Northwest Raleigh

Safe Neighborhood, Great for Families and Outdoor Enthusiasts
If you're looking for a family-friendly neighborhood in Wake County, NC, Northwest Raleigh is a great option. It's conveniently located near UNC, NCSU, and Duke University, and there are plenty of fun things to do in the area. You can catch a live performance at the Carolina Theatre, check out the North Carolina Museum of Art, or spend some outdoor time at William B. Umstead State Park or Lake Lynn.

When it comes to dining, there are lots of great options - from The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar to Gonza Tacos y Tequila. Plus, the area has some of the best public and private schools around. Whether you're a family or a young professional, Northwest Raleigh is a fantastic location that offers lots of outdoor recreation opportunities and cultural attractions.
What Northwest Raleigh Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
8.0
value
8.0
amenities
8.0
social
7.0
management
8.0
Median rents in Northwest Raleigh
Studio
$
1,200
1 Bedroom
$
1,440
2 Bedroom
$
1,700

Living in
Northwest Raleigh

William B. Umstead State Park
Crabtree Valley Mall
Family-Friendly
Suburban
Small Town Arts and Culture
Driving Necessary
Northwest Raleigh — 7.8/10 Rating (based on 4 neighborhood reviews)
My apartment is two minutes from Crabtree valley mall, five minutes from north hills, and ten minutes from downtown. Everything is within short driving distance!
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10
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Marq at Crabtree
Neighborhood is very safe.
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Reviewed by
8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Edwards Mill
So far so good! Quiet! lots of medical buildings around so quiet at night!
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Leigh House
A little boring, but very nice/safe. Very family and pet friendly.
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5
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Jamison at Brier Creek


Getting to Know
Northwest Raleigh

Neighborhood Boundaries
dining
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
La Rancherita
O’Malley’s Pub & Restaurant
P F Chang’s China Bistro
Red Monkey Tavern
grocery
Harris Teeter
Lowe’s Foods
Lowes Foods
convenience
Rite Aid
Rite Aid
Walgreens
fitness
Fitness4Life Training Center
Rex Wellness Centers
parks
Brier Creek Country Club
Lake Lynn Park
Laurel Hills Park
coffee
Gloria Jean’s Coffee
Starbucks
bus
15 (bus)
201 (bus)
4 (bus)
6 (bus)
70X (bus)

Best Apartments
in Northwest Raleigh

Leigh House
Studio $1,451
1 Bed $1,483
2 Beds $1,913

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The Reverie at Lake Boone
Studio $1,350
1 Bed $1,490
2 Beds $2,215

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Marq at Crabtree
Studio $1,071
1 Bed $1,121
2 Beds $1,373

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Camden Overlook
1 Bed $1,099
2 Beds $1,299
3 Beds $1,569

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The Seasons at Umstead
1 Bed $975
2 Beds $1,095
3 Beds $1,280

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Cortland Olde Raleigh
1 Bed $1,175
2 Beds $1,545
3 Beds $2,028

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