Safest Neighborhoods in Wake County, NC

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  Hayes Barton

  Directly north of downtown Raleigh, Hayes Barton is a desirable historic neighborhood established in the early 1900s. The neighborhood was designed by Earle Sumner Draper, a well-known landscape architect, who approached his design from a naturalistic perspective. Rather than leveling hills and removing trees, Draper preferred to allow the natural

  • Average Value

    $1.64M

  • List Price

    $135K - $1.8M

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    2 Listings

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  Glenwood

  Glenwood in Raleigh offers suburban living near downtown with highly rated Wake County Schools. Access to Greenway Trails and the North Carolina Museum of Art, along with various shopping centers, adds to its appeal.

  • Average Value

    $1.50M

  • List Price

    $156K - $2.3M

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    10 Listings

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  Fallon Park

  Two miles north of downtown Raleigh, Fallon Park is a residential neighborhood and partial historic district known for its upscale suburban appeal paired with a convenient location. There are several distinct housing communities within the neighborhood that range from early 20th-century subdivisions to newer developments with modern townhomes.

  • Average Value

    $1.33M

  • List Price

    $140K - $1.8M

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    3 Listings

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  MacGregor Downs

  MacGregor Downs in Cary features custom homes near a Scottish-influenced country club. The neighborhood has highly rated schools and is close to Apex Community Park, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, and Waverly Place Shopping Center.

  • Average Value

    $1.30M

  • List Price

    $372K - $5.2M

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    4 Listings

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  Sunset Hills

  Sunset Hills in Raleigh features unique homes on quiet streets, 4 miles from downtown. Residents enjoy Jaycee Park and nearby Ridgewood Shopping Center. Schools like Lacy Elementary and LeRoy Martin Magnet Middle are highly rated.

  • Average Value

    $1.27M

  • List Price

    $135K - $579K

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    2 Listings

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  Five Points East

  Developed between the early 1910s and mid-20th century, Five Points East is a historic residential community located 2 miles from downtown Raleigh. “It’s been a desirable neighborhood for decades,” says Lexie Batchelor, a principal broker with Dogwood Properties who has sold several homes in the area. This neighborhood has two historic districts:

  • Average Value

    $898K

  • List Price

    $118K - $5.2M

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    6 Listings

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  Falls Lake

  Falls Lake in Wake Forest features diverse homes near state parks and Falls Lake State Recreation Area. The area offers hiking trails, water activities, and highly rated schools. It's conveniently located for Raleigh commuters.

  • Average Value

    $860K

  • List Price

    $156K - $3.3M

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    64 Listings

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  Stonebridge

  A collection of over 500 homes on private, wooded land, Stonebridge is a tucked-away subdivision with built-in amenities maintained by an active homeowners association. "Although a little further out than the other neighborhoods in north Raleigh, Stonebridge is a very desirable area,” says Mark Parker, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Howard Perry

  • Average Value

    $858K

  • List Price

    $190K - $451K

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    1 Listing

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  Carpenter

  Carpenter in Cary boasts highly rated schools and low crime risk. The area features Carpenter Park, historic Farm Supply Co., and greenway trails. New and established communities provide diverse housing near Raleigh and Durham.

  • Average Value

    $794K

  • List Price

    $196K - $1.6M

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    3 Listings

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  Wildwood Green

  In Raleigh’s far north suburbs, Wildwood Green is an idyllic country club and golf course community where stately homes line lush, well-maintained fairways. “In this neighborhood, you’re pretty much going to find all single-family homes mostly built around the year 1990,” says Kathy Pitney, a local Realtor with Keller Williams Elite Realty.

  • Average Value

    $763K

  • List Price

    $111K - $1.5M

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    2 Listings

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  Middle Creek

  Middle Creek in Cary is a fast-growing rural community with ranch-style homes. It has highly rated schools, numerous parks, and shopping areas. The crime risk is below the national average, and it is close to I-40 and Raleigh.

  • Average Value

    $756K

  • List Price

    $79K - $2.3M

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    58 Listings

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  North Ridge

  North Ridge in Raleigh blends suburban charm with upscale living. Residents enjoy North Ridge Country Club and Falls Village Shopping Center. The area includes highly rated schools.

  • Average Value

    $742K

  • List Price

    $86K - $903K

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    6 Listings

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  Southwest Morrisville

  Southwest Morrisville in Morrisville features diverse homes in a walkable setting. Residents enjoy parks like Grace Park Greenway, local eateries, and shopping at McCrimmon Corners, all near Research Triangle Park.

