1009 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27605
12 month lease from$1,575
Base rent from $1,535
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West Raleigh
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Transportation and accessibility
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Public transport
West Raleigh connects to the city's broader metropolitan area through GoRaleigh bus routes that serve major corridors. Routes 9, 10, 11, and 12 provide regular service from the main GoRaleigh Station downtown to various West Raleigh neighborhoods, with connections to key destinations like NC State University and regional shopping centers. GoTriangle offers regional bus services connecting residents to Durham and other Triangle area communities.
Airports
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) serves as the primary air travel hub for West Raleigh residents, located approximately 9 miles from the neighborhood with a typical drive time of 20 minutes via Interstate 40 westbound. RDU operates as a major hub for American Airlines and serves as a focus city for Delta Air Lines, providing extensive domestic and international flight options. The airport's proximity makes it accessible for both business and leisure travel, with direct highway access simplifying airport transportation.
Cars and driving
West Raleigh offers highway access through Interstate 40, which runs north of the neighborhood and provides direct routes to RDU Airport and connections to I-440 and I-540 for regional travel. The downtown Raleigh commute typically takes 10-15 minutes via Hillsborough Street or Western Boulevard, depending on traffic conditions. Major thoroughfares like Glenwood Avenue and Avent Ferry Road facilitate north-south travel throughout the Triangle region.
Pedestrians and bicycles
The Neuse River Trail offers a scenic 27.5-mile route accessible to West Raleigh residents for recreation and exercise. BikeRaleigh continues expanding cycling infrastructure with separated bikeways and bike lanes. New neighborhoods in West Raleigh have incorporated bike-friendly design elements, while established neighborhoods benefit from ongoing improvements to pedestrian and cycling connectivity. The neighborhood's proximity to local parks creates additional opportunities for exercise and dog walks along maintained trails and paths.
