Relocation Guide
Moving to Chapel Hill, NC
A practical guide to relocating to the Research Triangle — how the towns differ, how commutes work, and what to check before you buy.
Find your Chapel Hill
Explore the Triangle, town by town
- 01
Living in Chapel Hill: An Area-by-Area Look
An overview of Chapel Hill's housing areas, from historic streets near campus to planned communities like Southern Village and Meadowmont.
- 02
Living in Carrboro
What to know about Carrboro: housing types, the town center, transit and the Saturday farmers' market.
- 03
Living in Durham
An introduction to Durham's neighborhoods, downtown and commute options for people relocating to the Triangle.
- 04
Living in Hillsborough
Hillsborough's historic downtown, Riverwalk and housing options, about 20 minutes from Chapel Hill and Durham.
- 05
Living in Chatham County and Pittsboro
Pittsboro, Fearrington, Briar Chapel, Governors Club and rural Chatham County — what to know before you move south of Chapel Hill.
- 06
Commuting Around the Triangle and RTP
A guide to the main commute routes, transit options and drive times between Chapel Hill, Durham, RTP and Raleigh.
The Chapel Hill Letter
A short letter, once a month
Market numbers without spin, a few worthwhile listings, and what is happening around town.