Raleigh's 6 Best Neighborhoods for Families
Settling down doesn't mean settling for less fun!
Established professionals and families often seek tighter communities, quieter areas, and easy access to recreation and shopping. These Raleigh neighborhoods offer an established feel and a friendly energy, without being too far away from the downtown bustle.
Cameron Park
Known for its top-rated schools and historic homes, Cameron Park draws families and architecture junkies alike. Queen Anne, Georgian Revival, and Tudor Revival homes line streets with mature trees. Professors and teachers from St. Mary’s School and the North campus of North Carolina State University find convenient housing in the neighborhood. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the area has meticulously maintained its sought-after status despite the hubbub that can otherwise stem from surrounding universities.
Mordecai
As Raleigh’s oldest neighborhood, Mordecai lives up to its age: it’s quaint, it’s cute, and it’s full of family-friendly activities. Home to mainly updated original homes as well as William Peace University and a top-rated elementary charter school, the neighborhood is the ideal place to raise kids. Commuters have an easy time, with excellent public transportation options and just a few minutes’ drive into downtown. Enjoy strolling the tree-lined streets and popping into local bakeries, coffee shops, and small stores, or pass the afternoon taking in some history at the Mordecai Historic Park.
Wade
One of the more affordable neighborhoods for families, Wade offers a quiet and safe area to raise children. There are also plenty of family-friendly activities in the area, from the North Carolina Museum of Art to the Carter-Finley Stadium. Enjoy long walks with the kids and dog on peaceful, tree-lined streets.
North Hills
Afternoons in the beautiful Eastgate Park and delicious dinners at Coquette Brasserie characterize the family-friendly lifestyle in North Hills. A few different suburbs call North Hills home, but all of them enjoy a residential feel without sacrificing convenience or the city lifestyle. The Circle at North Hills offers everything a city-dweller could hope for, from local shops to peaceful dining options to nightlife hotspots! Suburban quiet without sacrificing convenience or entertainment - what’s not to love?
Northeast Raleigh
With several schools, both private and public, and lots of spots to relax, Northeast Raleigh is a popular area among families. Many spend sunny days at Spring Forest Road Park or Buffaloe Road Athletic Park, or enjoy the excellent facilities at Green Road Park and Community Center. Northeast Raleigh encompasses a few distinct subdivisions, each of them family-centered and tightly knit. Weekends are often spent at the Triangle Town Center, a mall filled with shops for every taste and a few great restaurants. The mall also hosts local events, like drive-in movies and blood drives!
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