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Fun fact: The Triangle’s hottest ZIP code isn’t in Raleigh or Durham — it’s Fuquay-Varina.

Ranked No. 20 nationwide for homebuyer demand in 2024, this tight-knit community just south of Raleigh is brimming with small-town charm, activities, and green space.

Most recently, it’s the site of two sparkling new communities, Providence Oaks and Saunders Farm, both offering contemporary, energy-efficient designs, resort-style amenities like pools and dog parks, and quick access to adorable downtown Fuquay-Varina.

Best of all: You’re never more than a quick ride up the road from the best parts of the big city.

Small town living beckons

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