Why Live in Weldon Ridge
Weldon Ridge d in southwest Cary was developed in four phases, resulting in a variety of houses, including townhomes, single-family homes and estates. The neighborhood has New Traditional and Craftsman-style homes built since 2006. Residents can use the community's walking trails, clubhouse and swimming pool with a waterslide. Students attend highly rated schools in the Wake County Public School System, including Mills Park Elementary, Mills Park Middle and Panther Creek High, all of which have received high ratings. Weldon Ridge is less than 10 miles from the intersection of Interstate 40 and Interstate 540, which extend across the Raleigh area. The neighborhood is near grocery stores such as Publix, Aldi and Harris Teeter, as well as various shops, fitness centers and eateries. The latter includes SipCha boba tea shop and Mirchi's Indian Kitchen. For more shopping and dining, residents can visit Fenton, a mixed-use development in Cary. Local attractions include Raftery Park, which connects to the 23-mile American Tobacco Trail. There's also Jordan Lake, where people can swim, camp and fish. Thomas Brooks Park, home to the USA Baseball National Training Complex, is also nearby. Weldon Ridge is within 15 miles of Raleigh-Durham International Airport and Wake Med Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Weldon Ridge a good place to live?
Weldon Ridge is a good place to live. Weldon Ridge is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Weldon Ridge has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $214,107 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 82.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Weldon Ridge are home owners, with 20.6% of residents renting and 79.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Weldon Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Weldon Ridge neighborhood guide.
Is Weldon Ridge, NC a safe neighborhood?
Weldon Ridge, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Weldon Ridge?
The median home price in Weldon Ridge is $839,364. If you put a 20% down payment of $167,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $177K a year to afford the median home price in Weldon Ridge. The average household income in Weldon Ridge is $214K.
What are the best public schools in Weldon Ridge?
The best public schools that serve Weldon Ridge are:
- Green Level High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
- Green Hope High has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Salem Elementary has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Are home prices dropping in Weldon Ridge?
Yes, home prices in Weldon Ridge are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Weldon Ridge, NC
On average, homes in Weldon Ridge, Cary sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Weldon Ridge, Cary over the last 12 months is $870,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$870,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$867,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$582,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$839,364
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%