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Forest Hills Neighborhood Guide Wilmington, NC
About
Forest Hills is a lovely neighborhood located in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is situated near the intersection of Independence Boulevard and Oleander Drive, making it easily accessible from different areas of the city. Key points of interest nearby include the Cape Fear Museum, Forest Hills Park, and Forest Hills Global Elementary School.
What You Will Love about forest hills, wilmington, north carolina
- The tree-lined streets give the neighborhood a peaceful and serene ambiance.
- Forest Hills Global Elementary School is greatly appreciated by families seeking quality education for their children.
- The proximity to both downtown Wilmington and the Cape Fear Museum offers residents a great mix of tranquility and vibrant city life.
What's Nearby
Forest Hills is just a stone's throw away from downtown Wilmington, offering residents easy access to restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. It is also located near the Cape Fear Museum, providing an excellent learning opportunity for both adults and children. Forest Hills Park is another nearby destination, perfect for outdoor activities and recreational purposes.
The Rental Market
The rental market in Forest Hills is reasonably priced, with an average rent for a one-bedroom apartment at $1,130. The minimum average price you can expect to pay is around $1,055, with the maximum price reaching up to $1,130.
Rental Price Stability
The rental prices in Forest Hills appear to be quite stable, with a very slight standard deviation of $23.48 in the average prices over the past year. This suggests that renters can anticipate consistent pricing in this neighborhood.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Forest Hills is a blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience. The neighborhood is family-friendly, boasting good schools and parks, while being close enough to downtown Wilmington for easy access to its amenities and attractions. It is ideal for those seeking a quiet and tranquil environment without compromising on the benefits of city living.
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Rental Trends in Forest Hills
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| Sep 2023 | Oct 2023 | Nov 2023 | Dec 2023 | Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 |
| $960 | $965 | $970 | $970 | $970 | $970 | $980 | $990 | $1000 | $1010 | $1010 | $1005 | $1005 |
| $1024 | $1059 | $1059 | $1059 | $1084 | $1084 | $1059 | $1029 | $1085 | $1091 | $1091 | $1079 | $1059 |
| $1295 | $1292 | $1315 | $1272 | $1277 | $1277 | $1245 | $1285 | $1290 | $1315 | $1320 | $1320 | $1310 |
| $1510 | $1510 | $1560 | $1555 | $1475 | $1420 | $1575 | $1587 | $1587 | $1465 | $1510 | $1475 | $1525 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 108 restaurants, 21 grocery stores, and 6 parks within a mile of the Forest Hills neighborhood.
Russells Quik StopRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2101 Wrightsville Ave
- Food Lion
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
1929 Oleander Dr
- Cape Fear Restaurant Equipment
Business and Professional Services, Food and Beverage Service, Home Improvement Service, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Retail, Auction House, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Furniture and Home Store, Kitchen Supply Store
•0.6 miles
1851 Dawson St
- Reserve Food
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
3114 Market St
- Hanover Center
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
3501 Oleander Dr
- Homegrown Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store
•1.0 mile
615 S 15th St
- Russells Quik Stop
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2101 Wrightsville Ave
- Food Lion
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
1929 Oleander Dr
- Cape Fear Restaurant Equipment
Business and Professional Services, Food and Beverage Service, Home Improvement Service, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Retail, Auction House, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Furniture and Home Store, Kitchen Supply Store
•0.6 miles
1851 Dawson St
- Abc Liquor Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.8 miles
523 S 17th St
- Paula's Health Hut
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Organic Grocery, Health Food Store
•0.8 miles
3405 Wrightsville Ave
- New Hanover County Abc Bo
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.8 miles
523 S 17th St
China WokDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant
•0.6 miles
1929 Oleander Dr
- Papa John's Pizza
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.6 miles
1929C Oleander Dr
- Cape Fear Restaurant Equipment
Business and Professional Services, Food and Beverage Service, Home Improvement Service, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Retail, Auction House, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Furniture and Home Store, Kitchen Supply Store
•0.6 miles
1851 Dawson St
- Flying Machine Brewing Company
Dining and Drinking, Brewery, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
3130 Randall Pkwy
- Checkers
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.7 miles
1901 Oleander Dr
- La Brasa
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, South American Restaurant, Brazilian Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.7 miles
3314 Wrightsville Ave
Wrightsville Country StoreRetail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.2 miles
2401 Wrightsville Ave
- Pawsitive Pup Training
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.4 miles
2517 Park Ave
- The Purple Groomery
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.5 miles
2156 Wrightsville Ave
- Tropical Paradise Aquarium
Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.5 miles
2154 Wrightsville Ave
- Grainger
Retail, Hardware Store
•0.5 miles
505 Covil Ave
- Bruce Watkins Supply
Retail, Hardware Store
•0.5 miles
1940 Dawson St
Wallace ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
2100 Gibson Ave
- Mother's Park
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.6 miles
3210 Camden Cir
- Beaumont Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.7 miles
Wayne Drive
- Empie Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.8 miles
3405 Park Ave
- Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden
Landmarks and Outdoors
•1.6 miles
2025 Independence Blvd
