Transportation decisions shape commercial real estate long before the first bus ever arrives.

Aug 18, 2026 | News

Wake County’s planned Western Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) extension will connect Downtown Raleigh, Cary, and RTP by 2035—but one notable takeaway is that Morrisville will largely be bypassed.

For commercial property owners and business owners, this is a reminder that infrastructure investments create both opportunities and tradeoffs.

🏢 Transit access influences:
📍 Property visibility
🚶 Customer and employee accessibility
📈 Long-term property values
💼 Site selection decisions
🛣️ Future development patterns

While Morrisville won’t receive direct BRT service, local leaders acknowledged the regional benefits, including reduced congestion and improved connectivity to RTP, even if the route doesn’t directly serve the town.

The takeaway isn’t whether this alignment is “right” or “wrong.” It’s that transportation planning has long-term implications for commercial real estate strategy. Understanding where infrastructure is headed can be just as important as understanding today’s market.

What impact do you think this route will have on Western Wake commercial development? 👇

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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.