Raleigh NC apartments for rent

Historic districts shaded by ancient great oak trees define the capitol city of Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 1792, Raleigh was named for Sir Walter Raleigh. The history of the city is evident in the historical buildings and in over 20 museums. The most famous of the museums, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, has an exhibit of North Carolina’s natural resources and its history.

Raleigh is home to the 2006 Stanley Cup winners, the Carolina Hurricanes. Visit the RBC Center, the home of the Carolina Hurricanes, and discover why it was voted the loudest arena in the NHL!

Rich with educational opportunities, Raleigh is home to seven colleges and universities, including North Carolina State University and Shaw University. Top employers include IBM, Cisco Systems, and Galaxo Wellcome.

Shopping is abundant with North Hills, Crabtree Valley Mall, Triangle Town Center and Brier Creek. Raleigh is home to the only Saks Fifth Avenue in the area. Or, if you prefer, stroll along the shady downtown streets and visit the smaller boutiques and galleries. Enjoy the cafes, pubs, and festivals that make Raleigh one of the top destinations for apartment renters.