Transplant from Pittsburgh. Been here 11 months now. The community in ITB is really tight-knit.
The weather averaging 62F year-round is {weather_feel}. Unemployment at 3.2% is {unemp_feel}.
I don't understand why more people don't talk about ITB. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.
Thoughts?
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Zoey Diaz
I'll give you a thorough answer since I've been through this exact situation.
I moved to North Hills from Minneapolis about 2 years ago. Initially it felt a bit lonely. But after settling in, Nightlife is decent if you know where to go..
A few things I'd recommend:
- Check out North Hills and Cary for housing
- Download the local transit app even if you drive
- Visit during different seasons if you can
The biggest adjustment was walkability. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.. Overall I'd give Raleigh a 8/10 for couples.
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Angel Lopez
Been here 4 years, can vouch for this.
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Hailey Taylor
Parent of two in Holly Springs. Schools are excellent here. The parks system here is underrated.. Would recommend visiting before deciding.
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Noah R.
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.
I'm a empty nester in Apex. Been here since 2016. The airport connections are {adj} which matters if you travel..
Neighborhood-wise, Apex has really changed in the past few years. Wake Forest is the up-and-coming spot right now. Fuquay-Varina is where I'd look if budget is a concern.
Job market for construction: great. For logistics: pricey.
I've never felt unsafe walking around {hood} at night.
DM me if you want more details.
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Stella
My neighbor would disagree lol.
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Ava Collins
Worked in hospitality here for 1 years. Cost of living is {col_feel} compared to where I came from.. The market is decent right now if you're in that field.
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Eli R.
As someone who lives in ITB, Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here.. That said, your experience might vary by neighborhood.
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Violet W.
I'd highly recommend checking out Five Points. The parks system here is underrated.. Plus the food options around there are solid.
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Nova Kim
Renter's perspective: I think it's fair for the area. I'm in Wake Forest and it's solid. Definitely shop around though.
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Sophia E.
I had the opposite experience.
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Daniel
My experience has been different actually. I found that Honestly the biggest downside is {downside}.. Maybe it depends on which part of Raleigh you're in.
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Daniel Turner
Let me give you the perspective nobody asked for but everyone needs.
I've lived in Wake Forest, Downtown Raleigh, and currently in Cameron Village. Each one feels like a different city honestly.
Rent comparison:
- Wake Forest: /mo for a 2-bed
- Downtown Raleigh: about /mo
- Cameron Village: /mo but pretty good
The airport connections are {adj} which matters if you travel.. The key is finding your neighborhood. Once you do, Raleigh really clicks. Happy to answer questions.
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