$181,013Average Value$273Average Price per Sq Ft53Homes For Sale
Homes with highway and shopping access on the south side of Fayetteville
Home to 29,000 residents, Douglas Byrd is a sprawling neighborhood on the south side of Fayetteville. Subdivisions are broken up by a railroad track and several highways. Still, the tree-covered and quiet residential streets give the neighborhood a peaceful, suburban vibe. “Douglas Byrd has plenty of shopping, and I don’t think the crime is really high,” says Barbara Evans, a broker at eXp Realty who sells in the neighborhood. The neighborhood’s overall CAP Index crime score is 5 out of 10, slightly higher than the national figure of 4. Douglas Byrd is about 11 miles from Fort Bragg, a prominent United States Army installation on the western outskirts of Fayetteville where 55,000 military personnel and about 12,000 civilians work.
Buckhead Creek winds its way through the neighborhood of Douglas Byrd
Fort Liberty near Douglas Byrd is the largest Army bases in the US with over 40,000 troops.
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Fayetteville homes under $300,000
Telephone wires hang over the flat, broad neighborhood streets, which do not have sidewalks. Chain-link fences enclose some of the level, grassy lawns. Architectural styles include ramblers and New Traditional homes. Homes under 1,000 square feet—some of which are fixer-uppers—start at $35,000. Newly built constructions reach about $360,000. Home values remain below the average of the Fayetteville metro area but are steadily rising. Douglas Byrd is evenly split between renters and owners. Land also hits the market occasionally.
New homes in Douglas Byrd offer multiple-car garages.
Homes in Douglas Byrd blend brick with modern siding to achieve an updated aesthetic.
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Main thoroughfares connect drivers to the rest of Fayetteville
Douglas Byrd lies about 5 miles south of downtown Fayetteville and 5 miles northwest of the Fayetteville Regional Airport. The neighborhood includes major highways, like U.S. Route 401, which stretches east-west and leads downtown. From Interstate 95, drivers can enter the neighborhood via Exit 56. “Fayetteville is a decent-sized place, but you can get anywhere in 20 to 30 minutes,” Evans says. Douglas Byrd is largely car-dependent, but Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) buses also service the area.
Douglas Byrd is just minutes away from Fayetteville's city center, offering residents convenient access to urban amenities and attractions.
Residents of Douglas Byrd can enjoy a baseball game at Segra Stadium, home to the Woodpeckers, offering a fun and exciting sports experience.
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Douglas Byrd’s public schools and highly rated Christian schools
The size of Douglas Byrd calls for multiple public-school pipelines within Cumberland County Schools, which is rated B overall by Niche. Students may attend Cumberland Road Elementary, rated B, Douglas Byrd Middle, rated C and Massey Hill Classical High School, rated A. Management Group Technologies, a firm that assesses facilities, determined that Massey Hill Classical High School scored 92.5 out of 100 regarding technology readiness. Private schools serving prekindergarten through twelfth grade within the neighborhood include Fayetteville Christian School, rated A and Freedom Christian Academy, rated A-minus.
Douglas Byrd Middle School offers public education to the greater fayetteville area.
Massey Hill Classical High School serves the Douglas Byrd and surrounding communities.
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Indoor and outdoor facilities allow for all-weather recreation
Residents can venture outside the neighborhood for park access. Arnette Park has a disc golf course, baseball diamonds and tennis courts. The area’s mild climate allows for year-round outdoor recreation. However, indoor recreation options, like rock climbing at Triangle Rock Club and axe throwing at Axes and Armor Hatchet House Fayetteville, can be useful when the weather gets hot and humid. “We don’t seem to get tornadoes,” Evans says. “But we get our fair share of rain and such. The weatherman will say snow is coming, but we don’t really get much.”
Arnette Park is a quiet space with sports fields, centrally located near Douglas Byrd.
Mike from Douglas Byrd plans his next attempt at the rock climbing wall at Triangle Rock Club.
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Dining locally and shopping at Cross Creek Mall
Locally owned Elizabeth’s Pizza Ristorante Italiano offers dining al fresco and air-conditioned booth seating. Half a mile up the road, Superior Bakery prepares a host of fresh pastries, from croissants to lemon bars. Shoppers can get groceries at Aldi and browse locally grown produce at T&T Farmers Market. Douglas Byrd is near Cross Creek Mall, an indoor shopping center with over 150 stores, including anchors Belk, JCPenney and Macy’s. The mall is surrounded by chain restaurants like Olive Garden and retailers like Barnes & Noble, Food Lion and Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Elizabeth's Pizza near Douglas Byrd serves an Italian-inspired menu that locals savor.
Take care of your shopping needs along Raeford Road in Douglas Byrd.
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Family-friendly events around Fayetteville
Epic Fun Park is an indoor amusement center with arcade games and trampolines that cater to kids of all ages. The hometown hockey team, the Fayetteville Marksmen, plays at Crown Complex, a venue that also hosts concerts throughout the year. The newly renovated Segra Stadium is home to the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, a single-A affiliate baseball team of the Houston Astros.
Crown Coliseum near Douglas Byrd showcases local and national entertainment, providing a diverse range of events in Fayetteville, NC.
The entire family can enjoy bowling at Lafayette Lanes, just minutes from Douglas Byrd
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Parks in this Area
Arnette Park
Transit
Airport
Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field
7 min drive
Bus
Not In Use
Bus
Owen Dr & Phillies Cir
Bus
Redwood Dr & Devonshire Dr
Bus
Odom Dr & Coventry Rd
Bus
888 Glensford Dr
Bus
Hope Mills Rd & Cottonwood Dr
Bus
Coventry Rd & Stratford Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Douglas Byrd
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Douglas Byrd Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Douglas Byrd, Fayetteville sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Douglas Byrd, Fayetteville over the last 12 months is $414,950, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming updated ranch offers a comfortable and inviting living space with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The living room,dining room, and kitchen flow seamlessly together, creating a great atmosphere to entertain in. The kitchen is a true highlight, featuring beautiful quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and warm, gorgeous cabinetry. A bonus room off the dining area
Charming 2-Bedroom Townhome with Office & Modern Upgrades in Gated Community .Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1,400 sq ft townhome located in a quiet, gated community. This home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full office complete with a skylight, and wall-to-wall shelving, perfect for remote work or creative pursuits.The master bedroom boasts a generous
Charming and well-maintained, this delightful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is situated in a well-established neighborhood, making it an ideal choice for those seeking comfort and convenience. From the moment you step onto the covered front porch, perfect for relaxing in your favorite rocking chair, you'll feel right at home. The interior boasts a versatile floor plan featuring an office for remote
Available in August! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Acorn Ridge offers comfort and convenience in a prime location. Step out onto the private deck and enjoy the fully fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find a bright, welcoming layout designed for easy living. Conveniently situated between Fayetteville and Hope Mills, this home offers a
We offer spacious and modern one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes. Our community provides unbeatable value as well as impeccable quality unlike anywhere else! Just minutes away from Fort Liberty, Cape Fear Hospital, Downtown Fayetteville, and Hope Mills. Our proximity to shopping, desirable restaurants, I-95, and more puts you exactly where you want to be! Current Resident
3 Bedroom. 2 Bath with Carport Conveniently located off Raeford Rd near the All American. LVP Flooring through out - No Carpet. Welcoming Covered Front Porch invites you into your Family Room. The Kitchen has Stainless Steel Appliances, White Cabinets & Breakfast area. Laundry Room inside the home. Hallway offers 2 linen closets for extra storage. The 3 Bedrooms & 2 Baths are located off the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
29,006
Median Age
36
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,290
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,707
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
16.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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