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A natural retreat from city life in the Research Triangle
Less than 5 miles east of downtown Chapel Hill and on Durham’s southwestern outskirts, Leigh Village is a quiet, growing area between some of North Carolina’s most popular academic hubs. This wooded terrain of towering pine trees is a natural retreat from busy city life, with Interstate 40 close by for daily commutes. “It’s a great place to be if someone works at Research Triangle Park or in Chapel Hill or the southside of Durham,” says Stacy Slone, a Realtor at Keller Williams Elite Realty who moved to Durham in 1988. She adds that the neighborhood is close to the Streets at Southpoint, a major regional mall. While subdivisions, a retirement community and apartment complexes fill the community’s northern and southern ends, the space in the middle is mostly undeveloped forest.
The Old Well at UNC is right down the road from the Farrington neighborhood.
The Chapel Hill community of Leigh Village is a quiet yet growing area.
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From midcentury ranch-style homes to Spanish Eclectic estates
Independent single-family homes and several subdivisions of differing architectural styles dot Leigh Village, offering homebuyers a range of properties and prices. Along Farrington Road, midcentury homes are tucked into sprawling woods with long driveways, mostly concealed from the road, while Woodland Acres offers traditional ranch-style homes lining close-knit residential streets. These properties range from $380,000 to $500,000. The 21st century Craftsman-style homes and Modern Transitional designs in the Villas at Culp Arbor 55+ community and Chapel Run fall between $500,000 and $800,000. Blenheim Woods’ custom builds start at around $900,000 and go to nearly $1 million. At the top of the market, the Spanish Eclectic mansions filling the private Maida Vale community cost between $1 million and $3 million. "Almost every house on the market gets multiple offers in one day," says Christy Kimbro, a Realtor with Fonville Morisey in Chapel Hill. "It helps that the area is close to Duke University and Research Triangle Park." Due to the neighborhood’s location, some homes have Durham addresses, and others have Chapel Hill addresses.
Farrington offers homebuyers a wide range of options to browse.
Some neighborhoods in Farrington have million dollar homes.
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Creekside Elementary is in the neighborhood
Durham Public Schools uses a lottery system for families applying to the district’s magnet and specialty schools. Creekside Elementary earns a B-minus overall rating from Niche. The school builds a close community through regular events such as literacy nights, where students enjoy story time, and an annual talent show. Sherwood Githens Middle gets a B and offers fine arts from theater and orchestra to band and chorus. With a B-plus on Niche, Charles E. Jordan High has a student population of nearly 2,000. It offers various varsity sports as well as a drama program with seasonal performances. Nearby private options include Montessori Community School, which enrolls kindergarten through eighth grade with a curriculum focused on emotional, social and academic nourishment. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is roughly 5 miles away, and Durham’s private Duke University is about 7 miles northeast.
Creekside Elementary is a public school located in Durham, NC.
Jordan High School is located in Durham, NC.
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Shopping along U.S. Route 501, the Streets at Southpoint
The Streets at Southpoint is a name-brand shopping destination just 6 miles east along Interstate 40. The mall has more than 160 stores paired with an AMC Theater and chain eateries offering a casual bite while shopping. A collection of shopping centers line U.S. Route 501 closer to home. Walmart Supercenter anchors New Hope Commons, featuring Burlington and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Eastgate Crossing is home to Aldi and Trader Joe’s, as well as unique eats like Kipo’s Greek Taverna and Guglhupf Bake Shop, specializing in breads and sweet and savory pastries. University Place features a Silverspot Cinema, a high-end theater with comfy chairs and a full bar and hosts the year-round Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.
There are many shopping and dining options at The Streets of Southpoint near Leigh Village.
The Trader Joe's in Leigh Village is a popular spot for grocery shopping.
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Spending the summer on Jordan Lake
Chapel Hill Country Club fills the forest west of Leigh Village. Members can enjoy an 18-hole golf course, a swimming pool and a racquet sports program. South of the club, Golf fans visit the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Finley Golf Club to catch a Tar Heels golfing tournament. Walking trails and picnic shelters surround a central pond at Meadowmont Park, offering indoor courts for pickup basketball. One of the closest playgrounds is at Burlington Park. Jordan Lake State Recreation Area is a regional summertime hangout. Located 17 miles south of the neighborhood, the park provides boat ramps as well as lakefront access for swimming, fishing and paddling. Camping and hiking are also popular around the tree-lined lake.
Leigh Farm Park is a popular spot for disc golf and hosts the Piedmont Wildlife Center, an organization offering daytime nature camps for children across the Triangle. “They’re held at a state or county parks. Kids learn to respect wildlife and care for the environment while exploring the outdoors,” says Nick DiColandrea, the wildlife center’s executive director. The organization has over a dozen native North Carolina animals, some visiting classrooms around the region. “Red shoulder hawks, barred owls, snakes, possums. It’s all for the excitement of kids who’ve never heard an owl hoot before,” he says. While not all animals are displayed at the center, visitors to Leigh Park can view their birds of prey enclosures outside.
Chapel Hill Country Club is located in the Leigh Village neighborhood.
Walking trails and picnic shelters surround a central pond at Meadowmont Park.
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Commuting to Chapel Hill, Durham and Raleigh
Area highways loop around Leigh Village, helping commuters reach destinations around the Triangle. Interstate 40 provides a quick route to Research Triangle Park, a significant regional employment hub about 10 miles southeast of the neighborhood. State Route 54 provides an alternative route to reach Raleigh and Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 14 miles south. Most folks rely on U.S. Route 501 for the less than 9-mile trip to downtown Durham. No highways are needed to get into Chapel Hill, hosting UNC Hospitals, a top employer in the immediate area. Neighborhood cyclists can use the dedicated lane along Ephesus Church Road, which connects to the Lower Booker Creek Trail in Chapel Hill.
Research Triangle Park is a quick commute from the Leigh Village neighborhood.
No highways are needed to get into Chapel Hil from Leigh Village.l
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Crime is lower than the national average
Leigh Village has a low risk for crime. The neighborhood receives a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4 out of 10.
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Parks in this Area
Oakwood Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Burlington Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Leigh Farm Park
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Trails
Garrett Road Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Old Chapel Hill Road Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Soccer
Meadowmont Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
20 min drive
Bus
Nc 54 & Falconbridge Rd (Wb)
Reviews
Homes.com Reviews
5.01 Review
5.0Past Resident
3/6/2025Homes.com Review
Chapel Run is a small neighborhood with townhouses and single-family homes. It was built in 2017 by David Weekly Homes. My house had the most beautiful huge windows looking over the backyard. Without exception, the immediate reaction was WOW! The location is fantastic just a few miles to UNC and a quick jaunt to I-40 West. I am a realtor. When I bought, I sold 3 more homes including mine. It's an easy 5-star from me.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Leigh Village
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Leigh Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Leigh Village, Durham sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Leigh Village, Durham over the last 12 months is $432,125, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,711
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$94,214
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$132,990
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
81.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
46.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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