  • Average Value

    $723K

  • List Price

    $222K - $911K

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    4 Listings

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  Reserve at Lake Lynn

  The Reserve at Lake Lynn encapsulates several neighborhoods and subdivisions surrounding the namesake body of water. The trees and wildlife, especially turtles, around the lake make the area feel more remote, and there are loops and walking trails to explore the scenic location further. The neighborhood is between Interstates 540 and 440 — also

  • Average Value

    $676K

  • List Price

    $248K - $1.5M

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    7 Listings

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  Stonehenge

  In the large neighborhood of Stonehenge, northwest Raleigh amenities are a short drive away. “The thing that’s really cool about Stonehenge is that it’s between the beltline,” says Mark Parker, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston who used to live in the neighborhood. “There’s Interstate 440, our inner beltline, and Interstate

  • Average Value

    $658K

  • List Price

    $165K - $1.1M

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    7 Listings

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  Holly Springs

  Holly Springs, NC is a growing suburb in the Triangle region. The town features a quaint downtown, biotech companies, and Ting Park for sports. It has highly rated schools and crime rates lower than the national average.

  • Average Value

    $607K

  • List Price

    $167K - $4.2M

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    53 Listings

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  Twin Lakes

  Twin Lakes in Cary has Martha Stewart-inspired homes, a community pool, and tennis courts. Highly rated schools serve the area. McCrimmon Corners provides shopping and dining. Nearby are Hatchs Pond and Carpenter Park.

  • Average Value

    $590K

  • List Price

    $252K - $1.7M

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    1 Listing

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  Umstead

  Umstead in Raleigh includes luxurious homes near William B. Umstead State Park. The neighborhood offers highly rated schools, shopping centers, and convenient highway access to Raleigh's attractions.

  • Average Value

    $571K

  • List Price

    $91K - $1.5M

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    11 Listings

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  Stonehenge East

  Part of the larger Stonehenge subdivision in North Raleigh, Stonehenge East is a residential pocket of homes and condominiums located on the eastern side of Creedmoor Road. “This neighborhood has access to a whole lot of different things,” says Kathy Pitney, a local real estate agent with Keller Williams Elite Realty. She points out that despite

  • Average Value

    $571K

  • List Price

    $237K - $773K

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    1 Listing

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  Morrisville

  With Research Triangle Park and Raleigh-Durham International Airport as its neighbors, Morrisville has established itself as one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, hosting offices for top companies like Oracle, Lenovo and Syneos Health. In 2000, only 5,000 people were living here, but today, this diverse Wake County town is home to

  • Average Value

    $566K

  • List Price

    $160K - $1.4M

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    15 Listings

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  Long Lake

  Long Lake is a planned residential suburb just off Glenwood Avenue near the Raleigh-Durham International Airport. “Out near the airport, it’s close to some of the more industrial areas,” says Kathy Pitney, a local real estate agent with Keller Williams Elite Realty. “Long Lake is right behind the Girl Scout building – which seems random, but it’s

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    $556K

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    0 Listings

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  Wake Forest

  Wake Forest, NC, 18 miles north of Raleigh, offers parks, greenway trails, and a walkable downtown with art galleries. This growing town of 54,000 residents is served by highly rated Wake County Public Schools.

  • Average Value

    $530K

  • List Price

    $155K - $11.7M

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    57 Listings

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  Breckenridge

  Breckenridge in Morrisville features early 2000s homes, highly rated schools, and a swim and tennis club. Residents enjoy events and nearby shopping at McCrimmon Corners. The area is safer than the national average.

  • Average Value

    $506K

  • List Price

    $193K - $2M

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    9 Listings

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  Fuquay-Varina

  Fuquay-Varina, NC features two historic downtowns and 20 parks. The town hosts community events like Celebrate Fuquay-Varina and has highly rated schools. U.S. Route 401 connects residents to Raleigh, 18 miles away.

  • Average Value

    $488K

  • List Price

    $134K - $2.4M

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    48 Listings

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  Garner

  Garner, NC, a growing Research Triangle town, blends small-town charm with Raleigh proximity. Residents enjoy Lake Wheeler and White Deer Park. The area has highly rated schools and a lower violent crime rate than Raleigh.

  • Average Value

    $453K

  • List Price

    $169K - $1.4M

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    42 Listings

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