- Wilmington Maides Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•1.6 miles
1101 Manly Ave
Artfuelinc.comArts and Entertainment, Art Gallery, Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Tattoo Parlor
•0.4 miles
2165 Wrightsville Ave
- Cape Fear Garden Club
Arts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.5 miles
210 Colonial Dr
- Xit Rooms
Arts and Entertainment, Escape Room
•0.7 miles
3304 Wrightsville Ave
- Cape Fear Country Club
Arts and Entertainment, Country Club, Sports and Recreation, Golf, Golf Course
•0.7 miles
1518 Country Club Rd
- Burnt Mill Creek
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Jazz and Blues Venue, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Garden, Wine Bar
•0.8 miles
2101 Market St
- Surf’s Up Pizza Beer And Games
Arts and Entertainment, Arcade, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Bar, Beer Bar
•0.8 miles
2101 Market St
Wrightsville Country StoreRetail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.2 miles
2401 Wrightsville Ave
- Pawsitive Pup Training
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.4 miles
2517 Park Ave
- Artfuelinc.com
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery, Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Tattoo Parlor
•0.4 miles
2165 Wrightsville Ave
- Vision Hair Extensions
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service
•0.5 miles
2154 Wrightsville Ave
- The Purple Groomery
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.5 miles
2156 Wrightsville Ave
- A Touch of Energy Massage
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.5 miles
501 Covil Ave
Legends Athletic TrainingSports and Recreation, Personal Trainer
•0.5 miles
1943 Kent St
CrossFit Inside OutSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.6 miles
3203 Burnt Mill Dr
- YMCA
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.6 miles
2710 Market St
- The Reserves Gym
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.6 miles
361 Darlington Ave
- Canady's Sport Center
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail
•0.6 miles
3220 Wrightsville Ave
- Gogirl Fitness Studio
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.7 miles
3304B Wrightsville Ave
Cape Fear Garden ClubArts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.5 miles
210 Colonial Dr
- Ruff Draft
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Bar
•0.5 miles
2144 Wrightsville Ave
- Flying Machine Brewing Company
Dining and Drinking, Brewery, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
3130 Randall Pkwy
- La Brasa
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, South American Restaurant, Brazilian Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.7 miles
3314 Wrightsville Ave
- End of Days Distillery
Dining and Drinking, Distillery
•0.7 miles
1815 Castle St
- Bull City Ciderworks
Dining and Drinking, Cidery
•0.8 miles
615 S 17th St
Children's Learning Center of WilmingtonBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.9 miles
71 Darlington Ave
- Child Development Center
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
3802 Princess Place Dr
- The Wilmington Preschool of the Arts
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.3 miles
3830 Oleander Dr
- City Of Wilmington Empie Park Fire Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.8 miles
3403 Park Ave
Dawson Med Primary and Urgent CareHealth and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•1.6 miles
608 Dawson St
Forest Hills Apartments and Rentals
91 Rental properties in Forest Hills, Wilmington, NC.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 12.2% | 22.9% |
| utilities | 8.6% | 3.9% |
| food | 0.3% | 1% |
| transportation | 15% | 8.7% |
| healthcare | 0.8% | 7.2% |
Forest Hills Demographics
Forest Hills Reviews
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 6 of 6 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 6 of 6 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 5 of 6 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 5 of 6 renters
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 4 of 6 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 4 of 6 renters
Forest Hills Transportation
Car-Dependent
Bikeable
Some Transit
Wilmington Transit Authority
Other
1110 Castle St
Cape Fear Public Transportation Auth
Other
1110 Castle St
Source: foursquare.com
Wilmington Transit Authority
Other
1110 Castle St
Cape Fear Public Transportation Auth
Other
1110 Castle St
Source: foursquare.com
Forest Hills Schools
- 1/10
Forest Hills Elementary School
Grades K-5 • Public
- 3/10
Snipes Academy Of Arts And Design
Grades K-5 • Public
- 2/10
Rachel Freeman School Of Engineering
Grades PK, K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 6-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 1-8 • Private
- 6/10
Wilmington Preparatory Academy
Grades K-8 • Charter
- 6/10
Grades K-8 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Forest Hills
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| MayfaireNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SouthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| College ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $975 | 10% |
| Devon ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,399 | 0% |
| Downtown WilmingtonNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,539 | 2% |
| Dry Pond - Lake ForestNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Winter ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| North KerrNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,038 | 2% |
| RiverwalkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| NorthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| College Acres - HillsdaleNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| South Wilmington HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Echo Farms - Rivers EdgeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,475 | -- |
| The BottomNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Cape CottagesNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Wilmington Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Kings GrantNeighborhood in Kings-grant, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| North CollegeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Pine ValleyNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Eastwind - Piney AcresNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Barclay West - Hanover HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,229 | -- |
