What BestPlaces Users Say about Raleigh
Raleigh, North Carolina is a popular city known for its thriving job market, affordable cost of living, and vibrant culture. With a population of over 450,000, it is the second-largest city in the state. It is also home to several universities, making it a hub for young professionals and students. However, before making the decision to move to Raleigh, it is important to consider the experiences of those who currently reside there. Here are four different user reviews from BestPlaces.net that provide insight into living in Raleigh.
1. "I have lived in Raleigh for over 20 years and it has been a great place to raise a family. The schools are top-notch and the cost of living is very affordable. There are also plenty of job opportunities, especially in the technology and healthcare industries. The only downside is the traffic can be frustrating during rush hour." - Jennifer S.
2. "I moved to Raleigh for its growing food and music scene, and I have not been disappointed. There are so many amazing restaurants and live music venues to explore. The city also has a great mix of urban and outdoor activities, with plenty of parks and trails to enjoy. However, the summers can get quite hot and humid, so be prepared for that." - Michael D.
3. "I relocated to Raleigh for work and I have been pleasantly surprised by the community here. People are friendly and welcoming, and there is a strong sense of community. The downtown area has been revitalized and there are always events and festivals happening. However, the housing market can be competitive and the cost of living is rising." - Sarah M.
4. "I have been living in Raleigh for a few years now and I absolutely love it. The weather is great, with mild winters and warm summers. The city also offers a good balance of urban and suburban living, so you can choose the type of lifestyle you want. There is never a shortage of things to do and explore, from museums to breweries to outdoor activities." - Kevin T.
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Stay away!! - 10/28/2012
If you are thinking of moving here, DON'T!!!!! I came here for the military 17 years ago and regret every day of it. Can't wait to leave. Everybody and their brother is moving here and RUINING what was once a great place. The local and state government doesn't care, all they see is $$$$$!! Roads, radio, jobs, eateries, sports, traffic, housing, drivers, and lack of greenery all suck. It seems like yesterday that this was a sleepy little city,now its a congested dump. People,please leave!! You really are not wanted/needed here. Go back to where you came from and ruin your own
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Raleigh, NC is one of "America's best cities" - 10/24/2012
According to Bloomberg Businessweek, Raleigh, NC is #1 in their ranking of America's best cities (2011): "To most residents of Raleigh, it may not come as a surprise that their city earned the title of America’s Best City. Raleigh shows the cultural graces that go along with anchoring the so-called Research Triangle, home to North Carolina State University, Duke University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Among its many attributes the city sports 867 restaurants, 110 bars, and 51 museums, according to Onboard Informatics, as well as a thriving social scene, good schools, and 12,512 park acres, equal to several times the green space per capita in cities like New York and Los Angeles, according to the Trust for Public Land. It also offers a great deal on nights and weekends—from concerts and opera, to the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes and college sports, to the 30,000-square-foot State Farmers Market. Raleigh may have a population of only about 400,000 and span about
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Relocation Plans - 9/29/2012
Hello, we are a family of four, me and my husband and two little girls. We are looking for a good place to raise our kids, with good schools and low crime rate. I am and accountant, but I haven't been able to find a job in Florida since I graduated a year ago. My husband is a truck driver who owns his business. We live in a small town in FL, we don't like crowded cities. I was considering Cary, NC as a possibility. Can anyone give some
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Raleigh, NC, quality of life is good - 9/3/2012
I have lived here since 1958, so I feel qualified to make a few comments. These are mostly responses to what others have said on this site, and I hope if you are thinking of moving here--you will find this post helpful.
Like most southern cities, Raleigh has many people who attend church regularly and some of these people are very conservative and judgmental. If you don't want to attend church, though, no problem. I'm a liberal Democrat and not very religious, and no one has ever questioned my stance...at least not that I was aware of:) I can tell you that there are plenty of liberal Democrats here.
Inside the Beltline Raleigh is mostly populated by natives. It's extremely gorgeous and very pricey. I wish I could afford to live there. But if you are worried about people not being nice to you because you are from somewhere else, I can tell you that you are more likely to be happy in north Raleigh, Cary, or Apex. I really love Apex; my sister has lived there
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Life in the City of Oaks - 8/1/2012
There is so much to do here in Raleigh and the surrounding area. Have lived here for 12 years and truly enjoy the opportunities presented on a daily basis. Great living! Great lifestyle! Great place to have called
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Moving to NC - 4/17/2012
I actually amin serach of information... I will be moving to NC later this year or early 2013. I was looking at Raliegh, Greensboro or somewhere around those vacinities. i am a single mother with one child left at home and would like her to attend a Charter school verses a regular High school, One with high standards and acedemics. I will also need to work. We are of a mixed decent but hard working and not into all the social TV hype. Much more laid back and family oriented. Where would be the best city? (by your opinion)... My oldest daughter and her husband will be moving there as well but not sure where, but in the same area and she is a teacher.
Thank you for your input!
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Raleigh is a fake city - 2/22/2012
Raleigh isn't a city. Its a regular-nothing-special, half-assed planned kind a place that thinks that having 3 tall buildings in what it laughingly calls "downtown" qualifies it as city.
Quite honestly, if it wasn't for RTP, this dump of a town would be off the map.
Clearly, some key people in certain media have been massively bribed to put Raleigh in "Best Place for...." rankings - what else explains its position in those rankings?
As for the people, they really are quite rude, arrogant and tiny minded and god help you if you need a job here and don't know anyone.
There's only one direction for this place and its down.
Every day, we regret that we moved here and can't wait to move to a modern functioning city, with people who have an understanding of the real
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Below Average Quality of Life - 2/16/2012
My family and I moved here 9/2010 and thought Raleigh to be the ideal place to start a career and raise a family. Big Mistake. I have a Bachelors Degree in Finance and am still looking for a job in my field. I've had few interviews but not one offer. I now work in a restaurant, which is where I don't want to be. However, because I have to pay the bills, this is what I must do. The people here are distant and rude and do not like anyone not from the South. I find the people drive without caution. My wife can't find a decent job either. People here don't open up to you. I lived in FL for 31 years and thought NC would be a more prominent state, but I was wrong. I still can't believe you have to pay property tax on your own car. Overall, this was an expensive and costly move. We were thinking about Asheville, but think the grass is no greener there. We'll have to relocate as our funds are running low. We can't make ends meet, so we must move to a more suitable city and state. Sorry, but
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Below Average Quality of Life - 2/16/2012
My family and I moved here in 9/2010 with plans to stay here for a long time. I have a Bachelors degree in Finance and am still looking for a job in my field of study. Unfortunately, no bank or finance company has yet extended an offer. I've had few interviews and hard luck getting my foot in the door with an entry level position. We thought Raleigh was a beautiful city with plenty of opportunity. However, it's anything but that. The people are generally not that friendly and drive dangerously, for example. The taxes here are ridiculously high and we have to pay property tax on our vehicles, too. I work in a restaurant because no employer is willing to at least give me a job as a bank teller. There is definitely a lot of southern "home cooking" here. No one likes you unless you're from the South. I feel like the move to this city was a big mistake. We are thinking of moving to Asheville, but I don't think the grass is any greener there. Good luck finding success and fortune here. It's
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