Midtown Raleigh
Colonial Revivals on forested streets
From single-family homes to contemporary townhouses and two-story condos, the neighborhood offers a variety of lifestyles. “Just depends on what one is looking for and what their budget is,” explains Swain. Detached properties here come in various designs, including Colonial Revival from the 1990s and ranch-style homes from the 1950s and 1960s. They’re primarily arranged on curving streets in wooded residential communities and often feature large lawns framed by trees and decorated with rounded shrubbery. Prices here range widely, starting around $300,000 for a two-bedroom condo and topping $1.25 million for a five-bedroom mansion. Swain says location plays a big role in what buyers ultimately shell out. “You pay for convenience. You’re going to pay a little bit more to be right there in all the action,” she explains.Innovative fare at The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
According to Pitts, the North Hills Shopping Mall is a major perk of living in Midtown Raleigh. “It’s a walkable, mixed-use urban area with many restaurants and shops. There are yoga classes held on the lawn there and a weekly farmers market on the commons,” Pitts says. Residents can indulge in imaginative fusion combinations at The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar. A fine dining experience can be found at The Capital Grille, while STIR serves worldly eats in contemporary digs. When residents have a sweet tooth, they order lattes and banana Nutella waffles at Jubala Coffee. For a fun evening out, locals visit Clouds Brewing for German-inspired beer and trivia or catch the latest blockbuster at Regal North Hills. Groceries and the essentials are also conveniently close in Midtown, with Harris Teeter, Wegmans, Trader Joe’s and Target all in the neighborhood.Relax at Midtown Park or walk through the woods at Shelley Lake Park
Midtown Park at North Hills is an urban green space surrounded by shops and apartment buildings. Residents can walk on the sidewalks, lounge on the lawn, or enjoy events at the outdoor amphitheater. “In the spring, they have the Beach Music Series every Thursday evening. Different bands come out from 6-9 p.m. There are food trucks, drinks and vendors. You set up on the lawn and have a good time,” says Ashley Denny, a Raleigh resident and Realtor with Choice Residential Real Estate. When residents prefer a more natural landscape, they drive to Shelley Lake Park for forested trails, a playground and a large lake for fishing. Runners, walkers and cyclists can stretch their legs on the nearby Crabtree Creek Trail, 16 miles of paved path weaving through the forest south of the neighborhood.A-rated schools in Midtown Raleigh
Children here can attend Wake County Schools, which is ranked the second-best school district in the Raleigh area by Niche. J. Y. Joyner Magnet Elementary has an A rating and is sought-after for its Center for Spanish Language, which helps students develop literacy in both English and Spanish. Students advance to A-rated Oberlin Magnet Middle and continue learning at A-minus-rated Broughton Magnet High, where students can begin career preparation through the Career Academy of Hospitality, Tourism and Sports Marketing. Students in this program follow curriculums tailored to their field of interest and attend courses in small, personalized groups. Saint David’s School and Saint Timothy’s School are nearby options for families interested in private education.Hop on a GoRaleigh bus
With plenty of sidewalks, especially in North Hills, Midtown is quite walkable. Cyclists can use bike-friendly roads to reach Crabtree Creek Trail for longer rides. Those without wheels can board a GoRaleigh bus to get around town, with stops dispersed across the neighborhood. Most residents, though, depend on personal vehicles to commute to work downtown, a 5-mile drive. Interstate 440 runs through the middle of the community, providing easy access to the rest of the Research Triangle. Durham is 25 miles away, and Chapel Hill is 30 miles away. For out-of-town trips, Raleigh-Durham International is less than a 16-mile drive.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ashley Denny
Choice Residential Real Estate
(877) 812-8918
110 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Raleigh
$235,000 Price
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Gretchen Coley
Compass -- Raleigh
(984) 459-7838
1,062 Total Sales
5 in Midtown Raleigh
$310K - $1M Price Range
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Lee Goldstein
Responds QuicklyIntrust Realty, Inc.
(984) 789-3355
125 Total Sales
2 in Midtown Raleigh
$275K - $700K Price Range
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Tom Menges
Coldwell Banker HPW
(877) 845-1375
67 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Raleigh
$358,300 Price
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Johnny Chappell
Compass -- Raleigh
(984) 276-2674
856 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Raleigh
$630,000 Price
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Gilliam Kittrell
Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
(866) 257-8183
76 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Raleigh
$408,500 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Midtown Raleigh | US |
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Homicide | 4 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 4 | 4 |
Burglary | 6 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
Larceny | 9 | 4 |
Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Midtown Raleigh Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown Raleigh, Raleigh sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Midtown Raleigh, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $809,751.
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