Sunset Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina
Wake County 27607, 27608
No two homes alike
Homes in Sunset Hills sit on wide, walkable streets. While only about 4 miles from Downtown Raleigh, the neighborhood is quiet, and the streets feel secluded from the metropolitan hubbub. No two houses look the same in Sunset Hills, and many properties have unique architectural features like stately columns, stone facades or sloping gabled roofs. There’s a blend between historic properties – primarily built in the 1950s – and new construction, with prices starting around the mid $600,000 range and reaching about $2 million. There are also a few townhouse options in the upper $400,000 range.
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Pocket parks and golf courses
There are some pocket parks, like Windemere Beaver Dam Park and Banbury Park, that are walkable from some houses. They feature playgrounds and a few benches. For a larger outdoor experience, Jaycee Park is just outside Sunset Hills. There are courts and fields for tennis, sand volleyball, baseball and softball, as well as two brand-new, sprawling playgrounds. The Jaycee Community Center, which has various fitness facilities and hosts events throughout the year, a Daylily Garden and a dog run are also in the park. Close by is the Carolina Country Club, which has an 18-hole private course in addition to a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts and more for members.
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A's for neighborhood schools
Students are zoned for the Wake County School District and can attend Lacy Elementary before LeRoy Martin Magnet Middle School. Niche gives these schools grades of A. Students can finish their public education at Broughton Magnet High School, which receives an A-minus from Niche. Broughton offers students nearly 20 Advanced Placement (AP) classes, almost 30 International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and foreign language studies in German, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
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4 miles to Downtown Raleigh
Starting on Wade Avenue, locals can reach Downtown Raleigh in about 4 miles. “It’s an easy commute into Downtown Raleigh,” Owen says. “It’s an easy 10-minute drive or a quick Uber to the entertainment, restaurants and shops Downtown.” When it’s time to fly, the Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 12 miles northeast. Nearby are two higher education institutions: North Carolina State University and Meredith College. Owen says, “The universities being close by only has a positive impact on the community. Locals love going to the sporting events they provide, and a lot of professors live nearby.”
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Near Cameron Village
Locals can grab groceries from Whole Foods Market at Ridgewood Shopping Center, just outside the neighborhood. Also, here, there’s a Walgreens, a nail salon and a few retailers, like Orvis. To eat out, Taco Bamba is a popular spot, serving wide-ranging taco selections with fresh ingredients. Glenwood Village is another nearby shopping center. Here, locals can grab groceries from Harris Teeter or eat out at one of the various restaurants, like Glenwood Grill, which serves southern cooking, or Hako Sushi, the neighborhood's go-to for handrolls and sashimi. “The neighborhood is really close to The Village District – formerly known as Cameron Village – which has some great dining and shopping options,” Owen says. “That’s definitely a draw.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anthony Fink
Anthony Fink
Linda Craft Team, REALTORS
(984) 867-2209
65 Total Sales
1 in Sunset Hills
$2,500,000 Price
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Leslie Douglas
Leslie Douglas
The Douglas Realty Group
(984) 208-2861
87 Total Sales
2 in Sunset Hills
$1,345,000 Price Range
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Jason Pittman
Jason Pittman
Ammons Pittman Property Manage
(984) 867-2814
49 Total Sales
6 in Sunset Hills
$475K - $825K Price Range
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Sallie Wall
Sallie Wall
Raleigh Custom Realty, LLC
(984) 205-3697
38 Total Sales
1 in Sunset Hills
$1,705,000 Price
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Susan Doninger Greer
Susan Doninger Greer
Allen Tate/Raleigh-Glenwood
(984) 833-2250
163 Total Sales
1 in Sunset Hills
$1,572,092 Price
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Linda Craft
Linda Craft
Linda Craft Team, REALTORS
(984) 459-7445
929 Total Sales
2 in Sunset Hills
$939K - $2.5M Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Chamberlain Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Windemere Beaver Dam Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Pollock Place Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Hymettus Woods Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Jaycee Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Isabella Cannon Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Banbury Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sunset Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sunset Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sunset Hills, Raleigh sell after 135 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset Hills, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $1,425,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,512,500
Median Sale Price
$1,425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$962,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,660,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$444
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
541
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,332
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,369
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,773
Median Age
42
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$143,622
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$178,287
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
85.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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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