About this property
The West Raleigh Historic District in Raleigh, North Carolina is a national historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. Located 1.5 miles (2.41 km) west-northwest of the State Capitol, the district encompasses approximately 332 acres (134 ha). Neighborhoods in the district include: Bedford Heights, Bagwell, Blue Moon Ridge, College Crest (now known as Stanhope), Fairmont, Forest Hills, Harris-Chamberlain, and Wilmont. Most homes in these neighborhoods are one-story and were constructed between the 1930s to 1950s. While the district is mostly residential, churches and commercial buildings are common along Hillsborough Street.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 03001300. It was listed on December 18, 2003.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was West Raleigh Historic District listed on the National Register?
West Raleigh Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 18, 2003.
What type of historic resource is West Raleigh Historic District?
West Raleigh Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for West Raleigh Historic District?
The period of significance for West Raleigh Historic District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near West Raleigh Historic District?
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