North Carolina

A waterfront shot of Wilmington, NC, a city where the cost of living is lower than both state and national averages.

Cost of Living in Wilmington, NC: What Renters Should Know

Nestled along the North Carolina coast, Wilmington offers a mix of historic character, a lively cultural scene and the laidback…

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Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Charlotte, NC

Renting in Charlotte, NC, offers a fantastic balance of city living and suburban comfort with something for every budget. As…

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Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh, NC, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, offering a balance of urban amenities and Southern charm….

View of downtown Winston Salem, North Carolina, where renters can get plenty of apartment space for $1,500.

Maximizing Apartment Space in North Carolina: Here’s Where Your $1,500 Rent Budget Goes Furthest

We’re in the last days of the high season for moving when many are still looking for that perfect place…

Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, featuring modern buildings, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and state and American flags against a bright, partly cloudy sky.

Apartment Size in North Carolina: Unveiling the Cities With the Most Spacious Rentals 

From the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains to the serene Outer Banks, North Carolina’s rental market mirrors its diverse landscapes and…

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Best Cities for Renters to Live in North Carolina

If you’re looking for a fresh start in a place that blends Southern charm with modern amenities, then you might…

How Much Space You Can Rent for $1,200 in These 36 North Carolina Cities

For $1,200, you’ll get about 34% more apartment space in North Carolina than the 711 square foot average in the…

7 Restaurants You Need to Try in Fayetteville, N.C., in 2021

Moving to the lovely city of Fayetteville? Or just visiting the area and want to see what the food scene…

10 Restaurants in Greensboro to Try Out in 2021

Greensboro has a bit of everything, from American southern to cuisines from across the globe. After all, in a city…

Essential Eats in Winston-Salem

A revitalization of Winston-Salem has been in the works for the past decade, and it’s come with a restaurant renaissance!…

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10 Reasons Why Charlotte Is Not Boring

The ‘Charlotte Is Boring’ slogan has been around for a while now, but maybe people are just jealous of the…

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North Carolina Rent Report – January 2020

The average monthly rent in Charlotte and Raleigh was $1,244 and $1,223, respectively, in January, $57 and $55 more than…

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North Carolina Rent Report – Year End 2019

The U.S. average rent ended the year with a 3% ($43) increase since last December, but decreased by a slight…

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Show Your Christmas Spirit & Shop Local in Raleigh

With Christmas just days away, the shopping spree is on all around us. Do you know exactly what’s on Santa’s…

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Holiday Cheer & Charity in Raleigh

The holidays are a flurry of planning, cleaning, shopping, and emotion, so it’s easy to get lost in the whirlwind….

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North Carolina Rent Report – October 2019

The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year and 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,476 in October, according…

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North Carolina Rent Report – September 2019

The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in…

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North Carolina Rent Report – August 2019

The national average rent reached $1,472 in August, up by 3.3% ($47) year-over-year, and 0.1% ($2) month-over-month, according to data…

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North Carolina Rent Report – July 2019

The national average rent reached $1,469 in July, up by 3.4% ($48) year-over-year, and 0.2% ($3) month-over-month, according to data…

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North Carolina – Piedmont Triad Rent Report – May 2019

The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. High…

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North Carolina – The Triangle Rent Report – May 2019

The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Durham,…