Digging deeper than city names, specific neighborhoods or zip codes show notable differences too. For example, according to Realtor.com data.
27523 (Northwest Wake areas) — high Wake County home values by neighborhood median around $744,510
27540 — about $614,000
27610 / 27603 (Raleigh north) — around $340,000 – $450,000
27591 / 27597 (Wendell / Zebulon) — around $399,900
These figures reveal that even within Raleigh or other cities, home values can swing significantly based on location and community amenities.
📈 Trends and Context
Overall median values have moderated slightly year‑over‑year, with some metrics showing flat or small declines in median sale prices.
However, more desirable neighborhoods — especially those with strong schools or close proximity to employment centers — continue to command higher prices and sell relatively quickly.
Lower‑priced segments in more affordable or outlying areas remain attractive for first‑time buyers and investors alike.