Thanks everyone. Yes I will not be coming down until I find a job, so perhaps it is a little early in the game to decide on a place to live. I am still very interested in Cary, but based on above am also looking into Brier Creek and North Raleigh. There is so much information it is a bit overwhelming. I think my plan is to narrow in on a few good places in each of these areas and then match up when the job comes.
If anyone has any more suggestions of websites, apartment complexes, job sites etc, they would be much appreciated! Thank you