The Highland Park community exists within the 27513 zip code along Branniff Drive. Well-established, ranch-style and two story dwellings of brick and vinyl-siding grace the lawns of this area. Many lawns are sprawling, semi-wooded and neatly manicured. Shaped bushes, decorative trees, paved walkways and small front porches give the neighborhood a retro charm.
With Chapel Hill Road lining the southern border of the vicinity and Maynard Road carving a path along the east side, this district is convenient for Highway 54. Interstate 40, also known as the Dan K. Moore Freeway and Interstate 440, or the Raleigh Beltline, are an easy drive east.
Local residents can choose from a variety of personal interests, clubs and activities. For the card player, the Queen of Hearts Bridge Club may prove interesting. For the karate trainee, Young Olympians is in this area. There are also gaming zones, cheerleading squads and dance troops.
Wake County Public School System oversees education in the Highland Park neighborhood. Several elementary and middle schools are in the immediate area. Preschools are Triangle Montessori and KinderCare Learning Center.
Museums and galleries in this district include the Russian Art Gallery, the Page-Walker Arts and History Center and the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Within walking distance of Highland Park is Godbold Park. The outstanding feature of this city park is the restrooms. In addition, Godbold provides playgrounds, picnic tables, basketball sites and tennis courts. Locals enjoy this family friendly setting.
Surrounding the Highland Park community are many apartment complexes. Oak Hollow, Preston’s Reserve, Hyde Park and Apartments at Weston Lakeside are all in this district.