$1,244,199Average Value$423Average Price per Sq Ft8Homes For Sale
Sunset Hills is only a few minutes from downtown Raleigh.
Beltline neighborhood
Sunset Hills, about 4 miles from Downtown Raleigh, offers secluded streets and architecturally unique properties. “Sunset Hills is one of those little neighborhoods inside The Beltline,” says Mollie Owens, a Realtor with Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby’s International Realty, who has 25 years of experience selling in Raleigh. “There’s a lot of small neighborhoods within the Beltline – and they’re very sought after – but they don’t have defined signs marking them.” Sunset Hills residents enjoy a short commute to Raleigh’s attractions, top-rated schools and access to some of the city’s best shopping without feeling like they’re in the thick of it.
No two homes alike
Homes in Sunset Hills sit on wide, walkable streets. While only about 4 miles from Downtown Raleigh, the neighborhood is quiet, and the streets feel secluded from the metropolitan hubbub. No two houses look the same in Sunset Hills, and many properties have unique architectural features like stately columns, stone facades or sloping gabled roofs. There’s a blend between historic properties – primarily built in the 1950s – and new construction, with prices starting around the mid $600,000 range and reaching about $2 million. There are also a few townhouse options in the upper $400,000 range.
No two houses look the same in Sunset Hills neighborhood.
Modern homes are popping up in the Sunset Hills neighborhood.
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A's for neighborhood schools
Students are zoned for the Wake County School District and can attend Lacy Elementary before LeRoy Martin Magnet Middle School. Niche gives these schools grades of A. Students can finish their public education at Broughton Magnet High School, which receives an A-minus from Niche. Broughton offers students nearly 20 Advanced Placement (AP) classes, almost 30 International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and foreign language studies in German, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
Frances Lacy Elementary School is located in Raleigh, NC.
Leroy Martin Magnet is located in Sunset Hills in Raleigh, NC.
Needham B. Broughton High School on of Raleigh's oldest high schools in the Village District.
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Pocket parks and golf courses
There are some pocket parks, like Windemere Beaver Dam Park and Banbury Park, that are walkable from some houses. They feature playgrounds and a few benches. For a larger outdoor experience, Jaycee Park is just outside Sunset Hills. There are courts and fields for tennis, sand volleyball, baseball and softball, as well as two brand-new, sprawling playgrounds. The Jaycee Community Center, which has various fitness facilities and hosts events throughout the year, a Daylily Garden and a dog run are also in the park. Close by is the Carolina Country Club, which has an 18-hole private course in addition to a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts and more for members.
Windemere Beaver Dam Park has a field where kids like to play.
Banbury Park is a small neighborhood park in Sunset Hills in Raleigh, NC.
The Jaycee Community Center is located just outside Sunset Hills.
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Near Cameron Village
Locals can grab groceries from Whole Foods Market at Ridgewood Shopping Center, just outside the neighborhood. Also, here, there’s a Walgreens, a nail salon and a few retailers, like Orvis. To eat out, Taco Bamba is a popular spot, serving wide-ranging taco selections with fresh ingredients. Glenwood Village is another nearby shopping center. Here, locals can grab groceries from Harris Teeter or eat out at one of the various restaurants, like Glenwood Grill, which serves southern cooking, or Hako Sushi, the neighborhood's go-to for handrolls and sashimi. “The neighborhood is really close to The Village District – formerly known as Cameron Village – which has some great dining and shopping options,” Owen says. “That’s definitely a draw.”
Locals can grab groceries at Whole Foods in the Sunset Hills neighborhood.
Stop by Orvis for all your outdoor fishing needs in the Sunset Hills neighborhood.
The Village District shopping district isn't far from Sunset Hills.
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4 miles to Downtown Raleigh
Starting on Wade Avenue, locals can reach Downtown Raleigh in about 4 miles. “It’s an easy commute into Downtown Raleigh,” Owen says. “It’s an easy 10-minute drive or a quick Uber to the entertainment, restaurants and shops Downtown.” When it’s time to fly, the Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 12 miles northeast. Nearby are two higher education institutions: North Carolina State University and Meredith College. Owen says, “The universities being close by only has a positive impact on the community. Locals love going to the sporting events they provide, and a lot of professors live nearby.”
Wade Avenue is an easy commute into Downtown Raleigh from Sunset Hills.
North Carolina State University is close to the Sunset Hills neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Chamberlain Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Windemere Beaver Dam Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Pollock Place Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Hymettus Woods Park
Trails
Hiking
Jaycee Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Isabella Cannon Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Banbury Park
Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sunset Hills
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sunset Hills, Raleigh sell after 135 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sunset Hills, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $1,281,613, down 9% 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
1,773
Median Age
42
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$143,622
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$178,287
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
85.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
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®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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