Raleigh, Raleigh NC — neighborhood review

Raleigh, NC

Raleigh · NC 27606

Updated July 28, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$458K

Median Price

35/100

Walk Score

8.1/10

Schools

12 min

to Raleigh, NC

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
81/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
35/100
WYLT Score67/100

Our Take

Raleigh's 27606 neighborhood is a relatively modern suburb with easy access to downtown Raleigh. It's got a good balance of walkability, affordable housing, and a reasonable commute. However, it's not particularly family-friendly, and the school options are limited.

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The Good

  • Easy access to downtown Raleigh
  • Affordable housing options
  • Good balance of walkability and driveability
  • Relatively modern suburb with new developments

Real Talk

  • !Limited school options
  • !Not particularly family-friendly
  • !Traffic can be heavy during peak commute times
  • $Some areas have been rezoned for denser development, which may impact property values
  • $Parking can be challenging in areas with high population density

Best For

Young professionalsFirst-time homebuyersRemote workersUrban enthusiasts

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Raleigh, NC

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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