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Bedford at Falls River

Bedford at Falls River

Neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina

Wake County 27614

$668,445 Average Value
$233 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Bedford at Falls River was made for almost every budget

When some people move to Raleigh, they want to be close to the downtown scene but in a quiet residential area. Bedford at Falls River is just that: a community designed for anyone needing a small townhouse or a grand estate, while being 30 minutes from jobs in downtown Raleigh. “Bedford is a planned, urban development, so it really targets all different buyers,” says Sue Greer, a Realtor and team lead of the Sue Greer Team with Allen Tate. “You’ve got townhouses, and you’ve got Charleston-style homes. And you even have a section called the Estates. In the middle of the neighborhood, there are some shops and a wonderful pool with a full-time activity director and lots of activities for all ages. It’s a complete lifestyle community. The theme of it was based on the movie 'It’s a Wonderful Life.' There’s even a town square surrounded by townhouses where they’ll do different activities for the kids, like at Halloween. It hits a lot of needs.”

Townhouses, single-family homes and large estates

Construction started in Bedford at Falls River around 2006, and there are sections of townhouses and detached single-family homes with bungalow or Charleston-style designs. “Basically, you can go from a small townhouse to a larger one,” Greer says. “You could go from a small cottage house to an estate-type home. So, the real estate there targets a multitude of needs.” Townhouses range between $300,000 and $500,000, while detached single-family homes can sell for $500,000 to $900,000. Large Craftsmans in a section called Bedford Estates have at least four bedrooms and can sell for over $1 million due to their size.  On average, homes sell after being on the market for 17 days, while the national average is 44. “I had an estate home on the market, and the amount of showings and offers was incredible,” Greer says. “It would have sold in five minutes, but I cut off the showings after a day and a half. One of my agents also had one in a different section, and the same thing happened. There’s never a lot for sale, but people want to be there.”

Driving to downtown Raleigh and nearby destinations

Sidewalks line most residential streets, and tall trees shade the walkways and modest yards. The nearest bus stops are along Raven Ridge Road near the Falls River Town Center, so most residents rely on their cars to get around. Commuters have about a 30-minute drive from the community to downtown Raleigh, 15 miles south. Falls of Neuse Road is the area's main route, leading to destinations like WakeMed North Hospital. Falls of Neuse Road also connects to Interstate 540, which drivers use to reach the Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Students attend highly-rated schools

Students can attend Abbotts Creek Elementary, which earns an A from Niche. Abbotts Creek has an enrollment cap, so when the maximum attendance is met, enrollment flows over to the B-rated Fox Road Elementary. Wakefield Middle School receives an A-minus. Wakefield High School gets a B-plus and offers the Career & College Promise program that allows students to take courses through Wake Tech Community College. Bedford at Falls River is about 30 minutes from the A-rated North Carolina State University.

Community parks and a popular recreation center

The community has three playground parks: Bailey Park, Pottersville Park and Jellystone Park. When residents want to cool off when summer weather reaches into the 90s, they head to the recreation center. The center’s community pool is near the volleyball and tennis courts and playground. Hikers and bikers can park at the lot off Falls River Avenue or Bedfordtown Drive before hitting the 28-mile Neuse River Greenway trail.

Shops and restaurants about 20 minutes away

“Lafayette Village and the Lifetime Fitness are five minutes away,” Greer says. “You can just as easily come into Raleigh or Wake Forest to dine. There are a lot of restaurants and places within a 15-to-20-minute radius.” The Shoppes at Bedford is a small center in the heart of the community, where residents can walk to North Raleigh Spa & Salon or Bedford Food & Drink. Residents can also drive south along Falls of Neuse Road to Falls River Town Center to shop for groceries at Food Lion, order seafood at Nantucket Grill or find craft supplies at Oak City Fibers. North of the community, Wakefield Crossing also features a Food Lion and the Wakefield Tavern.

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Transit

Airport

Raleigh-Durham International

25 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bedford at Falls River US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$676,500
Median Single Family Price
$675,750
Median Townhouse Price
$412,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$233
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
138
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$667,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,580
Median Year Built
2005
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,825
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,152
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    4210 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC 27614

    $724,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,655 Sq Ft
    • 4210 Falls River Ave
    • New 3 days ago

    BREATHTAKING gorgeous home on .39 acres in sought after BEDFORD at Falls River! Screened Porch! HARDWOOD floors! GOURMET Kitchen features gas range, copper sinks, transom cabinets, designer backsplash, quartz countertops, walk-in pantry & wine cooler. Dishwasher/range/microwave-2021! Breakfast room. Formal dining. HVAC-2024. Tankless water heater-2024. Roof-2011. Owners Suite features

    anita oxford Compass -- Raleigh

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    11210 Lofty Heights Place, Raleigh, NC 27614

    $309,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,364 Sq Ft
    • 11210 Lofty Heights Place
    • New 9 days ago

    Updated and well maintained townhome in the heart of popular Bedford! Lovely tree-lined streets lead you to this charming residence with 2BR and 2.5 baths. Just unpack your belongings and move right in! Updated LVP flooring (no carpet) on main level. The Kitchen pops with it's bright cabinets and beautiful granite countertops. Could be an easy roommate situation with 2 Large bedrooms with private

    Betsy Luckett Navigate Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,411
Median Age
43
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$141,276
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$165,786

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99%
College Graduates
67.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.1%
% Population in Labor Force
81.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

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®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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