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MAY IN RALEIGH: EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS
Click on the images below for ideas for things to do in Raleigh in May Spring is bringing fun festivals, events and celebrations. IT’s Cinque de Mayo, May the Fourth, Mother’s Day and National Bike Month! Click the images below for ideas to create a fun month in Raleigh! Don’t miss what’s happening this weekend in Raleigh!
LIVING IN RALEIGH
Here are a few reasons to love living in Raleigh with useful resources for those considering moving to Raleigh. If you’re looking for a Raleigh realtor, we can help save you the stress of finding a trusted and qualified agent. See more here.
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Planning on visiting Raleigh? Whether you are looking for things to do in Raleigh, places to stay in Raleigh, and how to get around Raleigh, we’ve got posts and itinerary guides to help you! Click the links below for starters!
INCREDIBLE VACATION IDEAS
We love Raleigh’s central location to so many amazing destinations and easy getaways. From the mountains to the beaches, and fun urban experiences. We can’t wait to keep sharing what we discover. Click the article names below to learn more
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In this podcast episode we chat about the current Raleigh real estate market with our realtor partner, @chuckbelden, a local full-service and client-centered realtor. Chuck shares valuable insights into the current state of the Raleigh market for the first quarter and looking ahead, including:
* Is it a buyers or sellers market?
* Current inventory for sale (supply & demand)
* Are prices rising, stabilizing, or declining?
* Average time on market?
* Current average home price in Raleigh
* Current interest rates and their impact
* What factors are driving the Raleigh real estate market right now?
* Good value neighborhoods
* Advice for buyers and sellers
* Due diligence fee trends (and what it is)
* New construction vs. existing homes
* And much more!
Comment below with the word PODCAST and we will send you the link to our podcast page via your DMs.
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New to Raleigh? Allow me to introduce you to the 4 Districts at @VisitNorthHills [ad].
Just 5-miles north of downtown Raleigh, North Hills is one of the best places in Wake County for boutique shopping, restaurants, bars, wellness studios, entertainment, and events.
Home to 130+ local shops, a Farmers’ Market, greenspaces, apartment living, and on-site hotels, North Hills is a one-stop destination and a popular place to live, work, shop, dine, and stay.
Each of the 4 districts are pedestrian-friendly outdoor shopping promenades. Simply park your car and everything is within a short walk.
The new Innovation District includes Makers Alley, a hub and alleyway for hyperlocal businesses owners and creators to show off their products and services on a walkable ground level.
And don`t miss the fun events held throughout the year.
We have a "First Timers Guide to North Hills" on our blog at ThisIsRaleigh.com. Comment below with the words NORTH HILLS and we will send the link to you via DM.
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![New to Raleigh? Allow me to introduce you to the 4 Districts at @VisitNorthHills [ad].
Just 5-miles north of downtown Raleigh, North Hills is one of the best places in Wake County for boutique shopping, restaurants, bars, wellness studios, entertainment, and events.
Home to 130+ local shops, a Farmers’ Market, greenspaces, apartment living, and on-site hotels, North Hills is a one-stop destination and a popular place to live, work, shop, dine, and stay.
Each of the 4 districts are pedestrian-friendly outdoor shopping promenades. Simply park your car and everything is within a short walk.
The new Innovation District includes Makers Alley, a hub and alleyway for hyperlocal businesses owners and creators to show off their products and services on a walkable ground level.
And don't miss the fun events held throughout the year.
We have a "First Timers Guide to North Hills" on our blog at ThisIsRaleigh.com. Comment below with the words NORTH HILLS and we will send the link to you via DM.
#visitnorthhills #midtownraleigh #northhillsraleigh #Raleighshopping #Raleighrestaurants #Raleighmoms #visitRaleigh #NorthRaleigh](https://thisisraleigh.com/wp-content/uploads/sb-instagram-feed-images/436587539_1121548225793021_7333350978961712717_nfull.webp)
Wake Forest is a popular town to live in, just a 35-minute drive north of downtown Raleigh. And one of the top 5 most popular neighborhoods is Stonewater.
Stonewater is a newish but small community with about 250 homes and about a 15-minute drive south of downtown Wake Forest (and close to Rolesville).
Amenities at Stonewater include a community pool and playground. And here you’ll enjoy wide streets and sidewalks, generous property sizes, a beautiful community, and nearby award-winning golf courses.
Stonewater has home sizes ranging from 3500 – 3800 sq ft. And home prices ranging from $900K to $1 million.
We have an article sharing the top 5 neighborhoods in Wake Forest on our blog, ThisIsRaleigh.com
Comment below with the words WAKE FOREST and I will send you the article via DM.
P.S. if you need help finding a great realtor to assist your home buying, contact us below and we will connect you with our trusted realtor partner:
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You just arrived in Raleigh at RDU Airport for the very first time. What is your first memory, impression, or thought about Raleigh?
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