Quick Area Guide
Raleigh serves as North Carolina’s capital city. Commonly featured on many "Best Places" lists in recent years, Raleigh’s substantial growth makes it apparent that it is one of the most appealing cities in the country. A moderate climate, diverse workforce and proximity to renowned universities and research institutions contribute to Raleigh’s popularity. In July 2005, the city’s estimated population stood at 342,194. Housing data collected between 2001 and 2005 indicates a 22.1 percent increase in new housing. The recent influx spawned myriad new restaurants, Raleigh real estate opportunities and businesses looking to cater to an area rapidly developing a taste for finer living.
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Attractions
The North Carolina State Fair
The North Carolina State Fair occurs annually every autumn. This 150-year-old event proves to be a major
attraction, drawing people from across the state to the fairgrounds in West Raleigh. Newcomers and natives revel in the unique
atmosphere and nostalgia the fair inspires.
The RBC Center
This is a popular new venue for sports events and concerts. Hockey fans know that the Carolina Hurricanes
make their home at this complex, as does the North Carolina State Basketball team.
The State Farmers' Market
This year-round market sells more than 300 different items and offers products for both the large wholesale
buyer and individual consumer. More than 35,000 spaces are rented to growers for the sale of locally grown fresh fruits and
vegetables, plants, Christmas trees and crafts.
North Carolina State Capitol
Built between 1833 and 1840, this National Historic Landmark is one of the best-preserved examples of a
civic building in Greek Revival-style architecture. It originally housed the governor's office, cabinet offices, legislative chambers,
state library and state geologist's office. Currently, the governor maintains an office on the first floor. The other restored areas of
the Capitol are open to the public.
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Golf and Tennis
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Neighborhoods
Inside the Beltline
Cristened shortly after the completion of the I-440 Beltline in the 1980s, the area known as "Inside the
Beltline," or ITB, is a collection of several smaller, historic neighborhoods and modern, renovated downtown residences. New
condo communities are being built in century-old textile mills and department stores in an effort to meet the revitalization
demand. Well-established enclaves, like the trendy and eclectic Five Points or Victorian-inspired Oakwood neighborhoods,
present numerous opportunities for convenient city living.
North Raleigh
Beginning at Six Forks Road, just north of I-440, and extending east to Capital Boulevard and north to
Falls Lake, North Raleigh is a fast-growing suburban area of Raleigh homes with everything from vast estates to townhome
communities in a series of adjacent neighborhoods. The North Ridge neighborhood off Falls of the Neuse Road is viewed as
one of the most affluent areas in the city, while other popular subdivisions include Stonebridge, Stonehenge, Bent Tree, Durant
Trails, Falls Village and Alyson Pond. This area of Raleigh appeals to many residents, and its ammenities confirm the appeal.
East Raleigh
Capital Boulevard on the west side and New Hope Road on the east side form East Raleigh's
boundaries. While older, well-established neighborhoods, like Hedingham, are favorites in this area, the significant new
developments create some healthy competition. This area, according to many real estate experts, represents the best
opportunity to find a deal on new construction.
West Raleigh
Although it is technically located Inside the Beltline, West Raleigh bears its own unique features, largely
because it encompasses North Carolina State University and a wide variety of housing options. Lake Johnson and Raleigh's
historic Pullen Park afford families a place to congregate during leisure hours. Cameron Park, with its large homes and
porches, is one of the most recognizable neighborhoods in the area.
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Preserves and Parks
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Theaters
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