Neighborhood Guide
North Hills, Raleigh
North Hills is a vibrant urban district in Raleigh known for its upscale feel and blend of residential, commercial, and leisure spaces. It offers a mix of trendy shopping, dining, and entertainment options, along with residential areas that enjoy proximity to lush green spaces.
What to love
- Upscale shopping and dining options
- Proximity to downtown Raleigh
- Good school ratings
- Access to parks and green spaces
What to consider
- Higher cost of living
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
- Limited affordable housing options
Market Trends
The North Hills neighborhood in the 27609 ZIP code has seen a rise in property values over the past 2 years.
$552.5K
↘ 4%Median sale price
84
↘ 24%Average days on market
46
↗ 28%Homes sold
Market trends are based on the previous 4 weeks of data in the 27609 zip code.
Schools
There are 3 public elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school(s) in 27609 serving ~6,000 students.
Schools
Green Elementary School
5 / 10
Carroll Magnet Middle School
4 / 10
Sanderson High School
6 / 10
Data provided by GreatSchools
Safety
The crime rate in North Hills is lower than the surrounding areas. There are 2 police stations and 1 fire station within this 27609 code.
Overall Crime Risk
B+
Violent Crime Risk
B
Property Crime Risk
A-
Provided by Ovogo.com
Transportation
North Hills is close to major highways and roads for people commuting to Raleigh. There are also several public transit options nearby: buses and some light rail connections. The Walk Score is 77.
buses
Several GoRaleigh bus routes serve the area, including Route 1 and Route 24.
airports
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
bike lanes
Several bike-friendly roads and dedicated lanes
light rail
Proposed extensions connecting to downtown Raleigh
high speed rail
N/A
bike sharing programs
LimeBike available in the vicinity
Entertainment and recreation
There are great things to do near North Hills to get out and about: North Carolina Museum of Art, Midtown Beach Music Series, and the Midtown Farmers Market.
Residents can enjoy regular events such as the 'Bourbon & Bubbles' festival, Midtown Music Concerts, and pop-up artisan markets.
Parks
There are several parks nearby that offer you a chance to get outside and explore: Shelley Lake Park with its great trail for runners, Pullen Park with an amusement area, and William B. Umstead State Park with extensive hiking trails.
