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Forestville has over 10 unique subdivisions.
Clustered subdivisions on the Neuse River
Forestville is an ideal location for those who want a suburban escape from the bustling city of Raleigh, without being completely insulated from the natural environment around them. Trails, rivers, creeks and lakes give the area a distinct outdoorsy vibe, while more than 10 unique subdivisions offer idyllic living for residents.
Within the subdivisions, visitors may get the sense that they’ve been transported to a scene in a family sitcom on television: neatly laid-out streets, fresh-concrete sidewalks, matching mailboxes, and SUVs parked in most driveways. But the community has an interest in getting their hands dirty.
“The community that we’re surrounded with is absolutely wonderful and super supportive,” says Gabriel Adams, owner of Half-A-Barn Farms on Mitchell Road at the northeast edge of the neighborhood. Adams and his wife started the farm in 2017 as a personal project and later expanded into a business. “People started hiring us almost immediately to teach them to grow.”
There are some smaller yards available in Forestville for those who want low maintenance.
Distinct subdivisions with their own character
The neighborhood is full of different subdivisions and named communities, each with a distinctive character. Areas like Neuse Crossing or Heron Park offer a more mature development, with larger yards and tree cover to provide privacy between homes, while Subdivisions like Massey Preserve or 5401 North offer newer construction with smaller yards and much closer neighbors. Most homes here are considered New Traditional, a building style that mixes elements from older architectural styles and modern Millennium designs. There are also town house developments for a more dense and urban-feeling atmosphere. Town houses generally sell for around $350,000, while freestanding homes are generally listed for $350,000 to $500,000 for new construction.
The Neuse River runs through Forestville.
River recreation
The Neuse River cuts through Forestville neighborhood and offers myriad opportunities for outdoor recreation. The Neuse River Trail runs for more than 25 miles through Wake County and neighboring areas. The paved trail follows the path of the Neuse River and connects to other greenways, with plenty of access from nearby neighborhood trails and trailheads throughout the western side of Forestville. For direct access, the 25-acre River Bend Park features a launch for kayaks and canoes as well as a playground.
The trails, greenways and boating opportunities are a significant draw to the area, according to Adams. “There’s a lot of interest – I mean, who doesn’t like outside? Weirdos, that’s who.”
River Bend Park features a vibrant playspace for Forestville families.
Essentials in the neighborhood, other attractions nearby
There aren’t many options for shopping and dining within the Forestville neighborhood, but shopping centers along bustling Louisville Road provides the essentials. Residents can head to Food Lion for groceries and Sergio’s Pizza for authentic New York pizza. Heyday Brewing, which opened in 2021, has 36 taps that rotate locally-brewed beers to be enjoyed in a family-friendly taproom and patio. There’s also an extensive pub menu curated by an executive chef and features modern comfort food like pepperoni pizza with hot honey.
While the neighborhood itself may not be a retail hub, Triangle Town Center shopping mall is located 5 miles away and includes anchor stores like Dillard’s and Belk as well as boutique and chain retailers. The mall also includes Urban Air Adventure Park, which offers bumper cars, climbing walls, and a trampoline park.
River Bend Middle School of Raleigh, NC, is part of the Wake County Public School System.
Schools for K-12 and beyond
Students in Forestville may attend Harris Creek Elementary School, which has a year-round calendar of nine weeks of schooling with three weeks off in between. The school has an A-minus rating on Niche. From there, they will move on to Rolesville Middle School, which also has an A-minus rating and a 17 to 1 student-teacher ratio. Rolesville High School has a B rating and is home to the Rolesville Rams.
Forestville is also home to the Scott Northern Wake campus of Wake Technical Community College, where students have more than 20 different areas of study to choose from, from education and cybersecurity to welding and pastry arts.
Forestville is also home to the Scott Northern Wake campus of Wake Technical Community College, where students have more than 20 different areas of study to choose from, from education and cybersecurity to welding and pastry arts.
Forestville has over 10 unique subdivisions.
Connect to Raleigh and Wake County
Commuters can take Highway 401 directly into Raleigh or further north to the rest of Wake County. The neighborhood also borders Interstate 540, which arcs around Raleigh’s northern side, making for easy access to the surrounding area, including Research Triangle Park. However, the desirability of the area is making it more difficult to get around. “One thing that’s kind of a bummer is that since it’s so nice, it’s developed so fast, and traffic is abysmal now,” Adams said. Residents have access to two hospitals within ten miles: Duke Raleigh Hospital, located 10 miles southwest of the neighborhood, and WakeMed North Hospital, also 10 miles away to the northwest.
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Parks in this Area
River Bend Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Kayak/Canoe
Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
WRAL Soccer Park
Soccer
Events
Concessions
Fox Road Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Berkshire Downs West Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Neuse River Greenway
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
30 min drive
Bus
Wake Tech Community College - North
Bus
Louisburg Rd & Fox Rd
Bus
Louisburg Rd & Harnett Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forestville
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forestville, Raleigh sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Forestville, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $390,881, down 1% from the average 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
34,326
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,386
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,309
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.1%
College Graduates
46.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
78%
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®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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