ROLESVILLE NC
MOVING / RELOCATION GUIDE
ROLESVILLE NC: OVERVIEW
Rolesville is an up-and-coming community and is one of the fastest-growing cities in North Carolina. This suburb of Raleigh, located in the northeastern corner of Wake County, is considered one of the best places to live in the greater Research Triangle area. Residents here love the small-town lifestyle as well as the proximity to larger cities.
If you’re thinking about relocating to Rolesville, you won’t be disappointed. Here are a few of the most important things you need to know about living here.
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ROLESVILLE WEATHER
The weather in Rolesville is fairly pleasant, with hot, humid summers and cool, short winters. It rarely snows here, which may be particularly appealing to those who are considering moving from a northern state.
The hottest month of the year is July, when highs are often around 88°F. The coldest month is typically January, which brings average highs of around 51°F and average lows of around 33°F. If you enjoy outdoor activities, you’ll likely find that your favorite times of the year are from early May to late June and from mid-August to mid-October.
ROLESVILLE SCHOOLS
There are currently 10 schools serving Rolesville, including four public district schools, one public charter school, and five private schools. Some of the top-rated public schools here include:
- Rolesville Elementary
- Rolesville Middle School
- Rolesville High School
There are also many fine colleges and universities near Roseville. This includes Living Arts College, Miller Motte College Raleigh, William Peace University, Saint Augustines College, and Shaw University.
AVERAGE PROPERTY VALUE IN ROLESVILLE
If you’re planning to buy a home in Rolesville, you might come across some challenges. Fueled by high demand and rapid population growth, the housing market in Rolesville is considered very competitive. As of January 2023, the median home sale price was $729,054 – a 42.1% year-over-year increase!
Many homes in Rolesville receive multiple offers and some have waived contingencies. On average, homes here go pending in about 15 days and sell for around 1% below the asking price. However, hot homes often go pending in as little as two days and sell for right around the list price.
COST OF LIVING IN ROLESVILLE
When moving to a new location, it’s important to understand how far your dollar will go there. Currently, the cost of living in Roseville is about 5% higher than the national average. Prices of just about everything are up by around 1.5% year-over-year. The bulk of the jump was fueled by the cost of housing, food, and transportation.
Notably, the average household income in Roseville is $120,186, which is significantly higher than the national average of $70,785.
ROLESVILLE DEMOGRAPHICS
A fairly small town, Rolesville has a 2023 population of approximately 11,182. The city has experienced an annual growth rate of 5.36%. and since the 2020 census, the population has grown by an impressive 18.02%. Rolesville spans just under five miles, giving it a population density of around 2,296 people per square mile.
The median age here is 38 and approximately 21.3% of adults living in Roseville are seniors. Around 78.88% of residents are married and 87.1% of households own their home. The demographics here are mostly white (60.61%), Black or African American (27.53%), two or more races (4.06%), and Asian (2.35%).
ROLESVILLE CRIME STATISTICS
If you’re looking for a safe, quiet place to live, Rolesville is an excellent option. According to CrimeGrade.org, the city has an “A” rating for crime. It’s currently in the 87% percentile for safety, indicating that only 13% of cities across the United States are considered safer.
Residents generally consider the northeast part of the to be the safest. Here, your chances of being a victim of a crime are around 1 in 84, while in the southeast neighborhoods, it may be closer to 1 in 48.
TRANSPORTATION IN ROLESVILLE
Rolesville’s prime location is one of the many reasons so many people are flocking to the city. It’s just a 15-minute drive from downtown Raleigh and is close to Interstate 440 and Interstate 540. You can also get to Wilmington in just two hours, The Outer Banks in three hours, and Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains in four hours.
Raleigh-Durham airport and Research Triangle Park are both only 30 minutes away, giving you all the best Raleigh has to offer while also allowing you to live just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.
ROLESVILLE DINING, Shopping, and Entertainment
The close proximity to Raleigh means there is never a shortage of nearby amenities and fun events – but you don’t have to go to Raleigh to enjoy great dining, shopping, and entertainment. There are many neighborhood restaurants and family-owned eateries in Rolesville, offering everything from seafood to pizza and subs. The charming, historic downtown area is also home to breweries, performance venues, and nightlife hot spots.
Rolesville is also known for its beautiful parks and greenspaces. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, you’ll love running or riding your bike in downtown Rolesville’s Main Street Park or hiking in Mill Bridge Nature Park. The city is also home to Fantasy Lake Adventure Park, the largest scuba diving park on the east coast.
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