Welcome to Clayton!
Close your eyes and picture a charming downtown street that's lined with endless businesses, restaurants, and a town square that hosts countless events all year round. This is just a preview of what life is like in Clayton, a small but growing suburb in Johnston County, North Carolina. Here, you'll uncover plenty of gorgeous homes, as well as some unbeatable job opportunities and award-winning schools. But what really sets Clayton apart is its Southern charm—and no matter how much this little community changes, it never loses sight of what makes it unique.
Homes for Sale in Clayton by Price
Clayton Real Estate Market Snapshot
$265k
Average List Price
43
Days on Market
$234k
Average Sold Price
91.6%
List to Sale Price
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Clayton at a Glance
Quick Facts
Population: 24,887
County: Johnston
Zip Codes: 27520 & 27527
Median Home Value: $242,000
Travel & Commute
Raleigh: 24 mins
Garner: 18 mins
Smithfield: 19 mins
Major Roads: US-70, I-40, Highway 42
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Perks of Living in Clayton
Local Shopping
Head into Downtown Clayton, and you'll find dozens of locally owned gift shops, boutiques, hardware stores, and so much more. Top picks include Yellow House, Pizzaz, and The Market at Three Little Birds, but you could spend an entire afternoon exploring everything Main Street has to offer.
Clayton also has plenty of larger retailers and shopping centers, which means you won't ever have to travel far to find what you need.
Top-Rated Eateries
Don't be fooled by its size—Clayton may be small, but it actually has a blossoming culinary scene that should be at the top of every foodie's must-try list. Clayton's selection of restaurants includes everything from fine dining at the Clayton Steakhouse, casual but elevated favorites at Mannings, or just a simple cup of joe from Boulevard West.
Of course, you can also find some larger chains that you know and love right along US-70, so there truly is something to satisfy any palate.
Green Spaces
Ready to get out and have some fun under the Carolina blue sky? Plenty of parks and trails await here in Clayton, so you can relax in nature or stay active whenever you want. Located on Amelia Church Road, the Clayton Community Park showcases sport courts and fields, a pond, walking paths, and even a community center.
You'll also find plenty of locals hanging out at the East Clayton Dog Park, Municipal Park, or the Clayton Community Garden.
Educational Opportunities
Even if you don't have children, it's worth factoring public schools into your home search. Luckily, students in Clayton attend Johnston County Schools, a district that operates 46 institutions and serves over 35,000 students across the area.
The Clayton area also has a few private schools, such as the Southside Christian School and Johnston Charter Academy.
Let's Get You Moving!
If Clayton sounds like the place for you, we'd love to help you find a home that checks all of your boxes. Reach out to Stonedale Realty to learn more about buying a home in the Clayton area—we can even send the latest listings right to your inbox!
Selling a home in Clayton or another community in JoCo? We can definitely help you out with that, too!
