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Fuquay Varina, NC
Fuquay Varina · NC 27526
Updated June 9, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Fuquay Varina, Fuquay-Varina
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Verdict
$340K
Median Price
25/100
Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
30 min
to Raleigh, NC
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
85/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
25/100
WYLT Score72/100
Our Take
Fuquay-Varina offers a great quality of life, excellent schools, and a relatively short commute to Raleigh. While it's not extremely walkable or transit-friendly, the trade-offs are reasonable for the amenities and safety it provides.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent schools with high ratings
- ✓Short commute to Raleigh (30 minutes)
- ✓Safe and family-friendly community
- ✓Reasonable housing prices considering the amenities
Real Talk
- !Some areas can feel crowded, especially during rush hour
- !Walking and public transportation options are limited
- !Traffic on major roads can be heavy
- $Potential for increased property taxes with rapid growth
- $Possible need for a longer commute if working in downtown Raleigh
- $Some areas may experience summer heat and humidity
Best For
Families with young childrenFirst-time homebuyersProfessionals working in Raleigh or nearby cities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Fuquay Varina, NC
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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