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Moving to Wendell, NC
$425,000Median listing price
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About Wendell
Wake County. Wendell is a historic railroad town in eastern Wake County with a walkable downtown core.



Home prices in Wendell
The median listing price in Wendell is $425,000.
Top places in Wendell
- Historic downtown Wendell
- J. Ashley Wall Town Square
- Wendell Community Center / Wendell Park
Commuting from Wendell
- Approximate drive to downtown Raleigh: ~25 min via US-64 W (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).
- Approximate drive to Research Triangle Park (RTP): ~40 min via US-64 W / I-540 (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).
Schools in Wendell
Public schools: Wake County Public School System. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Wendell FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Wendell, NC?
The median listing price in Wendell is $425,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Wendell, NC?
Approximate drive to downtown Raleigh: ~25 min via US-64 W (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak). - Which school district serves Wendell, NC?
Wendell is served by Wake County Public School System. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.