Anyone near RTP, NC?

[Nyfeara]

We're considering trying to relocate from PA to RTP-area, NC within the next few years. I'm trying to get some information regarding the different areas & their commute to RTP, schools, information about any areas where new highways/construction is planned, etc. Looking for any other general information on experiences from those that are familiar with the area. Feel free to PM if you prefer - thank you!

[kdeunc]

My sister and her husband work in RTP. They live in Hillsborough (Orange County) and have about a 35-40 minute commute. Kids go to Orange County schools and have had a great experience. They love Hillsborough. She and I both went to school in Chapel Hill and I lived in Raleigh for 5 years. WRAL is a local tv station that seems to have a lot of information on their website. You may find some resources there. I really like that area and would move back if I could (now in eastern NC).

[brittone2]

Sent a PM your way

[SnuggleBuggles]

Dh worked in Raleigh so we lived there. I liked the inside the belt line neighborhoods. We lived in Five Points for a while. I prefer older neighborhoods to new construction subdivisions. But there are tons of good options around. I didn't love the area much when we were there- cities were too small and too much sprawl- but we went back for spring break last year and I really think it's a fabulous place to have a young family. I'd now move back.

[klwa]

I live in Franklin County, so East of Raleigh, even further from RTP, but lots of people make that commute.

As far as new highways planned, they're currently working on I-40/440 in Raleigh, and will be for about 2 years. Once that's complete, they're supposed to start work on 40 south of Raleigh. And, there's the "Will they/won't they" discussion about completing I-540 around Raleigh. The southern part of that loop is being contested because of human & natural environmental concerns. In Durham, they're finally starting construction of the East End Connector. But, for the most part, no big new highways are planned for the area.

[MelissaTC]

We live in Cary and my husband works in RTP. He has a 15 minute commute. My son goes to a WCPSS middle school and we have been pretty pleased (was at a private Catholic school previously). I think you definitely need to visit and get a feel for what you like. We moved here in 1998 and have witnessed the huge transformation. I personally love Cary and wouldn't want to be anywhere else but it's not everyone's cup of tea. I would recommend visiting the City Data site for the Triangle. Lots of good info there.

[anonomom]

I'm in cary too. We love it here. Feel free to pm me with specific questions.

[carolinamama]

We are also in Cary with kids in Wake County public schools. Love the area for raising a family. Quality of life is pretty good. PM me if you have any questions.