Carolina Forestry & Realty

06/16/2026

READ: Loblolly vs. Longleaf: Choosing the Right Pine for Your Land in North Carolina

If you own forestland in North Carolina and you are thinking about planting trees, or replanting after a harvest, the question of which pine to grow comes up sooner or later. And for most landowners in the state, it comes down to two options: loblolly pine and longleaf pine.

Both are native to the region. Both are commercially valuable. Both have their advocates. But they are very different trees in terms of how they grow, what they need, and what they can do for your land over time.

This post breaks down the key differences so you can make a more informed decision, whether you are managing primarily for timber income, wildlife, or some combination of both.

Compare loblolly pine vs longleaf pine in North Carolina. Learn about growth rates, timber value, wildlife habitat, soils, and costs.

06/16/2026

Two Wooded Building Lots for Sale in Southern Wake County, NC: Panther Creek Drive

Finding buildable land in Wake County that is not already part of a sprawling HOA-governed subdivision is genuinely difficult right now. The county has grown fast, inventory is tight, and most of what comes to market in the closer-in areas moves quickly. That is what makes this offering worth paying attention to.

Carolina Forestry & Realty is pleased to present two residential building lots on Panther Creek Drive in southern Wake County, available separately starting at $150,000. Both lots are heavily wooded with mature hardwoods and pines, have soils suitable for septic systems, carry minimal covenants, and have no HOA. In a county where most new residential land comes packaged with a long list of restrictions and monthly fees, that combination stands out.



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Explore two wooded Wake County residential lots for sale with no HOA, septic-ready soils, mature timber, and convenient access to Raleigh.

06/07/2026

New Listing in Franklin County

15 lots for sale from 6.2± to 14.8 acres in Franklin County, NC in the Alert community. Each lot has soils potentially suitable for a 5-bedroom septic system, frontage on G F Ball Road (gravel state road) and/or Alert Road (paved state road), and access to electricity. G F Ball Road terminates at the end of the property, limiting traffic noise. Minimal covenants allow for residential, forestry and agriculture use with a 1,400 square foot minimum house. No single-wide mobile homes or used manufactured homes or used modular homes. From $99,900

Full details here:
https://carolinaforestry.com/property/gf-ball-road-franklin-county/

06/06/2026

New Farm Listing in Granville County

30.8± acre turnkey farm in Granville County featuring a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom manufactured home with a partially finished full basement with second kitchen and additional living space.

The home has a sunroom and deck overlooking a 1.4-acre pond. The main floor includes 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room and propane fireplace. The basement is configured with a second full kitchen, full bathroom, living room, den/office, sauna and an unfinished storage area. Additional features include a covered front porch, patio with pergola and fireplace, metal roof, and a whole-house propane generator.

The acreage features 26 acres of fenced and cross-fenced pasture, a second 0.5-acre pond, four Quonset buildings, shedrow barn, storage buildings, two wells, and multiple livestock waterers. The property is set up for horses and livestock and is currently leased for horse boarding (lease terminates with 60 days’ notice). The land has 1,140 feet of frontage on Tilley Road, and 780 feet of frontage on Harry Davis Road. The primary entrance is from Tilley Road, but a second entrance, currently unused, is from Harry Davis Road. $707,000

See the link below for more details:
https://carolinaforestry.com/property/frog-hill-farm-granville-county/

05/27/2026

Carteret County Land for Sale

18.46 acres for sale adjoining the Croatan National Forest in Carteret County, North Carolina. The property features 540 feet of frontage along Old Winberry Road, soils potentially suitable for a septic system, County water and electricity (located across the road front), 29± year old loblolly pine timber and 1,700′ of frontage on the Croatan National Forest (southern and southwestern boundary). A soil scientist report is included and shows potentially suitable septic site at the front of the property. The property is conveniently located near Morehead City, Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, the ICW and coastal amenities including inshore/offshore fishing, multiple public beaches, boating, sailing, shopping, restaurants, and historic towns and sites. $199,000

