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Strolling the streets of downtown Raleigh, the “City of Oaks,” is like walking through a fine art painting. Beautiful overarching oak trees create a stunning, picturesque setting. Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina, it has been named best place to live in North Carolina, and best big city in the Southeast. Residents looking for a home for rent in Raleigh can expect to find a family-friendly atmosphere, quality of life, low cost of living, and endless things to do – all served up with gracious Southern charm.

Available Raleigh Homes for Rent

House rentals in Raleigh offer a diverse range of options all with the desired Southern Charm of North Carolina. Some of the best neighborhoods to consider for house rentals in Raleigh include historic Oakwood, known for its restored Victorian Homes. Five Points is another popular choice, offering a mix of bungalows and cottages, along with local shops and dining. North Hills is a bustling area with upscale homes, surrounded by shopping and dining options. Overall, Raleigh’s neighborhoods offer a blend of urban amenities and suburban charm, making it a great place to rent a house.

Raleigh offers a relatively affordable cost of living compared to other major cities in the United States. If you’re looking to relocate for work or seeking new opportunities, browse our Raleigh homes for rent here.

Raleigh Arts & Entertainment

Raleigh boasts a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, music venues, and cultural events showcasing the city’s creativity and talent.

PNC Arena
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
North Carolina Museum of Art
Contemporary Art Museum of Raleigh
North Carolina Museum of History
Marbles Kids Museum
Carolina Ballet
North Carolina Symphony

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Raleigh Destinations

Raleigh’s top destinations include the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Pullen Park, and the North Carolina Museum of Art, offering a mix of natural beauty, recreation, and cultural experiences.

Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Gardens
Daniel Dhers Action Sports Complex
Neuse River Greenway Trail
William B. Umstead State Park
Pullen Park

Raleigh Top Employers

Raleigh’s job market is strong, with a diverse economy driven by industries such as technology, healthcare, education, and research, and top employers including IBM, Cisco Systems, and WakeMed Health & Hospitals.

Duke University and Health System
State of North Carolina
Wake County Public School System
Walmart
IBM Corporation
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Target Corporation
UNC Rex Healthcare
SAS Institute, Inc.

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Raleigh Schools

When considering renting a home in Raleigh, it’s important to consider the school districts, as they can vary in quality and reputation. Raleigh is served by the Wake County Public School System, one of the largest and most highly regarded school districts in North Carolina. The district is known for its focus on academic excellence, offering a wide range of programs and extracurricular activities to help students succeed. Popular neighborhoods with top-rated schools in Raleigh include North Raleigh, Cary, and Apex, making them desirable areas for families looking to rent a home.

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More About Raleigh, NC

Raleigh is part of an area known as the Research Triangle due to a high concentration of technology and scholarly institutions.  Raleigh has North Carolina State University, Chapel Hill is home to the University of North Carolina, and Durham’s got Duke University and North Carolina Central University. This triangle has become one of the country’s most successful research parks, contributing significantly to advancements in high-tech, biotech research and textile development. Find desirable rental homes in Raleigh from Tricon Residential here

Raleigh typically tops the list of best places to live for broadband access and Wi-Fi hotspots, making it a highly connected city. As a tech-savvy place to live, Raleigh residents have come to appreciate technology solutions in their home. Tricon Residential has single-family rental homes that offer Smart Home technology, and highly desirable options like attached garages and fenced backyards.

Job opportunities and career advancement are huge benefits Raleigh offers due to a highly educated population, low unemployment, strong job growth, and a low cost of doing business. Raleigh is well served by an industrial base that spans financial services, medical, apparel electrical, electronic and telecommunications equipment, food processing, paper products and pharmaceuticals. In fact, the city ranked third for Best Places for Business, according to Forbes, 2020.

Raleigh ranks high on many lists, is has been rated a most walkable large city, and one of the Best Retirement Cities thanks to its low cost of living, mild winters and walkability. There are tons of places to enjoy the outdoors in Raleigh. The Neuse River Trail is a 27.5-mile-long scenic path; the 66-acre Pullen Park offers rides, paddle boats and places to picnic and relax; Umstead State Park has lakes, bike trails and camping; and Johnson Park has 150 acres of water opportunities to swim, paddle and fish. There’s a BMX championship-caliber race track; and J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a 10-acre arboretum and botanical garden offering year-round exhibits and permanent gardens.

For a night out, Raleigh has art museums, symphony, ballet, and many other options. Take in a show at the Walnut Creek Amphitheatre or Red Hat Amphitheater, both feature top performing artists, providing easy listening under the beautiful Carolina night sky.

Hungry? Barbecue is top of the food chain. The Carolina Hot Dog is a favored specialty, along with Sweet Tea. Raleigh has a burgeoning craft beer scene, with reputable breweries like Big Boss, Lonerider, and Crank Arm.  Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing offers some of the best brews in town combined with one of the best views in town.

For sports, Raleigh has National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, or the “Canes” as they’re called locally. They play out of the 20,000-seat PNC Arena. North Carolina State University’s Wolfpack also has a huge fanbase, and compete nationally in 24 intercollegiate varsity sports as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. They say, if the Wolfpack lose a game, you can hear the Wolfpack howl across the city.

Raleigh’s location in the center of North Carolina puts residents a short drive to beautiful beaches in Wilmington, and a few hours’ drive to skiing and snowboarding at Sugar Mountain. All very doable in just one day.

Some of the best neighborhoods to rent in Raleigh include Oakwood, Cameron Village, Boylan Heights, Hayes Barton, Mordecai, Downtown Raleigh, North Hills and Wakefield. If you’re looking for homes for rent in these areas, Tricon Residential has many stand alone single family rental properties that may fit your needs and budget, including finding much sought after school districts.

Overall, Raleigh is an excellent place to raise a family, Raleigh has great schools and a strong emphasis on family values. This, combined with Raleigh’s great career advancement opportunities, creates a place where families flourish. Turn to the freedom and convenience of rental living with Tricon Residential. You’ll enjoy virtually maintenance free-living in a single-family home in a good neighborhood with plenty of space for everyone including the pets.

Choose Raleigh and enjoy a life you only dreamed of – full of everything you want and need. And at day’s end, kick back on your front porch and sip a satisfyingly cool sweet tea, southern style.

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WHY RENT WITH TRICON RESIDENTIAL

Founded on the understanding that a home is more than a roof over your head, Tricon Residential is committed to helping families find that perfect single-family home.

An industry leader in customer service, we maintain high-quality homes to exceed standards. That’s why Tricon Residential is one of the fastest-growing residential real estate companies in the country.