Lisa Hayes
Compass -- Cary
(984) 208-2968
109 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$873,000 Price
Southwest Morrisville
Suburban Neighborhood in Morrisville, North Carolina
Wake County 27560
Located 10 minutes from Research Triangle Park is the small but busy suburb of Southwest Morrisville. Members of this community enjoy having all their commercial and recreational needs in one residence with all the advantages of the city’s urban center.
The homes in the Southwest Morrisville market typically sell in the $300,000s up to the $800,000s and come in various traditional brick and wood styles. Whether you’re interested in Cape Cod properties or traditional brick Colonial-style houses, the neighborhood is filled with different designs on trimmed green lawns. The area is highly walkable, with plenty of sidewalks and roads that take residents directly to the nearest amenities and shopping destinations, and create a close and cozy atmosphere between neighbors.
A walkable residence means those who live here can take a leisurely stroll to a handful of parks surrounding Southwest Morrisville. Grace Park Greenway connects Southwest Morrisville to the neighboring Twin Lakes and provides an idyllic walking trail for runners and dogwalkers alike. On the western side is Carpenter Park, a 16-acre green space known for its communal garden and amenities such as a children’s play space and picnic shelters. For something bigger, head south to Morrisville Community Park and enjoy some friendly competition on baseball, softball and T-ball fields. If you prefer indoor recreation, get active at the NetSports athletic club or enjoy a quiet reading hour at the Morrisville Community Library to the east on Town Hall Drive.
McCrimmon Corners, conveniently located in the middle of Southwest Morrisville, is the primary shopping hub for residents. This commercial center houses Harris Teeter, a few supply stores and medical facilities. Head down Davis Drive to peruse a host of professional services, beauty salons, restaurants, and convenience stores sprinkled along the neighborhood’s west side. While there’s no shortage of popular chain restaurants, residents enjoy the local establishments, like Chatt Mandi for authentic Indian cuisine and Andia's Homemade Ice Cream for sweet, after-dinner sundaes.
Between shopping and exploring the parks, kids and young adults living in Southwest Morrisville attend school in the Wake County Public Schools district. Parkside Elementary School is just to the north, where young kids enjoy the campus’s student journalism club and volunteer programs for families. West Cary Middle School has been educating younger teens for over 50 years with many long-standing traditions, from the annual Color Run race to a vibrant PTSA. Green Hope High School prides itself on the dozens of teams making up its Green Hope Falcons community and encourages physical development with sporty summer camps for students.
One of the biggest perks of Southwest Morrisville is its proximity to Research Triangle Park, North Carolina’s famous innovation hub, which makes Morrisville a stand-out town in the country. “It’s one of the top two cities for CEOs and international companies to bring their business to,” says Mike Montpetit, Broker with Town & Country Realty, Inc. The Triangle employs over 60,000 employees who originate from across the globe, and Southwest Morrisville provides them with a home less than 10 miles away. Beyond its iconic business epicenter, Morrisville has a rich local culture with many big events, from the International Festival to annual holiday events.
With a strong commercial presence and quick access to the most popular parts of the town, Southwest Morrisville is a cozy and convenient residence.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lisa Hayes
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Chad Jemison
Chad Jemison
Keller Williams Legacy
(984) 999-9260
207 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$440,000 Price
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Patrick Cullnan
Patrick Cullnan
eXp Realty, LLC - C
(984) 205-5503
61 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$390,000 Price
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Alex Rivers
Alex Rivers
Imagination Homes LLC
(833) 702-4203
110 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$3,017 Price
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Warren Hall
Warren Hall
Responds QuicklyChoice Residential Real Estate
(888) 716-3071
153 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$565,000 Price
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Jit Man Basnet
Jit Man Basnet
Responds QuicklyUnited Real Estate Triangle
(833) 359-6487
100 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Morrisville
$395,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Grace Park Greenway
- Trails
Northwest Park
Patriot's Playground
- Playground
Morrisville Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Carpenter Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Church Street Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southwest Morrisville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Morrisville, Morrisville sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southwest Morrisville, Morrisville over the last 12 months is $589,090, down 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$480,000
Median Single Family Price
$579,500
Median Townhouse Price
$510,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$258
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
530
Median Year Built
2008
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,308
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,887
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Thursday, Apr 248am - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,816
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,635
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$161,416
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
72.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 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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