CityGate Property Management & Real Estate Services

05/22/2026

The Raleigh-Durham (RDU/Triangle) rental market has shifted from “hyper-competitive” to much more renter-friendly over the last 12-18 months because of a huge wave of apartment construction across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Morrisville.

Average Raleigh rent is around $1,550-$1,575/month depending on the source (Zillow, Realtor.com, RentCafe). Vacancy rates improved significantly versus the post-Covid crunch, giving renters some leverage.

What this means is landlords and large apartment operators are more likely to offer concessions such as waiving administrative and/or application fees, giving parking or amenity concessions, etc. This is especially true in Raleigh, North Hills/Midtown, Cary/Morrisville and RTP-area luxury complexes.

With the higher-demand submarkets (Downtown Cary, North Hills, Downtown Durham luxury buildings, Chapel Hill near UNC, and RTP luxury mid-rises) are still very expensive AND competitive.

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

HOME FOR SALE
208 Baggett Ave | Raleigh NC | 27604
Listed by CityGate Real Estate Services
(919) 830-3590

05/05/2026

We are a full service Property Management Company and Real Estate company. Give us a call to help manage your rental properties!

05/04/2026

Are you experiencing EXCESSIVE trash problems at your properties?

05/02/2026

Take a look around your properties and your home! May is National Electrical Safety Month!

04/27/2026

Not that the prices are coming down but...

The U.S. housing market is slowly balancing out, giving buyers more choices than they’ve had in years and in certain states, there has been a significant increase in inventory.

Top 5 states where more homes are landing on the market:
Nevada ➝ Homes for sale are up 52.9% from last year (the biggest jump in the country)
Maryland ➝ +48.2%
North Carolina ➝ +40.7%
California ➝ +36.5%
Arizona ➝ +36.3%

In July 2025, the number of homes for sale nationwide was up 24.8% from last year. This is the 21st month in a row with more homes on the market and the third straight month with over 1 million listings.

04/24/2026

Happy Friday!

04/24/2026

Call us todday!

04/24/2026

Tired of Hidden Fees & Headaches with Your Property Management Company? Looking for a Change?
CityGate Property Management and Real Estate Services is changing the game in Raleigh. No hidden fees, no unexpected charges. Just expert, transparent service that makes owning a rental property effortless.
We specialize in managing single-family and investment properties with a hands-on approach that’s rooted in trust, experience, and local expertise.
Why owners choose us:
✅ No Hassles. No Surprise Fees.
✅ Deep Knowledge of the Raleigh Market
✅ Tailored Support for Every Property Owner
✅ Integrity-Driven, Relationship-Focused Service
Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, we make it easy to protect and grow your real estate portfolio with less stress and more support.
📞 Ready for a better property management experience? Let's talk.
Debra Thomas 910-751-8327