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💙🚧 BRIEF: A $40 million bridge is coming to Wake Forest’s Rogers Road
Published 7 days ago • 5 min read
Happy Friday, Triangle!
The clocks fell back on Sunday, the mornings are crisp, and the leaves are turning. November is here, and the calendar is already filling up!
This week I’ve got a packed weekend of events, a fresh read on the market, a $40 million bridge headed to Wake Forest, a turn-key listing in Wendell Falls, and a few new spots worth knowing.
Here’s your D&M BRIEF:
[B]est Weekend Plans: an oyster fest, a culture festival, and the Fenton ice rink is back [R]ealty Pulse: rising inventory and a steady market index [I]n the News: NCDOT’s $40 million plan [E]xclusive Listing: a move-in-ready home (no builder wait) [F]riday Favorites: Pittsburgh’s Millie’s ice cream is coming to downtown Raleigh
What this means: Sellers still hold a slight edge, with the Market Action Index steady at 33, but the balance is evening out. Active listings have climbed to 1,251, so buyers have more to choose from than they did earlier in the year. Nearly half of the homes on the market, 49%, have taken a price cut, which strengthens the buyer’s negotiating position, while the median list price holds at $529,000.
For sellers, the takeaway is to price carefully from the start: homes are taking longer to sell, at a median of 70 days, and overpricing invites a reduction.
Curious what this looks like for your specific neighborhood or price range? Let's talk real (estate)
[I]N THE NEWS
TRANSPORTATION
NCDOT awards a $40 million contract for a Rogers Road bridge in Wake Forest
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has awarded a $40 million contract to build a bridge over the CSX railroad tracks on Rogers Road in Wake Forest. The new bridge will replace the at-grade crossing where drivers now wait for trains to pass.
▷ Who is building it
NCDOT awarded the contract to Blythe Construction Inc. of Charlotte. The bridge will be built at the same location as the current crossing. Heritage Branch Road will be rerouted to connect with Capital Creek Drive, about a quarter mile east of the existing intersection.
▷ What the work includes
The project covers widening, grading, drainage, paving, traffic signals, and the structures needed to support the new bridge.
▷ The timeline
Construction could begin as early as Nov. 30. NCDOT expects the project to be substantially complete and open to traffic by fall 2030.
▷ Why this matters for Wake Forest
Rogers Road is a daily route for a growing part of Wake Forest, and train traffic on the CSX line regularly stops drivers at the crossing. A bridge removes that wait, improves safety, and adds capacity on a corridor that has seen steady residential growth. The timeline is long, with completion set for 2030, but the funding and contract mean the project is moving forward.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...
BUSINESS
ReCity Network opens a free open-access space for Durham small businesses
ReCity Network opened the Renaissance Lounge on Oct. 28, a 1,000-square-foot open-access space at 112 Broadway St. in downtown Durham. The space lets entrepreneurs, startups, micro businesses, and nonprofits meet clients, pitch funders, and plan without renting office space, at no cost.
Bar O Bar, a contemporary Indian restaurant, is coming to Cary
Sama Hospitality, the team behind Morrisville’s Fusion Nine, plans to open Bar O Bar in Cary by December. Michelin-trained chef Vikash Vumudi will lead the kitchen; the exact address has not been announced.
640 Mill Station Lane, Wendell, NC 27591 | $350,000
This move-in-ready home sits in a well-established section of Wendell Falls, priced at $350,000. It offers stress-free living with minimal maintenance and the convenience of a turn-key home, without the six-to-nine-month builder wait or the cost of adding upgrades after closing. Many of those upgrades are already in place and ready to enjoy from day one.
The standout here is everything that is already done. The home includes 2-inch faux blinds, custom built-ins, an upgraded gas fireplace, all appliances, and extra windows added throughout. The 2-car garage has custom shelving and epoxy flooring, the Trane HVAC system carries a UV light, and the home has a tankless water heater.
Key features:
A bright main level with extra natural light and a convenient half bath
A dedicated pocket office with plenty of storage that works as a home workspace
A kitchen with a large island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and extra storage
An upstairs primary suite with double vanities, dual walk-in closets, a walk-in shower, and a bidet
Two additional bedrooms joined by a Jack-and-Jill bath
Low-maintenance grounds with mature landscaping, in a section away from ongoing construction
Access to the community pool, clubhouse, and fitness center
The home sits a short walk from Treelight Square, which holds retail, dining, shopping, trails, and farmhouse amenities.
Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream, a Pittsburgh-based franchise, is opening its first North Carolina scoop shop at 325 Blake St. in downtown Raleigh’s City Market.
Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist Jaccob Slavin is stepping into the restaurant game, teaming up with Prime Barbecue founder Christopher Prieto as a business partner in Prime STQ! Coming to Durham’s Hub RTP in Spring 2027, this massive 8,000-square-foot barbecue-meets-steakhouse concept is going to be a game-changer for the Triangle food scene. We love seeing our local sports icons invest right back into the community!
Clear your gutters before the next hard rain. Clogged gutters push water toward the foundation. While you’re out there, disconnect and drain the garden hoses and cover the outdoor spigots before the first hard freeze.
Client Testimonial
I had a wonderful experience working with Davis & Main Real Estate for my recent move to the Raleigh area! Brette and Emily were professional, knowledgeable and incredibly personable, she made me feel confident in all the decisions that were made along the way. Grateful for such a smooth, enjoyable buying experience, I cannot recommend them enough!
—Kali S.
Thanks for reading the D&M Triangle BRIEF. See you next Friday!
—Brette Davis
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