Drewry Hills

Real Estate & Community Guide

Drewry Hills is a sought-after neighborhood in north-central Raleigh known for its classic mid-century homes, towering oak trees, and quiet, winding streets. Developed in the 1950s and 1960s, the community sits between Millbrook Road and Six Forks Road, offering an ideal balance of established character and modern convenience. Many homes have been thoughtfully renovated while preserving the neighborhood's original charm, making Drewry Hills one of Raleigh's most desirable inside-the-Beltline-adjacent communities.

Area Highlights

Classic mid-century neighborhood with large lots, mature oaks, and architectural character from the 1950s–1960s.
Highly desirable location between Six Forks Road and Millbrook Road, minutes from North Hills.
Many homes have been renovated or expanded, blending original charm with modern finishes.
Walking distance to Shelley Lake, one of Raleigh's most popular parks and greenways.
Zoned for top-rated Wake County schools and close to shopping, dining, and medical facilities.

Explore the Area

What's Nearby

Grocery

  • Harris Teeter 0.8 mi
  • GNC Live Well 0.9 mi
  • Harris Teeter 1.2 mi
  • Han-Dee Hugos 1.8 mi
  • ALDI 1.8 mi

Medical

  • Walgreens 1.0 mi
  • UNC Urgent Care 1.4 mi
  • Hayes Barton Pharmacy 1.5 mi
  • Rite Aid 1.6 mi
  • Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism 2.2 mi

Park

  • Lassiter Mill Park 0.3 mi
  • Rothgeb Park 0.4 mi
  • Drewry Hills Park #1 0.4 mi
  • Claremont Park 0.5 mi
  • Claremont Park 0.5 mi

Restaurant

  • Flights at the Renaissance 0.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.7 mi
  • Keva Juice 0.7 mi
  • Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls 0.7 mi
  • Bartaco 0.7 mi

School

  • St. David's School 0.3 mi
  • Root Elementary School 0.3 mi
  • Childcare Network #59 1.0 mi
  • Joyner Elementary School 1.0 mi
  • St. Timothy's School 1.0 mi

Shopping

  • Target 0.7 mi
  • Belk 2.1 mi
  • Belk's Men 2.2 mi
  • Macy's 2.3 mi
  • Target 3.0 mi

Community Profile

Census Demographics

Population
3,459
Median Age
32.8
Median Household Income
$119,223
Per Capita Income
$117,771
Median Home Value
$952,900
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Homeownership Rate
53.3%
Vacancy Rate
10.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
83.8%
High School+
99.7%
Unemployment Rate
0.7%
Work From Home
23.9%
Mean Commute
18.7 min

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates (Tract 37183052603). Data reflects the surrounding census tract, which may extend beyond this neighborhood.

Market Data

Neighborhood Market Reports