| Echo East - Carriage HillsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Lansdowne - Pine Valley EastNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SeagateNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,000 | -- |
| Seagate SouthNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Holly TreeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Millbrook - Masonboro LoopNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| MayfaireNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SouthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,095 | -- |
| College ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,165 | 4% |
| Devon ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,399 | 16% |
| Downtown WilmingtonNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,775 | 9% |
| Dry Pond - Lake ForestNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Winter ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,173 | -- |
| North KerrNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,596 | -- |
| RiverwalkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| NorthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| College Acres - HillsdaleNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,894 | -- |
| South Wilmington HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,270 | 2% |
| Echo Farms - Rivers EdgeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,662 | -- |
| The BottomNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Cape CottagesNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Wilmington Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Kings GrantNeighborhood in Kings-grant, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| North CollegeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,125 | -- |
| Pine ValleyNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,395 | -- |
| Eastwind - Piney AcresNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Barclay West - Hanover HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,182 | -- |
| Echo East - Carriage HillsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,454 | -- |
| Lansdowne - Pine Valley EastNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SeagateNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,200 | -- |
| Seagate SouthNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Holly TreeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Millbrook - Masonboro LoopNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| MayfaireNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SouthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,450 | -- |
| College ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,199 | 16% |
| Devon ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,435 | 62% |
| Downtown WilmingtonNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,435 | 6% |
| Dry Pond - Lake ForestNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,450 | -- |
| Winter ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,512 | -- |
| North KerrNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| RiverwalkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| NorthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| College Acres - HillsdaleNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,354 | -- |
| South Wilmington HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,508 | 5% |
| Echo Farms - Rivers EdgeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,607 | -- |
| The BottomNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Cape CottagesNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Wilmington Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Kings GrantNeighborhood in Kings-grant, North-carolina | $3,086 | -- |
| North CollegeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,374 | -- |
| Pine ValleyNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,645 | -- |
| Eastwind - Piney AcresNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Barclay West - Hanover HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,400 | -- |
| Echo East - Carriage HillsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,709 | -- |
| Lansdowne - Pine Valley EastNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SeagateNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Seagate SouthNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Holly TreeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Millbrook - Masonboro LoopNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| MayfaireNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SouthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| College ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $779 | 62% |
| Devon ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $845 | 53% |
| Downtown WilmingtonNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,985 | 17% |
| Dry Pond - Lake ForestNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Winter ParkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,850 | -- |
| North KerrNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| RiverwalkNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| NorthsideNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,750 | -- |
| College Acres - HillsdaleNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,315 | -- |
| South Wilmington HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,670 | 6% |
| Echo Farms - Rivers EdgeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| The BottomNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Cape CottagesNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,500 | -- |
| Wilmington Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Kings GrantNeighborhood in Kings-grant, North-carolina | $3,892 | -- |
| North CollegeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Pine ValleyNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,867 | -- |
| Eastwind - Piney AcresNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Barclay West - Hanover HeightsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $1,762 | -- |
| Echo East - Carriage HillsNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | $2,084 | -- |
| Lansdowne - Pine Valley EastNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| SeagateNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Seagate SouthNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Holly TreeNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |
| Millbrook - Masonboro LoopNeighborhood in Wilmington, North-carolina | -- | -- |