Where To Look @ 175k-200k? (Raleigh, Greenville: relocation, job, new house)

[dsv1496]

We're looking into possible relocation, I have two interviews lined up including one that could result in a work from home situation four days a week.

Where should we look in the area for housing that comes in at around 175k - 200k and features many younger families. We have a one year old, and school system will become important in a few years.

Housing wise, we need a three bedroom, and we'd like an area with trees and sidewalks. If that puts us in a cookie cutter neighborhood, then it does.

Any good suggestions??

[lamishra]

What town are you considering based on your job possibilities?

[dsv1496]

The beauty of it is we can essentially look in any region, however I would almost prefer to stay to either the North, East, or South of downtown Raleigh as I may have to commute to Greenville once a week.

[cary_nc]

Just looking at convenience to Raleigh and Greenville, how about either Wendell or Clayton?

[lovemaine]

I've never been to Wendell, but Clayton is a very nice area, only about 20 min. from Raleigh. I've also heard that the schools in Clayton are very good. A good website I found for house searches is hpw.com. Clayton is still more affordable than the Raleigh area. I did a quick search in your price range. There are 84 listings, including several new houses. Good luck!

[dsv1496]

I like what I've seen on Wendell, how is this area? I've read that it's still affordable and growing, and should grow into a good school system in the next few years?

Is this accurate?

[lamishra]

Wendell is part of Wake County schools but it is having problems. Wendell elementary is one of ten schools in the County recieving Title I funds but didn't meet AYP standards for several years in row.
WCPSS:Board approves options for 2007-08 school choice
I think the town itself is sort of cute if you like the small southern town feel, but I would probably put my kids in school elsewhere.