17 Best Neighborhoods in Raleigh NC

It’s one of Raleigh’s more expensive neighborhoods because of it’s proximity to downtown and historic culture. Here you can view Oakwood homes for sale in Raleigh.

Cameron Village

The Cameron Village shopping area offers great views of the city skyline as well. Real estate in this area begins around $550,000 and range from one story ranch style homes to plantation properties. Properties are ideal for young professionals, investors seeking properties to rent to college students, and established folks looking to settle in their home for the long haul.

Boylan Heights

Boylan Heights is located west of Downtown Raleigh and includes the notorious landmark Dorthea Dix Central Regional hospital. Homeowners recognize the monetary worth and sentimental value to the community, so finding a home in this neighborhood is an opportunity that would not last long.

Hayes Barton

Hayes Barton homes are usually well over half a million because of the location and desirability of the homes/lots. If you’re looking for a great home in the Downtown Raleigh area where you can still have land and some peace and quiet, this is a perfect neighborhood for you to explore!

Mordecai

A fairly small neighborhood but among the city’s most historic. Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States was born here. The livability score ranks Mordecai as the 5th best neighborhood in Raleigh thanks to its amenities, crime rates, and education. Mordecai has exploded in recent years as an amazing place to live and it is in large part thanks to where the neighborhood is situated. It’s a bit north of Oakwood making it a slightly further walk to all that downtown Raleigh has to offer. If you’re looking for a great neighborhood in Raleigh, look no further than Mordecai.

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South Park

Located just south of Downtown Raleigh, South Park is a great up and coming neighborhood. This neighborhood is just a heartbeat away from downtown city life but has great neighborly vibes. Like the neighborhoods of Oakwood and Mordecai South Park has been experiencing some fast-paced new construction with new commercial developments also coming to the area.

Homes are affordable for the location and begin around $200,000, though new construction is now $400,000 and up. This is a well established neighborhood with a longstanding history. Homes in this neighborhood were built in the 1930s, but you’ll also find newly constructed homes being built that consist of two-story 3-4 bedroom detached houses. This area encompasses Shaw University, the Duke Energy Performing Arts Center, Little Rock Trail, the Chavis Pool, and the new Transfer Co. Food Hall. 

If you are moving to Raleigh, North Hills would be a great spot to check out.

Located just North of the beltline, it’s Raleigh’s fastest-growing area. One day there are trees and the next there is a shopping mall. North Hills is a great area and neighborhood for anyone who is moving to Raleigh. They possess some great schools for children, the Crabtree Valley Mall for shoppers, great restaurants, live entertainment, and countless parks.

Live music, movies, shopping, both fine dining, and fast food, outdoor workout events, and farmers’ markets are all apart of regular living activities in North Hills. The popularity of the neighborhood has grown exponentially. It is perfect for all demographics as it offers great school districts, easy access to major highways, and has entertainment in one centralized area. Anyone interested in golf would love that Carolina Country Club is right in your neighborhood. There are also multiple access points to the Greenway for runners, dog walkers, and bikers. Ranch and luxury style homes are available starting at approximately $450,000. Each home offers unique characteristics that are aesthetically appreciative, and definitely worth a look!

The Real Estate in North Hills, Raleigh offers apartments to those looking to rent, and single-family homes for those looking to buy. It’s a great neighborhood for young families, young professionals, and older adult families. There is something for everyone in this neighborhood.

Wakefield

Looking for an ideal family neighborhood? Falls River is an impeccable area to see. The majority of this neighborhood was built in 2002 and offers easy access to greenways adjacent to the Neuse River. Falling in the Wakefield School District, you can be reassured knowing that you reside in a quality educational district. Some of the best restaurants are right in town with Anthony’s Touch of Italy and Cafe Buongiorno’s close by. 

Located in the heart of the Triangle – directly between Raleigh and Durham, and just north of the Cary-Apex area, Brier Creek is a fast-growing neighborhood. If North Hills isn’t the fastest developing area it is possibly Brier Creek which was mostly golf courses and trees in 1990. It is now how to thousands of single-family residences, condominiums, and offers great access to RDU – Raleigh’s international airport.

 One of the newest neighborhoods in Raleigh is Bryson Village. A D.R. Horton community, Bryson Village offers fantastic homes with good size lots for reasonable prices. The neighborhood is located next to 540 which gives you easy access all around the Triangle. Once the 540 loop is finished it will make transportation even easier.

Stonehenge

Located North of Raleigh and just below 540, Stonehenge is home to some great Real Estate including single-family homes and townhouses, offering comfortable living for all. The local amenities include all types of local clubs, Seven Oaks Swim and Racquet Club, a Halloween parade, and a Christmas light contest

For those moving to Raleigh Stonehenge is a great neighborhood for you to check out. It offers easy transportation around the Research Triangle Park area.

For retiree’s, this is a particularly great neighborhood with lots of options for seniors in the area. Retirement communities include The Cypress of Raleigh, Abbotswood at Stonehenge, and Springmoor.

Six Forks

The Oberlin neighborhood offers great access to some of the best Raleigh has to offer in terms of restaurant

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North Carolina State University

Great place for college students, real estate investors, as the vacancy rates are extremely low in this neighborhood. The NCSU area also has the benefits of being the fastest appreciating neighborhood in Raleigh since 1990.

Final Thoughts on the Best Neighborhoods in Raleigh:

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