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Living in Boylan Heights, a tucked-away neighborhood close to downtown
Boylan Heights was established in the early 20th century as one of Raleigh’s first planned suburbs. Today, this residential area bordering downtown has an eclectic feel and great walkability. People who live here take pride in their community and gather for events like the annual Boylan Heights Artwalk. Dorothea Dix Park covers over 300 acres south of the neighborhood, and downtown is just across the train tracks. Plus, the highly rated Wake County Public School System serves the area, and several prominent Raleigh universities are within a few miles.
Boylan Heights sits blocks from downtown Raleigh.
The view of Boylan Heights and the Raleigh skyline from Dorothea Dix Park.
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Boylan Heights has a close-knit, artsy vibe steps from the city
Boylan Heights has a distinctly residential, historic feel that’s still urban. The area attracts people who enjoy walking to school, parks and restaurants. “They’re literally on the edge of the city, so people will walk downtown, walk everywhere. It’s what people do,” says Jamie Buckley, broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. The neighborhood’s eclectic atmosphere, with quirky lawn decorations and colorfully painted homes, also contributes to the area’s artistic vibe. “It’s tight-knit. People don’t want big yards; they want to walk to a coffee shop and feel like they’re in a community,” says Buckley.
Public transportation options and major roadways make commutes easy
Boylan Heights is surrounded by major roadways like Western Boulevard and U.S. Route 401, which gives the neighborhood a more isolated feel while also making travel around Raleigh easy. Raleigh Union Station, an Amtrak stop, is also nearby. GoRaleigh has two bus lines that run through Boylan Heights, the Caraleigh and Avent Ferry, adding to the public transit options. Raleigh’s Central Prison is just west.
Boylan Heights is within easy walking distance of Dorthea Dix Park.
Major roadways surround Boylan Heights.
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Renovated bungalows and more well-preserved, historic homes
Many homes in Boylan Heights were built in the early 20th century. Some have colorful coats of paint, wraparound porches and renovated interiors. Craftsman-style bungalows are among the area’s most popular type of home, but you can also find Queen Anne, Foursquare and Colonial Revival properties. There are some multi-family homes and townhouses here as well.
Boylan Heights is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Historic Overlay District. The Raleigh Historic Development Commission must approve zoning changes and any exterior changes to homes.
Boylan Ave is lined with mature trees and Queen Anne-style homes.
A Queen Anne-style home sits on a wooded lot in Boylan Heights.
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How much it costs to buy a home in Boylan Heights
Properties in Boylan Heights have a median sale price in the mid-$600,000s, with homes usually selling for between $500,000 and $1 million. That’s higher than Raleigh’s overall median sale price in the mid-$400,000s, and also higher than bordering communities like Caraleigh and the Capital District. Buckley notes that, like much of Raleigh, home prices here have increased in recent years. “The ones who move into Boylan Heights, their disposable income is way more than it was even a few years ago,” she says.
Top-rated Wake County schools and several universities nearby
Wake County public schools serve the area. Kids may start at Wiley Magnet Elementary School. This school has an international studies program where students can learn Chinese, French, Spanish, Japanese and German. Older students may continue to Oberlin Magnet Middle School, which offers a language immersion program, and Broughton Magnet High School. All of these schools earn top marks from Niche.
Boylan Heights is also under 2 miles from North Carolina State University, a large public institution with over 40,000 students. Shaw University, a smaller, historically Black institution with just under 1,000 students, is just east of the neighborhood.
Washington Magnet Elementary School is one of several Wake County schools that are within walking distance to Boylan Heights.
Carnage Magnet Middle School cultivates and celebrates the unique qualities of each student.
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The annual ArtWalk is a popular community event
The Boylan Heights ArtWalk, held each December, has been a neighborhood tradition for over 30 years. More than 150 artists, including some residents, exhibit and sell their art during this street fair. “Everyone comes out. If you have a big porch, an artist has definitely reached out to you, and you’re presenting their art on your porch,” Buckley says. And while the ArtWalk is the neighborhood’s biggest event, the community does more throughout the year. “They do it up on the holidays, the Fourth of July. ... When they want something to happen, they make it happen,” Buckley says.
Art and flowers are synonymous with the vibe in Boylan Heights.
Lots of residents in Boylan Heights have an eye for art.
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Amenities within walking distance include Dix Park
Dorothea Dix Park, which covers over 300 acres, borders Boylan Heights. Its popular attractions include a seasonal sunflower field, public art exhibits and the recently opened Gipson Play Plaza. From Boylan Heights, locals can also walk to:
House of Many Porches, a coffee shop in Dix Park
Rocky Branch Greenway, which connects to other area trails
Red Hat Amphitheater, one of several downtown music venues
More restaurants and attractions in downtown Raleigh
Dorothea Dix Park is across the street from Boylan Heights.
The Rocky Branch Greenway is just south of Boylan Heights.
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Crime and Safety
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Boylan Heights
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Boylan Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boylan Heights, Raleigh sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Boylan Heights, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $650,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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