The map shows where residents in Northwest Raleigh and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
Desireability Index
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The most desired areas tend to be in the northwest parts of the neighborhood, while more affordable homes are in the southwest regions.
Median house prices in Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC are $470,869, meaning Northwest Raleigh homes are more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of neighborhoods with similar populations and found homes in Northwest Raleigh cost about the same.
Comparing within Raleigh, Northwest Raleigh home prices are more expensive than the city's average of $409,313. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Northwest Raleigh varies greatly.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC average a SchoolGrade of A with 60% actual proficiency vs 51% projected. Overall, schools in Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC greatly exceed expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Northwest Raleigh, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)