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When buying a home one of the most common questions we are asked is 'how do good or bad schools affect home values and what type of impact do they have?' In fact, schools are so important to some of our buyers that we have given each school district it's own page on our website allowing buyers to search for homes by school district. Fortunately, the Raleigh area has some of the best schools in the state and that is why so many folks moving to North Carolina end up in Raleigh There are countless factors that influence the decision to buy a home. The neighborhood, size of the home, outdoor space, upgrades, and location play a significant role in impacting ones’ decision making. Among those important factors, school districts have played an increasingly significant role in influencing buyers’ decision making around purchasing a home. Although those most interested in strong school districts tend to be families with young children or those planning on having children in the future, purchasing a home in a solid school district is beneficial for those who do not plan on having children as well. In this article, we’ll dive into the various ways school districts impact property values, how buyers can research school districts prior to purchasing a home, and the difference in home values when buying in a high-performing school district vs. a lower-performing district. Chapters How do Schools Affect Property Values?01