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Any of the schools in wake county are great! You could look into Bedford/Falls river neighborhood. They have great schools nearby; Wakefield, Heritage, Durant and more! Plus they have houses in your price range. It has a pool, multiple parks and access to the greenway. Another benefit is that it is close to many local restuarants, banks, the hospital and multiple dentists and Raleigh orthodontists. However, I am not familiar with the area you described but I hope this is similar to what you are looking for!
Second this! Lots of young families and great schools with pools and swim teams and parks too!