Raleigh Real Estate

Consistently ranked as one of the most desirable places to live and work in the country, Raleigh is a rapidly growing city that offers an incredibly high quality of life. Part of the popular Triangle region and close to numerous prestigious universities, Raleigh boasts a higher-than-average median income, healthy job market, exceptionally low crime rate, and a friendly small-town atmosphere. Given this state capital's energy and vibrancy, it's no wonder the Raleigh real estate market is booming with an increase in population each year.

With an estimated 347,729 people and continued substantial growth since 1990, Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina. Money Magazine recently ranked Raleigh as the "Fourth-Best Big City" in the U.S., a distinction that residents would most certainly agree with. The Raleigh metro area was also ranked #2 on Forbes Magazine's list of "Best Places for Business and Careers" in 2006. It's no wonder Raleigh scores rave reviews - just consider its close proximity to the renowned Research Triangle Park, convenient transportation, revitalized downtown, and accessibility to top universities. Since the city is near several premier institutes of higher education, residents here enjoy access to world-class museums, galleries, parks, events, and more. North Carolina State University is a nationally-recognized research and academic institution with about 7,000 employees. NCSU offers bachelor's degrees in over 102 fields, as well as master's degrees in 108 fields and doctoral degrees in 60 fields. Founded in 1887, NC State University has approximately 29,957 students on 2,110 acres on its Raleigh campus as well as extensions all over the state. Its Centennial Campus combines research, faculty, and student centers with industry and government to form a community of education, residences, businesses, and recreation. Raleigh is also close to Duke University in nearby Durham and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and is home to numerous first-rate universities and colleges. Raleigh's secondary school system is well-known for excellence throughout the state and region.