Living in Knightdale NC
A Wake County town just east of Raleigh, with newer neighborhoods and quick access to I-87 and I-540.
Knightdale, NC is in eastern Wake County, about 15 to 20 minutes from downtown Raleigh by I-87 and US-64. Most homes are newer subdivisions and townhomes, and the town has parks like Knightdale Station Park and the Mingo Creek Greenway.
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What Knightdale Is Like
Knightdale is named for Henry Haywood Knight, who gave land for a railroad depot, and the town incorporated in 1927. The original downtown is around First Avenue, and Knightdale Boulevard is the main shopping road.
Knightdale Station Park hosts the farmers market and food truck nights, and Harper Park sits downtown.
Town website: www.knightdalenc.gov
Local Favorites
- Prime Barbecue: Texas-style barbecue with a Michelin Bib Gourmand
- Oak City Brewing Company: Downtown taproom
- Knightdale Farmers Market: At Knightdale Station Park
Homes in Knightdale
Most of Knightdale's homes are subdivisions and townhomes built from the 1990s to today, with some older homes near downtown and a few rural lots on the edges of town.
Getting Around Knightdale
I-87/US-64/US-264 (the Knightdale Bypass) runs through town, with I-540 on the west side and Knightdale Boulevard for local trips.
Approximate drive times:
- Downtown Raleigh: 15 to 20 minutes
- RDU Airport: 25 to 30 minutes
- Wilson: about 40 minutes
- Rocky Mount: about 45 minutes
Getting Outside
Knightdale Station Park has an amphitheater, splash pad and disc golf. The Mingo Creek Greenway connects to Raleigh's Neuse River Trail, and Knightdale Environmental Park has trails.
Nearby Towns
Knightdale Questions
What county is Knightdale, NC in?
Knightdale is in Wake County, North Carolina. Main ZIP code(s): 27545.
How far is Knightdale, NC from Raleigh?
About 15 to 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic and where you're headed.
What kinds of homes are in Knightdale, NC?
Most of Knightdale's homes are subdivisions and townhomes built from the 1990s to today, with some older homes near downtown and a few rural lots on the edges of town.
What is there to do in Knightdale, NC?
Knightdale Station Park has an amphitheater, splash pad and disc golf. The Mingo Creek Greenway connects to Raleigh's Neuse River Trail, and Knightdale Environmental Park has trails.
How do I find out about schools in Knightdale, NC?
School assignments can change, so verify school assignment for any address with the school district.
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