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But you seem to be out in left field on that. I mean don't take my word for it, but go do a search on "best college towns" or something and you will see that Chapel Hill is usually ranked higher than Ithaca, probably because of the weather. I really don't understand what you say about it not being a college town. The police close down the whole downtown when the basketball team or football team wins big. Everybody wears Carolina Blue. It's very much a college town. Does it have waterfalls and jaw-dropping scenery like Ithaca? Not really, but it's very much loved for being a beautiful college town and "the Southern part of Heaven". The New York Times seemed to like our area a few years ago:
I don't get it either. I feel like the entire town revolves around UNC - down to the blue firetrucks. Doesn't appeal to me personally, but I'm definitely confused by the characterization that it is not a college town.
It was pretty accurate for Carrboro 2014. There are a few places and people who have changed since then, but the general vibe remains the same. Don't think hooping is quite as popular now, but still plenty of beards and beers.
I don't intend to say the Triangle or North Carolina in general are awful. For many people, it would be a great move. I'm just trying to tell the poster that, after reading what she likes about where she lives now, in my opinion it would be hard to find what she likes about Ithaca repeated here. Some things, sure, and milder winters (but let's talk again in August) and health care. As for Chapel Hill and Carrboro, I'm sure many people like the place. And I mean no disrespect at all to UNC; it's a great school. Chapel Hill is probably a great place to go to college or graduate school. But for someone looking for the college town atmosphere, I just don't see it.
So, Ithaca certainly is an excellent college town. It’s usually on the “best of†lists for that. But, so is Chapel Hill. Some lists have Chapel Hill higher, others Ithaca. Given some of the complaints you have for this area, have you considered Boulder or maybe Ft. Collins Colorado? Though, I expect they would be even more expensive than here.
I don't intend to say the Triangle or North Carolina in general are awful. For many people, it would be a great move. I'm just trying to tell the poster that, after reading what she likes about where she lives now, in my opinion it would be hard to find what she likes about Ithaca repeated here. Some things, sure, and milder winters (but let's talk again in August) and health care. As for Chapel Hill and Carrboro, I'm sure many people like the place. And I mean no disrespect at all to UNC; it's a great school. Chapel Hill is probably a great place to go to college or graduate school. But for someone looking for the college town atmosphere, I just don't see it.
With no due respect, you moved here during a freaking pandemic and apparently also live under a rock.
OP, don't take this guy's posts as gospel. Much if what he said is just bewilderingly inaccurate.
Talking with my husband about housing prices and other housing market related things, and we're wondering about whether we'd be better off building instead of buying. I know that the cost of construction is up, but it may be an easier way to get into a house that meets our needs without the issues related to being outbid on offers or having to decide about contingiences like inspections.
I hate to tell you this, but the new construction market is also competitive. The neighborhood going up across the road from us has people applicants bidding to get a lot and build, and they have a waiting list double the number of lots.
I hate to tell you this, but the new construction market is also competitive. The neighborhood going up across the road from us has people applicants bidding to get a lot and build, and they have a waiting list double the number of lots.
Right.
And, the big builders are releasing limited numbers of lots each month. Supply and labor issues.
Spoke with one, and they have over 100 on the wait list for 111 lots, to start taking orders in July or August. They plan on releasing 5 lots each month.
That math says it is a long haul to get a shot at a new house.
Right.
And, the big builders are releasing limited numbers of lots each month. Supply and labor issues.
Spoke with one, and they have over 100 on the wait list for 111 lots, to start taking orders in July or August. They plan on releasing 5 lots each month.
That math says it is a long haul to get a shot at a new house.
I imagine we'll be staying in our condo for a while
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