Relocating to the Raleigh, NC area, and need help?

Are you considering relocating to Raleigh, NC? Let me take this opportunity to help you with all of your relocation needs.

I understand the challenges of relocating. After a decade of living and working in New York City, my husband and I decided to relocate to the Triangle NC area and settled in Raleigh, NC to embrace the quality of life here and raise our family. As a young family, relocating out of state and finding comfort and relatability in our new environment presented a unique set of challenges.

I keep that experience top of mind when I work with clients from all walks of life, throughout the state, country, and across the world who are relocating to the Raleigh-Durham area.

Raleigh, NC Fast Facts

Are you relocating to the Raleigh, NC area? Let me show you around! I love the Triangle NC area that I now call home and want to help make your relocation to our neighborhood a smooth process. Read on to learn more about the greater Raleigh area and what makes it such a great place to call home.

Raleigh, NC Accolades

The Raleigh-Durham area is known nationwide as an outstanding place to live, work, and play. Our many accolades include*:

• #1 Among America's Best Places to Live in 2022 (Raleigh) - Bankrate, January 2022
• #3 Metro Area for Best Job Opportunities in 2021 (Raleigh) - LinkedIn, March 2022
• Among America's Best Cities (Raleigh) - Best Cities, June 2021
• #3 Among Safest Large Cities (Raleigh) - AdvisorSmith, July 2021
• #1 Among Safest Midsize Cities (Cary) - AdvisorSmith, July 2021
• Among 2021's Best Cities for Hockey Fans (Raleigh) - WalletHub, June 2021
• Among Top 20 Best Summer Travel Destinations (Greater Raleigh) - WalletHub, May 2021
• Among New Destinations You Should Visit This Year (Raleigh and The Longleaf Hotel) - Tablet Hotels, January 2021
• Among 2021's Best Cities for Gamers (Raleigh) - WalletHub, July 2021

*information from VisitRaleigh.com

Navigating School Systems in Raleigh, NC

Relocating to Raleigh, NC for the school systems? Great choice! Our school systems are top of the line for students seeking good education.

• Wake County Public Schools: cities include Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Zebulon
• Durham County Schools: Durham
• Franklin County Schools: cities include parts of Youngsville, Louisburg, Franklinton, Lake Royal
• Orange County Schools: cities include parts of Durham, and Carrboro, Hillsborough, and Mebane
• Chapel Hill: (which has its own school system)

Property Tax Rates in the Raleigh Area

Here is a list of the tax rates for counties in the Raleigh, NC area (including city tax details) for your reference.

• Wake County
• Durham County
• Orange County
• Johnston County
• Franklin County
• Chatham County

Things To Do in Raleigh, NC

If you are considering relocating to Raleigh, you're probably wondering what there is to do in the area. Here are some of the most popular activities and attractions in the city of Raleigh.

Marbles Kids Museum

For just $9 per person, you can bring purposeful play to your children. The Marbles Kids Museum is an interactive exhibit focusing on play, discovery, and imagination. This attraction is full of learning opportunities in a safe and fun environment.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Calling all natural history buffs! The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences provides visitors with access to more than a dozen exhibits ranging from prehistoric times to a live aquarium. You can explore for hours on a self-guided tour of this world-class museum.

North Carolina Museum of Art

The North Carolina Museum of Art is located right here in Raleigh, so if you are relocating to the Raleigh area, you won't want to miss out on this attraction. This art museum is more than just an indoor museum. It is a 164-acre park with over 100,000 monthly visitors.

Parks & Playgrounds in Raleigh, NC

There are so many things I love about living in the Raleigh/Triangle area, one of which that stands out far above the rest -- in my opinion -- is the variety of outdoor, family-friendly, and free public parks, playgrounds, and green trails that wrap around the Raleigh, Cary, Durham, and Chapel Hill neighborhoods. Here are a few of my absolute favorite parks in Raleigh, NC!

• Pullen Park: lots of creative playgrounds for kids of all ages, amusement rides, picnic area, boating, walking trails, and a small café; for quick bites and popsicles.
• Umstead Park: this is a fairly large park crossing city boundaries between Raleigh, Durham, and Cary with lots of nature trails, picnic areas, and beautiful lake views. A great spot for family photo sessions!
• Duke Gardens: beautifully landscaped with a variety of plant species, flowers, birds, butterflies, and plenty of globally-themed garden parks. There's an endless stretch of green lawn to play frisbees on and a small amphitheater for local spring and summer events.
• Laurel Hills Park: this kid-friendly playground has a mix of activities for babies up to young readers, making it a regular stop for many North Raleigh families on the weekends. There are lots of birthday celebrations (there are picnic tables for events), playdates, and picnic possibilities for you and your family!

You can find a map of all parks in the Raleigh area from RaleighParks.org.

Raleigh, North Carolina is a wonderful place to call home. From a plethora of attractions and events to local parks and high-quality school systems, Raleigh truly has it all.

Find Your New Home With Oak Springs Realty

I am Lily Yu, an experienced investor and Realtor® in the Triangle Area of North Carolina. If you are looking to relocate to Raleigh, NC, I am here to walk with you through the process of buying a home.

I work with a variety of clients, from those buying their first homes to those looking for investment properties. If you are relocating to Raleigh, NC and need help, please give me a call or schedule a free consultation today!