15 Homes For Sale in Raleigh's Most Walkable Neighborhoods
Walkability is a desirable neighborhood feature for many. If you’re looking for a home in a walkable neighborhood, take a look at the following.
March 1, 2023
Walkability is a desirable neighborhood feature for many. It provides convenience, built-in exercise, and an easy way for climate-conscious people to reduce their carbon footprints. If you’re looking for a home in a walkable neighborhood, take a look at the following.
The Most Walkable Neighborhoods in Raleigh
Downtown
Downtown is perfect for you if you want to live a true city lifestyle. This neighborhood is vibrant and brimming with activity, and it’s the most walkable area in Raleigh. You don’t need a car to accomplish most tasks, and everything you need is right within your reach.
In terms of real estate, you’ll be able to choose from beautiful single-family homes, convenient townhomes, and spectacular luxury condos. Check out homes in Downtown Raleigh if you want:
An urban lifestyle
Walkable streets
The best access to theater and performing arts venues
World-class museums and art galleries
The highest-rated restaurants in the whole city
Sound great? Check out these Downtown homes available now:
1. 301 Fayetteville St #2907, Raleigh, NC 27601 – $780,000
Walk Score: 97/100
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,390 square feet
Listed by Jamie Dawson • ERA Live Moore
TMLS #2454745
2. 411 W Lenoir St, Raleigh, NC 27601 – $1,100,000
Walk Score: 88/100
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,088 square feet
Listed by Johnny Chappell • Compass — Raleigh
Listed by Heather Mansfield • Compass — Raleigh
TMLS #2461465
3. 317 W Morgan St #213, Raleigh, NC 27601 – $450,000
Walk Score: 98/100
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,098 square feet
Listed by Aimee Anderson • Aimee Anderson & Associates
The heart of Five Points is one of the most walkable areas in Raleigh. It’s also a highly-desirable, low-inventory area. Houses move quickly when they hit the market here, so if you’re looking for a Five Points home on the most-walkable streets, be ready to move fast.
If you move away from the center of Five Points, you’ll likely want a car to get around. However, this historic neighborhood is home to a strong community that seamlessly combines modern convenience with historic charm. You can find a variety of spectacular homes, including classic single-family homes, beautiful new construction, and townhomes at an accessible price point. Five Points is a great choice for you if you want:
A tight-knit community feeling
A wide variety of delicious restaurants
Health food stores and farmers markets featuring locally grown produce
College Park is ranked as the second most walkable neighborhood in Raleigh by WalkScore.com. Located just south of St. Augustine’s and adjacent to Downtown, this small neighborhood packs a punch. It offers more-affordable real estate than nearby neighborhoods but provides many of the same perks as Downtown, such as access to restaurants, entertainment, employment, and education.
Sound interesting? Check out homes for sale now in College Park:
Whether you found your dream home on this list or you’re looking for something a little different, get in touch. The Coley Group is the #1 Compass team in the Triangle, and we’ve helped over 2,000 clients find their perfect property. Tell us what you’re looking for. We can’t wait to give you a tour.
All listings provided courtesy of TMLS.
Last updated on 1 March 2023 at 12:55PM.
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