Want to know why so many people want to move to North Carolina? Read on to find out, plus get the Complete Guide to Moving To North Carolina.
The appeal of moving to North Carolina is clear: from the Appalachian Mountains, all the way to the enormous coastline, buyers have the pick of the litter with where they want to live. Additionally, even if you live on one side of the state, you can travel to the other side within a few hours.
The Complete Guide to Moving to North Carolina
Locations
North Carolina is one of the few states that has mountains, plains, and coast within just a few hours between.
appalachian mountains
On the Western part of the state lies 96 miles of the Appalachian Trail and Mountains. NC has the highest mountain in the trail, Clingmans Dome.
the triangle
In the center of the state is the Triangle – some of the fastest growing cities in the country. The Triangle consists mainly of the areas between Raleigh and Durham.
coast + outer banks
NC has more beaches than you can count. The Outer Banks are barrier islands on the Atlantic Ocean, and are a highly desired vacation spot.
Explore
One reason so many choose to move to North Carolina is the opportunity to vacation where you live. Towards the west, you can visit the Biltmore Estate “America’s Largest Home,” or take hikes through the Appalachian Mountains.
The middle of the state is filled with downtown events, shops, and concerts. Visit the Capitol building, or take a walk down Glenwood Avenue and visit the many breweries, shops, and eateries.Â
One big tourist attraction on the coast is NC’s many lighthouses. You can learn about the history of each lighthouse, and walk all the way up to see the gorgeous views.
Live
Over and over again, North Carolina cities are ranked the best places to live in. Here’s our top list of cities to live in.
The capitol of North Carolina, and one of the most well-known cities. Raleigh is filled with business opportunities and weekly events.Â
One of the largest growing suburban areas and perfect for families, Cary has a multitude of shops, eateries, and in-town events.
Only 15 minutes from Raleigh, Apex is known as the “Peak of Good Living” and is growing more than ever. Apex has a beautiful historic downtown area with shops and food.
Holly Springs is turning into the new Cary with all of its improvements and family-centered events.
Asheville is in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is known for it’s gorgeous views and art scene.
A mix of city and country, Fuquay is 20 minutes from Raleigh but also has the feel of a small town.Â
The “commercial hub” of North Carolina. It’s also known for the NASCAR hall of fame. Charlotte downtown is the place for many concerts, events, and great food.
On the coast, Wilmington is full of history, and is the NC Battleship is moored.
Reasons to Love Living in NC
- Variety of weather. North Carolina gets to experience all 4 seasons in a year, and we have beautiful locations to experience both.
- Fantastic colleges and programs. NC is known for its schools nationwide.
- Job growth. So many tech companies have made North Carolina one of their home bases.
- Cost of living is much lower than many other states.