Spacious properties, highway access and mature trees define Wood Valley
The aptly named Wood Valley neighborhood is a Raleigh suburb in the woods north of the city limits. “People love Wood Valley because of the trees. It’s very wooded, very tranquil and very quiet,” says Kimberly Conroy, a Raleigh native and Realtor with Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, who adds that the neighborhood, mainly developed in the 1970s and 1980s, was designed with tech CEOs in mind. “IBM was having growth in the Triangle, and they wanted nice-sized houses for all these executives. Initially, there was a huge cluster of IBMers over there, and there’s probably still a bunch who’ve retired.” But she says the neighborhood appeals to a variety of buyers today, as its spacious homes are close to Interstate 540: “You can get to anywhere in the Triangle quite quickly,” she says. According to the CAP Index, Wood Valley has a significantly low crime risk, scoring 1 out of 10. The national average is 4 out of 10.
Wood Valley offers a mix of home styles on spacious, wooded lots
A red-brick neighborhood sign surrounded by manicured shrubs and blooming flowers greets residents driving into Wood Valley. The community’s wide streets gently curve as they flow over rolling hills. Narrow concrete driveways lead into two-car garages attached to single-family homes set back far from the road. Mature trees cast shadows on these houses resting on highly landscaped lots that can exceed an acre in size. Living space is nearly double the national average, typically around 3,500 square feet. While Colonial Revival architecture is the most prevalent style, Conroy notes that each home looks different from the next. “It’s not cookie-cutter. All the homes have character. You’ll see modern houses, traditional houses, cottages; it’s a good blend of all these different home styles,” she says. Prices typically fall between $600,000 and $1 million. The Wood Valley Homeowners Association comes with monthly fees of around $5.
A swim & racquet club, a state park, an aerial adventure park
Many residents join the members-only Wood Valley Swim and Racquet Club, which features a saltwater pool and four tennis courts often used by its various youth and adult teams. The club hosts a big Independence Day celebration that includes a 5k race, a parade and a pool party that ends with a fireworks show. Conroy says William B. Umstead State Park is popular for its hiking trails that weave through the expansive forest south of Raliegh-Durham International Airport. It also offers campsites and several lakes for fishing. The nearby Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center is home to a thrilling attraction: TreeRunner Raleigh Adventure Park. It features dozens of obstacles and zip lines high up in loblolly pines. The center is also the site of a mini golf course. Golfers can join the private Wildwood Green Golf Club or visit TriGolf for a putting green and driving range.
Highly rated public and private schools in North Raleigh
Along with neighborhood schools, the Wake County Public School System offers the choice to apply to one of the district’s specialty schools based on home address. WCPSS earns an A overall rating from Niche. Wood Valley’s assigned base schools begin with Barton Pond Elementary. The school, not yet rated by Niche, opened in 2022 and features a learning common space in each wing to foster collaboration. Leesville Road Middle, which receives an A rating, and Leesville Road High, with an A-minus, share a campus with Leesville Road Elementary. In addition to its rigorous academic curriculum, the high school offers a Game Design Academy.
The neighborhood is close to several highly rated private schools, such as Trinity Academy, a Christian Kindergarten through 12th-grade school, and Raleigh Day School, which offers prekindergarten through 5th grade. Both earn A ratings. Known for its engineering and research-oriented programs, the North Carolina State University campus sits less than 15 miles south of the neighborhood.
Grocery stores close to home, and two popular malls a short drive away
Leesville Towne Centre and Leesville Market Place are about 3 miles from Wood Valley. Along with a Harris Teeter and Publix, the shopping centers feature a mix of chain and local restaurants. Bombay Curry is a favorite for Indian dishes, while Las Palmas is the spot for Mexican cuisine. “Most people go to the Crabtree Valley Mall because it’s just a straight shot down Creedmore Road,” Conroy says. The indoor mall, about an 8-mile drive from Wood Valley, hosts dozens of name-brand and department stores. She adds that North Hills, an outdoor shopping mall roughly 10 miles away, is another popular destination known for its high-end boutiques.
Commuters have quick access to Interstate 540
Interstate 540 is close by, connecting commuters to other major highways. Research Triangle Park hosts hundreds of companies, such as IBM and Cisco Systems, around 12 miles west of the neighborhood. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly a 10-mile drive. “Wood Valley is very close to the airport. So, people who need to travel for business or fun, it’s only 10 to 15 minutes away,” Conroy says. Drivers here don’t need to get on the highway to reach Downtown Raleigh, about 15 miles south.
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Transit
Airport
Raleigh-Durham International
15 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Woodvalley
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woodvalley, Raleigh sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Woodvalley, Raleigh over the last 12 months is $796,962, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$815,000
Median Single Family Price
$815,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$800,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
371
Median Year Built
1983
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,502
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
27,660
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
1,168
Median Age
46
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$175,328
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$197,884
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
86.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
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®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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