1248 Howards End Pl, Knightdale, NC 27545

Brand-new Stanley Martin home in Village Gate, Knightdale's newest community just 20 minutes from Downtown Raleigh! The Queenswood pairs a rare first-floor primary suite with a private backyard and screened porch, in a beautifully designed home that blends comfort, functionality, and modern living. The main-level primary suite offers enhanced privacy with seamless access to the main living spaces and a spacious walk-in closet. This home includes both a dedicated office and a pocket office, ideal for working from home, managing daily tasks, or creating a quiet study space. The gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece featuring quartz countertops, a center island, and an open flow perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, each bedroom includes its own walk-in closet for exceptional storage and personal space, and a versatile flex room adapts as a media room, playroom, or additional living area. Relax year-round on the screened-in porch, a perfect retreat for morning coffee or evening gatherings. The porch opens to one of Village Gate's private backyards, with room to play, garden, and gather right outside your door. Beyond your own yard, Village Gate residents enjoy a swimming pool, a fitness center open 24 hours, and a one-of-a-kind community dog park, all included in the HOA, along with playgrounds and green spaces throughout. Future shops and dining are planned right at the neighborhood's doorstep as part of the Village Gate mixed-use district. Conveniently located just off the Knightdale Bypass with quick access to I-540 and I-87, this home puts you minutes from Knightdale Station Park with its amphitheater and splash pad, the Mingo Creek Greenway, and everyday shopping and dining along Knightdale Boulevard, with an easy commute to Downtown Raleigh. Be among the first to own in Village Gate! Schedule your appointment today and ask about closing cost incentives with preferred lender First Heritage Mortgage. *Home is under construction with an estimated December 2026 completion. *