Before we look at the Triangle’s projected housing market for 2022, check out last year’s numbers:

Realtor.com reported that Wake County saw a 22% increase in average home price, growing from $328,000 in January to $400,000+ by November.
In November, Raleigh’s median listing home price was $397,000, trending up 16.6% year-over-year.
In November, Durham’s median listing home price was $359,900, trending up 24.1% year-over-year.
In November, Chapel Hill’s median home price was $492,000, trending up 9.3% year-over-year.

Here’s what’s projected for the Triangle’s housing market in 2022:

Realtor.com ranked Raleigh No. 24 out of 30 in the Metropolitan city category in its top housing markets for 2022 study.
The City of Oaks is projected to see a home sale increase of 9.6% and a 4% increase in home prices.
Zillow predicted Raleigh will be the third hottest market in the US.
For the Durham + Chapel Hill metro, sales are projected to increase 8.9% with a 4.2% increase in home prices.

Did you buy or look at Raleigh homes in 2021? We’d love to hear about your experience + what factors helped you decide to consider that neighborhood.

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EVENTS

Today

Coffee with Gary Greene | Tues., Jan. 11 | Times vary | Virtual | Free | Small business owners are invited to learn from community leaders about their business experiences.
Diane Chamberlain | Tues., Jan. 11 | 7 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books | $32.50 | Celebrate USA Today’s bestselling author Diane Chamberlaine’s latest novel,“The Last House on the Street.” 📖

Wednesday

Art Nouveau Celebration 2022 Patron Party | Wed., Jan. 12 | 7-9:30 p.m. | NCMA | Free | A reception to recognize and thank members + partners for supporting the NCMA complete with live music, Parisian-themed hors d’oeuvres, desserts + more.
Pollinator Gardening | Wed., Jan. 12 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Ct., Knightdale | Free | Learn how to make your garden thrive with a pollinator habitat. 🦋

Thursday

Carolina Hurricanes | Thurs., Jan. 13 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena | $19+ | Cheer on the Carolina Hurricanes as they take on the Columbus Blue Jackets. (Oh hey, CBUStoday.)
National Association of Women in Construction Triangle | Thurs., Jan. 13 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Sheraton Imperial, 4700 Emperor Dr., Durham | $25 members, $35 nonmembers | Join the NAWIC for a workshop on achieving your goals and facing adversity, led by Mitch Savoie Hill.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

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Civic

The House Wake! COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program will stop accepting applications at 5 p.m. on Fri., Jan. 21. Wake County wants to ensure that all approved applicants have their rent or utility payments covered through Sat., April 30. The total budget for the program is $101 million.
With construction underway on the Crabtree Creek West Greenway Project, Raleigh Transportation has installed a temporary pedestrian path on Lindsay Dr. to allow continued access to the greenway. Hear from the crew behind the project + see what the temporary path looks like here. 🚧
Starting this week, most Wake County parks will close at 6 p.m. Click here to view a complete list of updated park hours. 🌳

Sports

Season tickets for North Carolina FC’s and NC Courage’s 2022 seasons are now available to purchase. North Carolina FC’s first home game is against the Chattanooga Red Wolves on Sat., April 2. NC Courage’s schedule is still pending. ⚽
Pinehurst will host the men’s and women’s US Open in 2024 and 2029 on the legendary Donald Ross designed No. 2 course. The 2024 championship will be the fourth hosted at the No. 2 course in 25 years. ⛳

Arts

The Carolina Ballet Summer Intensive program will run from Mon., Jun. 27-Sat., July 30. students will have the opportunity to train, rehearse, + perform alongside professional dancers of the Carolina Ballet — offering in-person, virtual, and video auditions this year. 🩰

Job

Spoonflower — part of the Shutterfly family of brands — is looking for a Durham-based Artist Community Manager. The role will be responsible for ongoing activities within branded communication channels + activities such as editorial planning and community moderation. Apply here. 💼

Regional

Fort Bragg (~1 hour from Raleigh) sent out a warning to the public that military drills will take place starting Fri., Jan 22-Wed., Feb. 4 across 12 counties, including Wake and Chatham. The drills will be held in undisclosed, rural locations over two weeks. To see the safety protocols being implemented by the US Army, click here. (The News & Observer)

Health

Durham Public Health is now offering free COVID-19 booster shots for children ages 12-15 + immunocompromised children ages 5-11. Additionally, it shortened the Pfizer booster waiting period from six months to five months. Learn more here.

Ranked

NC One Water announced Durham has the best tasting tap water in the state for the third year in a row. Williams Water Treatment Plant provided the winning water entry. Raleigh water ranked second, followed by Cary in third. 💧

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