🏘️ Wake County’s growth continues to create new challenges — and new approaches to housing.

Aug 14, 2026 | News

A new 200-unit affordable housing development is underway on publicly owned land in South Raleigh, combining public resources, private investment, and housing tax credits to bring additional housing options to the market.

The Chapanoke project is a strong example of a growing trend in real estate:

🤝 Public-private partnerships are becoming increasingly important in delivering projects that may not be feasible through traditional financing alone.

For commercial real estate, the broader takeaway extends beyond housing:

📍 Location matters — proximity to jobs, education, and transportation continues to drive development decisions.
🏗️ Public infrastructure influences private investment.
📊 Creative partnerships can unlock opportunities for underutilized land.

As the Triangle continues to attract new residents, businesses, and investment, housing availability will remain closely connected to economic growth.

For property owners, developers, and businesses, understanding how these trends impact land use, demand, and future development opportunities will be critical.

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Dylan Cunningham

J Dylan Cunningham, CCIM is the founder of Oak Street Commercial Real Estate, LLC, a firm located in Apex, NC on a mission to help business owners and commercial real estate owners create long-term strategies that align with their objectives through real estate.

We believe in going beyond the transaction, taking a deep look at where you want to be in five, ten or even twenty years from now—and how we can help you get there with thoughtful, strategic decisions today.