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Leaving Kansas City for Raleigh - talk me into/out of it
Random but My wife and I moved here from Chicago about 7 years ago. Thoughts?
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Tyler O.
Pretty much.
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Luna Ramirez
OK since this keeps coming up, here's my definitive Raleigh guide from someone who's been here way too long.
**Neighborhoods ranked (my opinion):**
Tier 1 (if you can afford it):
- North Hills: safest area, good schools
- Holly Springs: solid value for the location
Tier 2 (best value):
- Brier Creek: best value in the city
- Wake Forest: good schools, safe streets
Avoid (unless you know what you're doing):
- I won't name names but do your research on anything significantly below market rate
**Cost Reality Check:**
- 1-bed decent area: /mo
- 2-bed decent area: /mo
- Groceries for 2: /mo
- Car insurance: underrated compared to national avg
- Utilities: /mo average
**The Honest Truth:**
The food scene in {hood} is honestly incredible.. Raleigh is quiet but it's not for everyone. If you value quiet over career growth, you'll love it. If it's the other way around, maybe consider Cleveland.
Good luck!
**Neighborhoods ranked (my opinion):**
Tier 1 (if you can afford it):
- North Hills: safest area, good schools
- Holly Springs: solid value for the location
Tier 2 (best value):
- Brier Creek: best value in the city
- Wake Forest: good schools, safe streets
Avoid (unless you know what you're doing):
- I won't name names but do your research on anything significantly below market rate
**Cost Reality Check:**
- 1-bed decent area: /mo
- 2-bed decent area: /mo
- Groceries for 2: /mo
- Car insurance: underrated compared to national avg
- Utilities: /mo average
**The Honest Truth:**
The food scene in {hood} is honestly incredible.. Raleigh is quiet but it's not for everyone. If you value quiet over career growth, you'll love it. If it's the other way around, maybe consider Cleveland.
Good luck!
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Roman Kelly
+1
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Isla B.
Totally agree.
9 upvotes
Ruby Kim
OK since this keeps coming up, here's my definitive Raleigh guide from someone who's been here way too long.
**Neighborhoods ranked (my opinion):**
Tier 1 (if you can afford it):
- Downtown Raleigh: best food in the city
- Apex: growing fast, get in now
Tier 2 (best value):
- Mordecai: great community feel
- Oakwood: quiet but close to everything
Avoid (unless you know what you're doing):
- I won't name names but do your research on anything significantly below market rate
**Cost Reality Check:**
- 1-bed decent area: /mo
- 2-bed decent area: /mo
- Groceries for 2: /mo
- Car insurance: solid compared to national avg
- Utilities: /mo average
**The Honest Truth:**
Public transit is {transit_feel} - you'll want a car.. Raleigh is growing but it's not for everyone. If you value community over career growth, you'll love it. If it's the other way around, maybe consider Columbus.
Feel free to ask specifics.
**Neighborhoods ranked (my opinion):**
Tier 1 (if you can afford it):
- Downtown Raleigh: best food in the city
- Apex: growing fast, get in now
Tier 2 (best value):
- Mordecai: great community feel
- Oakwood: quiet but close to everything
Avoid (unless you know what you're doing):
- I won't name names but do your research on anything significantly below market rate
**Cost Reality Check:**
- 1-bed decent area: /mo
- 2-bed decent area: /mo
- Groceries for 2: /mo
- Car insurance: solid compared to national avg
- Utilities: /mo average
**The Honest Truth:**
Public transit is {transit_feel} - you'll want a car.. Raleigh is growing but it's not for everyone. If you value community over career growth, you'll love it. If it's the other way around, maybe consider Columbus.
Feel free to ask specifics.
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Waylon
I walk my dog through North Hills every day and Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.. The vibe has really shifted in the past couple years.
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