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Melanie Jones is a real estate advisor in Raleigh, NC, one of the fastest growing areas in the country. License #286944

Ten years of experience and backed by Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty.

11/04/2026

$1,050,000 in Anderson Forest, and here’s what I’d want you to notice on a tour of this Inside the Beltline home.

From the cul-de-sac, you get classic Georgian curb appeal and room to practice riding a bike. Inside, oversized windows bring morning light into the main living space, and the kitchen has room for dinner prep and homework to happen at the same time. Out back, there’s a new deck with space to grill, pull up a chair, and stay outside a little longer.

I can picture coffee by the windows before the house wakes up, friends lingering on the deck after dinner, and heading upstairs to a primary suite that feels tucked away at the end of the day. With over 3,000 square feet, there’s room for everyone to do their own thing and still come together.

And then there’s the Raleigh location. Grab coffee at The Third Place in Five Points, get outside at Fallon Park or on the greenway, and catch live music at Bowstring on a Friday night. North Hills and downtown Raleigh are both nearby, and access to I-440 makes the weekday commute easier.

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Planning to sell your Raleigh, North Carolina home and you want marketing and representation like this? Send me a DM to set up a private consultation.

— Melanie Jones, your Raleigh real estate agent, sharing the best homes, neighborhoods, and local living in Raleigh, North Carolina. Follow for more listing spotlights and hyper local favorites around Raleigh.

10/28/2026

My go-to restaurants in Raleigh, NC, and what to order at each one. 🍴

If you’re new to Raleigh or just looking for your next favorite spot, start here.

    1    Poole’s Diner | Downtown Raleigh. Order the famous macaroni au gratin. Trust me on this one.
    2    Ajja | Five Points. My pick for creative Mediterranean-inspired small plates. Order a few things to share and make a night of it.
    3    Brewery Bhavana | Downtown Raleigh. Come for the atmosphere, stay for the dim sum. Perfect for sharing a little bit of everything.
    4    Crawford & Son | Person Street. My pick for a memorable date night. The menu is seasonal, so ask what’s standing out that evening.
    5    Oakwood Pizza Box | Historic Oakwood. Worth the trip for crispy, square pan pizza. Keep it simple, grab a few slices, and enjoy one of Raleigh’s neighborhood gems..

Save this for the next time someone asks where to eat in Raleigh, NC!

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Your home is just one part of the lifestyle. I’m here to help you find the right home and the right community.

Serving Raleigh, Five Points, Hayes Barton, Mordecai, Glenwood South, North Hills, and the greater Triangle area.

10/27/2026

If I could go back and talk to a 2016 homebuyer in Raleigh, NC, I’d tell them one thing: Don’t wait for the perfect time to buy.

In 2016, the typical Raleigh home value was around $321,596. Mortgage rates averaged roughly 3.65% that year. Even then, buyers had concerns about prices, the economy, and whether they should wait for a better deal.

Fast-forward to 2026, and the typical Raleigh home value is around $712,206. Meanwhile, mortgage rates are hovering around 7.4%. That’s an estimated increase of more than $390,610 in home value over a decade. 📈

Of course, not every home has appreciated at the same rate, and higher prices and interest rates make affordability a real consideration today. But Raleigh’s long-term growth tells an important story.

Here’s the hard part to hear in 2026: the buyers who purchased in 2016 didn’t need to predict the future. They needed to find the right home, buy within their means, and give their investment time to grow.

And today’s buyers? You don’t need to time the market perfectly, either.

Waiting for prices to drop, rates to fall, or the headlines to finally feel comfortable can mean missing opportunities that make sense for your goals right now. And remember, if rates eventually improve, refinancing may be an option—but you can’t go back and purchase a home at yesterday’s price.

The goal isn’t to buy at the perfect time. It’s to buy the right home at the right time for YOU.

If you’re considering buying or selling in Raleigh, NC, and want distinctive representation, thoughtful guidance, innovative marketing, and a proven process, let’s talk.
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— Melanie Jones | Local919
Your Raleigh real estate advisor, representing homeowners and buyers throughout Raleigh, Five Points, Hayes Barton, North Hills, Glenwood South, and the greater Triangle.

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Raleigh, NC
27607

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+19195592650

Website

http://www.melaniejonesliving.com/

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