Mordecai
Raleigh, NC

Mordecai - Raleigh, NC
Area Guide
Raleigh's most historic destination
In 1785, Joel Lane (known as the "Father of Raleigh") built a grand plantation home for his son, Henry. The 5,000-acre plantation was one of Wake County's largest. Henry left the plantation to his daughter, Margaret, who was married to Moses Mordecai. The Mordecai House is the oldest home in Raleigh still at its original location, and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The neighborhood surrounding this historic plantation home is known as the Mordecai Place Historic District. Mordecai features more than 180 historic homes, most built around 1900 and including craftsman, bungalow, and colonial revival styles.
Mordecai is a downtown neighborhood with a Citizens Advisory Committee. In addition to the historic park (which, along with the plantation home, also contains the birthplace of President Andrew Jackson), Mordecai Mini Park, a terrific neighborhood park with a playground. Mordecai is adjacent to William Peace University and just a few blocks north of the Museum of Natural Sciences. Saint Augustine's University is east of the neighborhood, and NC State is about three miles southwest of Mordecai.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Mordecai is $1,021 for one bedroom. Apartment rent in Mordecai has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
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1 BR
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700 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,021/month
Average Rent
Transportation
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mordecai Historic Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education
- Marbles Kids Museum
- Neuse Riverkeeper Foundation
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
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