Raleigh, NC, isn’t just the best city to live in North Carolina. It’s also one of the best cities in the entire country. But if living outside North Carolina’s capital is more to your liking, New Home Inc. has a Raleigh suburb you should explore. We have new homes for sale at Duncan’s Creek in Lillington, NC—a winning trifecta of beautiful homes in a new community within a very desirable town!
Living in Lillington, NC
If you haven’t yet heard about Lillington, NC, that’s ok. It’s been one of the Raleigh area’s best kept secrets. But the word is spreading about the many great reasons to live in Lillington.
What do you want from your hometown near Raleigh?
Convenient to Raleigh and Fayetteville
Close proximity, for one, right? Lillington is just 28 miles south of Raleigh. And if you want more city access, you can travel 24 miles from Lillington to Fayetteville, a city of 208,000 people. Fayetteville, home to Fort Liberty, is also rated as #2 among American cities for military families and veterans.
Affordable living
One reason homebuyers look outside of the city for a new home is the cost of living: it’s lower in suburban and rural settings. The cost of living in Lillington is almost 14% lower than the national average and 5.3% lower than the average in all of North Carolina.
High livability score
For important features that contribute to the quality of life in a city or town, Lillington scores high. Citytistics rates the Raleigh suburb with an A+ for overall livability, affordability, and safety. Your kids will also receive a good education in Lillington’s schools.
Excellent recreation choices
The active recreationalist will love living in Lillington, NC! The town sits on the banks of the famous Cape Fear River. This massive waterway is both an ecological marvel and an ideal source for water sports. From casually paddling, tubing, or fishing to the thrill of whitewater rafting, the full range of activity is right here.
The Cape Fear River also courses through Raven Rock State Park in Lillington, NC. You can explore the extensive trail network in the park on foot, bike, or horseback. Backcountry camping is a popular experience at Raven Rock State Park.
Small town friendliness
Do you like the idea of living in a small town where you know the neighbors, business owners, and townspeople? There’s a comfort in this familiarity, and you’ll experience the feeling in Lillington, a town of just 3,600 people.
A growing downtown district
Downtown Lillington is on the rise. A master plan is underway to revitalize the heart of the town, with improvements in infrastructure, cityscape, safety, and more. Lillington is growing, and it’s a great time to move here.
New homes for sale in Lillington, NC
New Home Inc. is excited about everything Lillington has to offer today’s families. We’re building a community of brand new, single-family homes for sale in Lillington, NC, at Duncan’s Creek.
Just outside the center of Lillington, we found a scenic location where we’re starting a brand new neighborhood. We already have quick move-in homes for sale in Lillington, NC, at Duncan’s Creek. Gradually, the neighborhood will grow to 174 homes—each on a large lot with at least a half-acre and as large as 1.3 acres!
The community site map shows the homesites in the first and second phases, currently underway, and the location for the next 2 phases coming later. The new construction in Lillington, NC, in this first phase sparked enthusiasm among buyers and many lots sold quickly, but New Home Inc. still has lots in premium locations throughout the initial phases of Duncan’s Creek. You can also get an aerial view in this video of Duncan’s Creek, showing its proximity to other cities and towns in the region and the growing community itself.
Duncan’s Creek floor plans
We’re excited about the range of Duncan’s Creek floor plans. We curated a variety of home designs, each with the opportunity to personalize the exterior to your architectural preference. With your choices, you can transform a home’s style to French Country, Craftsman, Low Country, English Country, Traditional, Farmhouse, or even a Georgian influence. The beauty of these designs is that they offer this versatility while maintaining the integrity of the community’s curb appeal.
The portfolio of 10 Duncan’s Creek floor plans includes 2 ranch designs: The Hanover and The Clayton. The Clayton offers 1,871 square feet of interior living space, with the option to add a second level and extend your home’s total size to 2,674 square feet!
The Durham is a 2-story home that’s perfect for individuals, couples, young families, and people who are ready to right-size their life. The 3-bedroom floor plan ranges from 1,471 to 1,839 square feet, with every inch smartly planned to maximize its functionality.
If you want more space, look at our other plans for Duncan’s Creek, with up to 3,145 square feet (The Apex). Each home has its own unique style and characteristics. And New Home Inc. provides an interactive floor plan for each one so you can add in options and see how they change the look of the layout. We’ve also made it easy to manage your budget as you design your home, by including the cost of each option.
Explore our Future-Proof features
There’s more to a new home than the square footage. New Home Inc. approaches new home design strategically…which sparks innovation!
Our research delved into what people want in their next home and how they want that home to serve their needs. Having flexibility, for example, is critical. Floor plans need flex spaces that let families have choices for these spaces. It could be a home office, a guest room, a homework station, fitness center, library, media room, man cave, or hobby studio.
We’ve also elevated the standard for what you should expect in a new construction in Lillington, NC. You deserve more than the basics. From the energy efficiency of your home to the many ways we can make it more comfortable and convenient, here are some of the ways we give you more with our Future-Proof homes:
- Smart home automation package that provides security (video doorbell, smart lock), convenience (smart home network panel), and energy efficiency (smart thermostat).
- Electric vehicle charging station rough-in so that when you need it, the installation is simple
- ecoSelect Home Efficiency Program that certifies your home’s efficiency
- Whole home air filtration system to protect the indoor air quality
- Oversized kitchen island with seating on 3 sides to accommodate more people
- “Messy kitchen” service pantry that adds a serving, storage, and clean-up space beyond your kitchen, reducing the clutter and traffic
- Fully enclosed, secured smart door delivery center to protect your packages from the elements and curious passersby
- CAT6 cabling for strong, reliable connections without dead zones
Find your new home with New Home Inc.
Consider the lifestyle you can enjoy at Duncan’s Creek. Factor in the lasting value that these thoughtful features add to your home as you’re considering the choice of home builders in Lillington, NC. New Home Inc. works closely with our homebuyers to provide a satisfying experience, from selecting your home to turning over the keys to you—and for the many years beyond. As one of the most innovative home builders in Lillington, NC, we never compromise on our commitment to outstanding quality in craftsmanship and personal attention.
Please contact us at New Home Inc. to learn more about new homes for sale in Lillington, NC, at Duncan’s Creek