See the link below for more details:
https://carolinaforestry.com/property/old-winberry-road-carteret-county/

05/21/2026

Two Residential Lots for Sale in Wake County

Two residential building lots, 1.13 acres and 6.10 acres, for sale in southern Wake County, North Carolina. Each lot features soils suitable for a septic system, water provided by Aqua, access from a short, paved private access easement, mature hardwoods and pines, minimal covenants and no HOA. The lots are accessed by driving through Kings Ridge subdivision, but they are not part of the subdivision. The covenants allow for single-family residential, forestry and agriculture use with stick-built or off frame modular homes with a 2,200 square foot minimum size. Lot 2 contains two streams and some floodplain along the western boundary. From $150,000

See the link below for more details:
https://carolinaforestry.com/property/panther-creek-drive-lots-wake-county/

05/04/2026

Sawtimber vs. Pulpwood: Why Quality Timber Is Winning in Today’s Market

If you’ve followed the timber market over the past few years, you’ve probably noticed something shifting. Not all timber is being valued the same way anymore.

In fact, the gap between high-quality sawtimber and lower-grade pulpwood has widened significantly, and for North Carolina landowners, that shift is changing how land should be managed moving forward.

This isn’t just a market trend. It’s a signal.

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Timber markets are shifting across North Carolina, with high-quality sawtimber gaining value over pulpwood. Learn what’s driving the change.

05/04/2026

A Proven Tool for Managing Forestland in North Carolina
When people hear the word “fire” in forestry, it usually comes with a negative reaction. But in the right hands, under the right conditions, fire is actually one of the most effective tools landowners have for improving and maintaining healthy forests.

In North Carolina, prescribed burning has been used for decades as a controlled, intentional way to manage land. It’s not about destruction. It’s about control, balance, and long-term results.

For many properties, it can be one of the most valuable management practices available.

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Prescribed burning helps North Carolina landowners improve forest health, reduce vegetation & support wildlife through safe fire management.

04/29/2026

46.7 Acres with Kerr Lake Access in a Private Gated Community

There are properties that check a box or two, and then there are properties that open up real possibilities. The Peninsula at Kerr Lake, Tract 3 falls into that second category.

Located in Vance County, North Carolina, this 46.7-acre tract offers a rare combination of privacy, water access, usable land, and long-term flexibility. Situated within a private, gated community, the property gives you the space to build, invest, or simply enjoy the land on your own terms.

One of the first things that stands out is the layout. The property features rolling topography that naturally lends itself to multiple uses. Whether you’re thinking about a primary residence, a weekend retreat, or a multi-home setup, the land provides the kind of flexibility that’s getting harder to find. There are approximately 2.5 acres already cleared, making it easier to visualize and establish a homesite without starting completely from scratch. The soils are percable, and a soil report is available to support planning and development.

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46.7 acres for sale in Vance County, NC with Kerr Lake access, boat slip, & subdivision potential. Private gated community & more!

04/29/2026

🌲 Investing in the Future of Forestry!

The North Carolina Forestry Association and the Forest Education and Conservation Fund are thrilled to announce this year's scholarship recipients! These outstanding students represent the next generation of leaders dedicated to the health and sustainability of North Carolina’s forests.

🎓 Meet the Scholars:

🌲Sander King (NC State College of Natural Resources) – Recipient of the Nicholas M. Curtis Memorial Scholarship. Focus: Forestry consulting and drone technology.

🌲Alec Jarzabkowski (NC State College of Natural Resources) – Double major in Forest Management and Plant Biology. Focus: Forest health research.

🌲Rachel Blinn (Haywood Community College) – Pursuing Forest Management Technology. Focus: Landowner consulting and wildland firefighting.

🌲Arika Abbott (Montgomery Community College) – Pursuing Forest Management Technology. Driven by a lifelong passion for ecosystems and conservation.

Congratulations to these hard-working students! We can’t wait to see the impact you'll make on our state's natural resources.

Press release: https://tinyurl.com/yry73p5p