Neighborhood Guide
Boylan Heights, Raleigh
Boylan Heights is a historic neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina, known for its beautiful early 20th-century homes and vibrant community spirit. Its tree-lined streets offer a picturesque setting with easy access to the city's amenities.
What to love
- Historic charm
- Close to downtown Raleigh
- Robust art and cultural scene
What to consider
- Limited parking
- Busy traffic during events
- Older infrastructure
Market Trends
The Boylan Heights neighborhood in the 27603 ZIP code has seen a rise in property values over the past 2 years.
$406.5K
↘ 2%Median sale price
107
↗ 6%Average days on market
84
↗ 12%Homes sold
Market trends are based on the previous 4 weeks of data in the 27603 zip code.
Schools
There are 5 public elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school(s) in 27603 serving ~5,000 students.
Schools
Hunter Elementary School
5 / 10
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
6 / 10
Needham B. Broughton High School
7 / 10
Data provided by GreatSchools
Safety
The crime rate in Boylan Heights is similar to the surrounding areas. There are 2 police stations and 3 fire stations within this 27603 code.
Overall Crime Risk
C
Violent Crime Risk
B
Property Crime Risk
C
Provided by Ovogo.com
Transportation
Boylan Heights is close to major highways and roads for people commuting to Raleigh. There are also several public transit options nearby: bus lines. The Walk Score is 72.
buses
Raleigh R-Line, CAT buses
airports
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
bike lanes
Extensive bike lanes
light rail
Not available
high speed rail
Not available
bike sharing programs
Citrix Cycle bike-sharing program
Entertainment and recreation
There are great things to do near Boylan Heights to get out and about: NC Museum of Natural Sciences, the annual Boylan Heights Artwalk, Red Hat Amphitheater.
Festivals like the Hopscotch Music Festival and the Boylan Heights Artwalk are popular events in the area, drawing in artists and music lovers alike.
Parks
There are several parks nearby that offer you a chance to get outside and explore: Pullen Park with a historic carousel, Fred Fletcher Park with great open spaces, and Dorothea Dix Park with scenic views.
