Hayes Barton
Hayes Barton, developed beginning in 1920, is one of Raleigh’s most historic and distinguished neighborhoods. Designed by noted landscape architect Earle Sumner Draper, the community lies west of Glenwood Avenue and north of Wade Avenue in the heart of Five Points.
The neighborhood showcases a remarkable collection of architectural styles popular in the 1920s and mid-20th century, including Georgian Revival, Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Dutch Colonial Revival, and Craftsman-style homes. Notable examples include architect-designed residences and even unique properties like the Spanish Eclectic “Alhambra” Sears Roebuck mail-order home on St. Mary’s Street.
Hayes Barton quickly became one of Raleigh’s most desirable addresses, attracting politicians, and professionals drawn to its exclusivity, proximity to the streetcar line, and high construction standards. Local builders such as Howard E. Satterfield and J.W. Coffey & Sons further cemented the neighborhood’s reputation with their quality craftsmanship and architecturally significant homes.
As the neighborhood grew through the 1920s, commercial areas developed along Glenwood Avenue, serving residents with shops, groceries, and services that helped shape the Five Points district.
Today, Hayes Barton remains a sought-after Raleigh neighborhood, admired for its historic character, tree-lined streets, and beautifully preserved homes that reflect nearly a century of architectural and community heritage.
