Which homes appreciates more in Charlotte or Raleigh? (Gastonia, Gaston: house, price)

[zenlife7]

It terms of appreciation more in price which of the two cities, of course similar house size, and lot size. Anybody knows the last 3 years rate of increase? If you were moving into NC and could land a job in both cities which would you choose and why. This will really help me and the family out alot. Thanks.

[businessperson]

There's an article in MSN Money, "House Price Appreciation by Metro Area" that lists areas by national ranking according to appreciation rates. Here's what it says about Charlotte: ranks 192 nationally for appreciation; 1st quarter of 2006 appreciation rate 1.13, average for the year 5.68, and 5 yr average 18.81.

For Raleigh: ranks 168 nationally. First quarter of 2006, 2.61. Yearly average for 2006, 6.77, and 5yr average 19.78.

Hope this helps.

[Petrellese6]

do you think the economy there will come to an end..I was looking at a house for $145,000 right, but I cant make the move for one more year, do you think it will be at $145,000 in a year or go up alittle I was looking in Gastonia,CpMOrgan house