Raleigh, NC
Raleigh · Wake County · NC 27601
Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$580K
Median Price
73/100
Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
3 min
to Raleigh, NC
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Raleigh 27601 offers solid schools, a high bike score and a very short commute to downtown, but it’s largely car‑dependent, has a low walkability rating, and recent local reports suggest rising hate‑crime activity and a tight rental market relative to income.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public schools with an average rating of 7.2
- ✓Very bikeable (score 80) and only a 3‑minute commute to downtown
- ✓High median home value indicates a stable real estate market
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 47 makes it hard to get around without a car
- !Median rent ($1,393) is about 22% of median household income, leaving little room for other expenses
- !Reddit chatter points to increasing hate‑crime activity in the area
- !Local HOA can impose unexpected fees (e.g., for solar panel installations)
- $High property tax rates typical for Wake County
- $HOA fees in some neighborhoods can be substantial
- $Utility costs, especially HVAC, can climb with the high median home value
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Raleigh, NC
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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