North Carolina State University | Best Places to Live Nearby
Raleigh, North Carolina
The Raleigh NC has some of the nation's finest universities and colleges, surrounded by wonderful small towns and large cities. If you're considering Raleigh relocation information, choosing the best place to live near North Carolina State University might be high on your list.
Quick Facts about North Carolina State University (NCSU)
- State is consistently ranked as a "national best value" among top public universities
- State is the largest four-year institution in North Carolina, currently educating over 31,000 students
- State is recognized for its strong programs in engineering, agriculture, textiles, veterinary medicine, mathematics, science, technology, and design
- State is known as the "people's university," with strong outreach and community involvement programs
- State offers over 100 majors and areas of study at both undergraduate and graduate levels
Best Places to Live near North Carolina State University (NCSU)
Click on the map to get more information and directions for each of these great destinations surrounding NCSU. There are many great options to near NCSU!
- Raleigh NC offers many great options - Raleigh has long been a relocation destination!
- New Homes in Cary NC are only about 6 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Garner NC are only about 8 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Apex NC are only about 10 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Holly Springs NC are only about 16 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Willow Springs NC are only about 17 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Clayton NC are only about 18 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Fuquay Varina NC are only about 20 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Rolesville are only about 17 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Knightdale NC are only about 17 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Wake Forest NC are only about 19 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Durham NC are only about 22 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Chapel Hill NC are only about 25 miles from NCSU
- New Homes in Wendell NC are only about 23 miles from NCSU
You may also be interested in the Best Places to Live surrounding other prominent North Carolina universities:
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Best Places to Live Near Duke University
If you're looking for the best place to live near NCSU, you'll enjoy visiting the wide variety of options the Raleigh area has to offer!

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Good information for those that are planning a move to your area. North Carolina is one of the favorite destinations for Maryland retirees.
Roy - there are so many things to do here, with a wonderful climate, that it's no surprise Raleigh is a top retirement destination!
Mike - always something new to see at the NC Museums in Raleigh, and nearly every exhibit is free!