Cleveland residents plant one foot in the country and one foot in the suburbs. This community south of Raleigh is a collection of subdivisions interspersed with still-undeveloped forests and pastures. It straddles the inner ring of Raleigh suburbs and the rural exurbs, says Exp Realty Realtor Doug Baer, who has sold homes across the Triangle region since 2020. “People think of Benson, a town to the south, as being way far out there, but they think of Garner, to the north, of being in the city. This is the best of both worlds.” A drive around Cleveland will reveal country backroads and clusters of cows, but the character of the area is increasingly shifting as new homes pop up all over. “It won’t be considered rural for very long,” Baer says.
Cleveland is growing fast, but there are still plenty of family farm in the community.
Pickleball has taken hold everywhere including Cleveland.
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Neighborhood boasts wide yards
Cleveland’s housing options are concentrated in subdivisions that sprout off Cleveland Road, which runs east to west through most of the neighborhood. The subdivisions each feature distinct architectural identities, with neo-colonials lined up in some, while Cape Cod-inspired houses fill others. New builds are also common, spurred by Raleigh’s seemingly nonstop outward growth, Baer says. “There are a ton of homebuilders out here. I don’t think they’re stopping anytime soon.” What most of the homes have in common is they stand on wide yards, with the median lot size measuring more than half an acre. With an average size of 2,200 square feet, houses provide ample space inside and out. Homeowners likely will appreciate that fact, as there isn’t recreation or entertainment within walking distance of most houses. Three-bedroom homes can be bought in the low $400,000s, with similarly sized new construction available in the mid-$400,000s. Prices stretch into the $800,000s for custom four-bedroom new builds.
Cleveland also has homes that residents enjoy large acreage and beautiful surroundings.
Covered outdoor space gives Cleveland residents a chance to enjoy the outdoors in all weather.
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Enjoying the flora at the botanical garden
Kids who want to join a youth sports league sign up through the Greater Cleveland Athletic Association. The nonprofit’s athletic complex in the neighborhood hosts baseball, basketball, soccer, softball and volleyball games. At Juniper Level Botanic Garden, visitors can explore 28 acres of plants from around the world, but only for eight weekends out of the year when the garden is open. Some subdivisions, including Summerwind Plantation and Adams Point have pools and clubhouses maintained by a homeowner's association.
Natural beauty can be found everywhere you look in the Cleveland area open spaces.
There is plenty of green space for Cleveland residents to enjoy year round.
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A high school offering college courses
Cleveland Elementary, Middle and High School all earn a Niche grade of B-plus. High School students are able to earn a certificate, a diploma or college course credits through the high school’s Career & College Promise Program. The program allows students to take college classes, as well as complete technical education certificates or diplomas in fields such as accounting or cosmetology, from Johnston Community College.
Many young students start their education at the Cleveland Elementary School.
Continuing their knowledge and skills growth Cleveland Middle prepares youth for high school.
Cleveland High School graduates are prepared with the education they need for success.
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Events at the Cleveland Fire Department
Cleveland hosts parades for both Christmas and the 4th of July. The Independence Day celebration begins with a pancake breakfast and features a food truck rodeo in addition to the parade. It ends with a fireworks display at dusk. Residents can check The American Wildlife Refuge’s calendar for educational events. The nonprofit rehabilitation center for eagles, hawks and other raptors frequently puts on events at its facility in the neighborhood. In October, kids alternate between trick or treating and holding a resident vulture at the Owl-A-Ween festival.
Find food trucks on a daily basis near GCAA park across from the firehouse in Cleveland.
There are lots of fun restaurants for locals like Draft & Vine in the heart of Cleveland.
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I-40 gives Cleveland residents easy access to Raleigh and other nearby destinations in the area.
Commuters have a direct route to downtown Raleigh
Cleveland lies beyond the reach of the regional public bus system, but Raleigh is a straight shot by car. Interstate 40 cuts through the neighborhood, and motorists use the highway to cruise 18 miles north into downtown Raleigh. Raleigh is home to major employers, including the state government and tech giant IBM. It’s also the site of culture and entertainment hotspots, such as the North Carolina Museum of Art and PNC Arena, where the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes play. Continuing along I-40 for 15 miles west of downtown Raleigh leads to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, the metro’s primary airport. Meanwhile, the nearest full-service hospital is UNC Health Johnston Clayton, 6 miles away in Clayton.
Two major shopping centers with big box stores
A pair of shopping centers on the west side of the neighborhood makes it convenient to knock out shopping or find a spot to dine out. Locals can find hot dogs and cheeseburgers for lunch at Snoopy’s; this joint is an express version of the original Snoopy’s that opened in Raleigh in the ‘70s. For a cup of coffee, there's Ugly Mug Bean & Brew. Nearby is a Food Lion grocery store, while a Walmart Supercenter and Lowe’s Home Improvement are found down the street. Homeowners on the east end of Cleveland will find it quicker to zip to the intersection of Cleveland Road and McLemore Road near the center of the neighborhood. Here they'll find a rotating selection of beer and wine at the couches of Draft & Vine.
Grocery and other shopping needs are within easy reach for Cleveland residents.
There are lots of fun restaurants for Cleveland locals like Draft & Vine nearby.
Walmart Super Center is located just 10 minutes from most of the Cleveland area.
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Parks in this Area
Greater Cleveland Athletic Association Fields
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Cleveland Springs Community Playground
Clayton Community Center
Municipal Park
Clayton Community Park
Bingham Station Playground
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
44 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cleveland
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cleveland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cleveland, Willow Spring sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cleveland, Willow Spring over the last 12 months is $407,532, down 3% 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
30,594
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,944
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,107
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.2%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
75.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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