Franklin County, North Carolina
Lake Royale Real Estate and Local Guide
A gated, recreation-oriented lake community in southeastern Franklin County, Lake Royale draws residents and second-home owners to its 345-acre lake about 40 miles from Raleigh. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Lake Royale best.
About the area
Living in Lake Royale, NC
A private, gated resort community and census-designated place built around a man-made lake, governed by a property owners association rather than a municipal government.
The housing market
Homes in Lake Royale
- About 92.6% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 73.5% of housing units are single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $263,000.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Lake Royale home
Lake Royale
345-acre man-made lake with about 11 miles of shoreline and a 40-foot maximum depth
The River Golf Club
18-hole championship golf course set along the Tar River
Lake Royale beaches and pool
Two swimming beaches, a community pool, and a lakeside clubhouse and pavilion for members
Boat launches and campground
Multiple boat launches and docks plus a members' campground for RVs and motor homes
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.