15 July . 2024
Resident Spotlight: Meet Julie
Meet Julie Passamonti, a Maryland resident who made her way south in search of a welcoming and diverse community, a home that checked her boxes, and a superb location—all of which she found (and more!) at Wendell Falls.
What prompted your home search?
I was living in Maryland and trying to find a place with no luck. One of my sons had moved to Chapel Hill for school, so I figured I would look around in North Carolina. Nothing spoke to me in Fuquay-Varina, Chapel Hill or Cary—and Wendell Falls was my last stop.
There were a couple positive signs—from seeing a sign at Starbucks that day that said “Life is better with you in it,” to meeting Brookfield Properties’ Community Representative Emily. When I walked into one of the quick move-in homes, it had everything I wanted. The next day, I was buying the house!
What made Wendell Falls feel like home?
This is a really good place for me to start my second chapter. The people here have been so welcoming; I love my neighbors; and I love the diversity. I’ve met women here who are my age, married couples, retirees and young people—it’s really wonderful. My youngest son, who is transgender, comes back and forth from college in Cincinnati—and he feels very comfortable here too.
Do you have any favorite activities/amenities in the community?
I love that the neighborhood has sidewalks throughout it—it’s not something to take for granted! I also like meeting people via the community mailboxes and the social groups. Plus, I like spending time at Farmhouse Cafe and enjoying the live music.
Tell us about your new home!
It has a master bedroom on the main floor, a screen back porch that overlooks the woods; a front porch (which is fabulous for creating community); and an open floor plan. There is not a single thing lacking in this house!
What would you tell someone who was considering moving to Wendell Falls?
It’s a wonderful, welcoming, safe and exciting community to be in. It really feels like home here!
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