build, in new neighborhood, Purfoy Place, is move-in ready! A perfect, spacious layout; the Master + two Bedrooms on the first floor, Bonus + fourth Bedroom and third full bath on the second floor. Custom upgrades throughout the residence that are elaborate and modern, from accent walls, quartz, tile, LVP and so much more. Enjoy a tiled shower and garden tub in the Master Bathroom and a huge walk-in closet with custom shelving! Not just a kitchen, a GOURMET kitchen with soft-closed drawers and Kitchen island. All beautiful lighting throughout home picked from local lighting store, Lights Unlimited. Enjoy your almost 1/2 acre lot on your Front Porch in the early mornings and in the evenings venture to the back where you can sit comfortably on your screened porch or grilling deck. All of this and more in Purfoy Place, just a few short minutes from Downtown Fuquay! County water and sewer and fiber internet!

4 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom

$595,000

2,830 sf

Purfoy Place : 176 Lambert Ln., Fuquay-Varina

The Oakridge –

a CUSTOM BEAUTY by local builder, Glover Design Build in quaint one-street new neighborhood minutes from downtown Fuquay-Varina. Enjoy numerous custom upgrades and features such as Quartz, LVP, accent walls and more in this smart plan. Beautiful lighting throughout home all from local light store, Lights Unlimited. There is even more to love including a Formal Dining Room, HUGE Kitchen island, and a Screened Porch + grilling Deck for enjoying almost 1/2 acre lot. Master on the first floor with with 2 walk-in closets, oversized shower and garden tub along with TWO additional Bedrooms and mud/laundry room on the first floor. The second floor includes a large Bonus Room, 4th Bedroom and 3rd FULL BATH on the second floor + Walk-in attic! Perfect Triangle location for commute to Raleigh, RTP, Fayetteville and the NC coast!

4 Bedroom / 3 Bath

$549,500

2,615 sf

Fuquay-Friday : Wing It On!

HAPPY FUQUAY-FRIDAY 🥳

It’s almost lunchtime and we are about to get your tummies rumbling! 😋
W – Wing It On!
Fuquay-Varina’s newest wing spot! Wing It On takes pride in curating the buffalo-inspired wing experience to all wing lovers! ❤️❤️
It doesn’t stop at just wings though, check out their full menu filled with yummy sandwiches, awesome sides, and DUMPLINGS! 🍗🥟
Current Special- For a limited time only, EVERY WEDNESDAY GET $1 DUMPLINGS!!

📍1061 E. Broad Street Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526 ☎️ 984.225.2141

Let us know if you’ve already ventured to Wing It On & what your favorite menu item / sauce was! 🍽️

Around Town in Fuquay-Varina

Fuquay Varina – A Dash More – and that is JUST what our community continues to prove with our continuing growth all around town. Whether you are a long-time resident, visiting for a few days, or relocating to our beautiful town, it is easy to get lost. Both Downtown districts continue to grow and with so many new and fun places to venture, you may get yourself turned around! Maybe you are looking for a new spot to eat dinner and do some shopping. Now, it’s easier than ever to find businesses and restaurants with the new kiosks that have been installed in the downtown area. The kiosks list businesses, events, parks, and even upcoming weather information!

The KIOSKS are installed at: Main/Vance Public Parking Lot (205 S. Main Street) Varina Public Parking Lot (420 E. Broad Street) Town Hall (134 N. Main Street)

MARKET UPDATE YEAR-END 2022 | SW WAKE COUNTY

Happy New Year!
 
Just when we thought real estate in the Triangle could not surprise us anymore! 2023 brings us a much slower-paced market with months of inventory just beginning to look slightly balanced. Our buyers slowed way down; I believe partly because they were priced right out of the market with the rising interest rates as well as out of an abundance of caution.  Rents are high, but house payments are even higher.  I believe buyers at every life stage took a step back and are cautiously analyzing what is important to them in their household. Despite that, the Triangle is continuing to experience record growth which will continue to bring the buyers to our area. We will continue to see a shortage of re-sale homes as those re-sale owners that have refinanced are choosing not to go anywhere.
 
See our Year-End 2022 Market update here –
4th Q 2022
 
Front Porch Realty has exciting news; we are getting ready to offer Property Management services for residential and multi-family units. Watch for our public announcement coming soon and let us know if we can help you, or anyone you know, with their property management needs. We have invested in a streamlined program/app that is going to make it super easy for the renter and landlord! Be sure to follow along to stay in the know of all of our happenings!
 
If you would Like to receive our quarterly local Market Update regularly in your mailbox, or inbox, LET US KNOW!  
-Laura Moody Evans
Broker-in-Charge/Owner