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Clayton

Clayton is a growing town in Johnston County, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and excellent quality of life. Real estate in Clayton offers a range of options, from affordable single-family homes to luxury estates in master-planned communities. The town boasts a charming downtown area with local shops, restaurants, and events like the Clayton Harvest Festival. Its proximity to Raleigh makes it a popular choice for commuters.

Buyers are drawn to Clayton for its affordability and community-oriented lifestyle. The town features top-rated schools and ample recreational opportunities, including parks and golf courses. Real estate in Clayton continues to grow in demand, offering great value for buyers. With its blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, Clayton is an excellent place to call home.

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Schools In The Area

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River Dell Elementary School 919-553-1977 Public PK-5
Powhatan Elementary School 919-553-3259 Public PK-5
Clayton Middle School 919-553-5811 Public 6-8
Cleveland High School 919-934-2455 Public 9-12
River Dell Elementary School 919-553-1977 Public PK-5
Powhatan Elementary School 919-553-3259 Public PK-5
Polenta Elementary School 919-989-6039 Public PK-5
Riverwood Elementary School 919-359-6300 Public PK-5
Johnston Charter Academy 919-879-8190 Public KG-8
Cooper Academy 919-553-0256 Public KG-5
West Clayton Elementary School 919-553-7113 Public KG-5
East Clayton Elementary School 919-550-5311 Public PK-5
Wilson's Mills Elementary School 919-934-2978 Public KG-5
American Leadership Academy - Johnston 984-302-3630 Public KG-12
Southside Christian School 919-585-6742 Private PK-12 Website
Kids R Kids 919-550-8864 Private PK-KG Website
River Dell Elementary School 919-553-1977 Public PK-5
Powhatan Elementary School 919-553-3259 Public PK-5
Polenta Elementary School 919-989-6039 Public PK-5
Clayton Middle School 919-553-5811 Public 6-8
Swift Creek Middle School 919-262-0750 Public 6-8
Riverwood Elementary School 919-359-6300 Public PK-5
Johnston Charter Academy 919-879-8190 Public KG-8
Cooper Academy 919-553-0256 Public KG-5
Riverwood Middle School 919-359-2769 Public 6-8
West Clayton Elementary School 919-553-7113 Public KG-5
East Clayton Elementary School 919-550-5311 Public PK-5
Wilson's Mills Elementary School 919-934-2978 Public KG-5
American Leadership Academy - Johnston 984-302-3630 Public KG-12
Southside Christian School 919-585-6742 Private PK-12 Website
Clayton Middle School 919-553-5811 Public 6-8
Swift Creek Middle School 919-262-0750 Public 6-8
Johnston Charter Academy 919-879-8190 Public KG-8
Riverwood Middle School 919-359-2769 Public 6-8
American Leadership Academy - Johnston 984-302-3630 Public KG-12
Southside Christian School 919-585-6742 Private PK-12 Website
Academy of Hope 919-550-8181 Private 7-11 Website
Cleveland High School 919-934-2455 Public 9-12
Clayton High School 919-553-4064 Public 9-12
American Leadership Academy - Johnston 984-302-3630 Public KG-12
Southside Christian School 919-585-6742 Private PK-12 Website
Academy of Hope 919-550-8181 Private 7-11 Website

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