Chestnut Hills, Wake County, North Carolina facts for kids

Chestnut Hills was once a small community in Wake County, North Carolina. It was not officially part of a city, which is what "unincorporated community" means. Today, Chestnut Hills is inside the city limits of Raleigh.

This area sits about 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. It started in the early 1950s. Chestnut Hills was one of the first neighborhoods built outside the main city area in North Raleigh. It came before other well-known areas like North Hills. Now, the whole area is often called North Hills, which is part of Midtown Raleigh.

What is Chestnut Hills Like Today?

Chestnut Hills is changing a lot. Many of the original homes, built in styles like ranch or split-level, are being replaced. New, larger homes are being built in their place. These new homes are usually at least 2,800 square feet (260 square meters) in size. This change shows how the area is growing and becoming more modern.