North Hills 2022 Year End Review & 2023 Outlook

A Review of 2022 and Outlook for 2023

2022 was a year of progress and a lot of construction. We saw an increased return of activity as offices welcomed more people back to the workplace each month. Additional residences were added, all with the most enviable views from their windows. Events filled with music, wellness, kids, and markets came back in full force. Restaurants and merchants never slowed down despite the new “progress interruptions.”

Some of the notable highlights in 2022:

• Opening of The Eastern, the newest residential tower at North Hills with 36 floors of residences and incredible views of Raleigh.

• Groundbreaking of Tower 5, an 18-story Class A office tower in the center of the North Hills Innovation District (NHID) along the I-440 beltline.

• The Midtown Farmers’ Market celebrated its 15th year anniversary.

• Opening of new merchants, including Woodhouse Day Spa, The BBQ Lab, Jubala Coffee, CowBar Burger, Primohoagies, and Clean Juice.

As we begin 2023, please continue to “pardon our progress.” Yes, there will be lots of construction throughout 2023 but as we enter 2024, we will have new areas to gather, to work, to shop, to play, to dine, and to live. The excitement around the Main District expansion and the expansion of NHID will have an immediate positive impact on the quality of life for everyone who experiences the North Hills community. These improved and expanded districts will provide places for the special outing, the important meeting, as well as the spontaneous visit. The community of North Hills will become even more vibrant, diverse, and deep as the progress continues.

In 2023 we look forward to:

• Channel House’s opening in late Spring. This will be the second residential building in NHID, adding 200 more residences to North Hills.

• The opening of NHID’s Maker’s Alley–a unique collection of micro-retail units designed to accommodate breweries, restaurants and local artisans and makers.

• One North Hills Tower, the 10-story office building fronting I-440 and in the middle of the Main District, will open in early Fall.

• The NHX Creative Office will also open, adding 80,000 square feet of additional office space in the Main District.

• The anticipated opening of Giorgio Bakasias’s newest culinary concepts: Las Ramblas and Giorgio Pizza Bar.

• The opening of new retailers like Rothy’s, Tecovas, and the Wake County ABC Store.

We are grateful for the support and confidence shown by our merchants, restaurateurs, residents, office employers, hotel guests, customers and neighbors – all of whom are what make North Hills such a thriving and notable community.

Mike Smith, President Kane Realty Corporation

Advance Auto Parts Tower

Opened in 2020. The 20-story office tower features 11 floors of office space on top of 8 levels of integrated parking and a ground-level lobby. This project also includes street-level retail as well as amenity spaces on the 10th floor. The building offers a prominent location along Six Forks Road and I-440.

Midtown Plaza

Opened in 2017. A 12-story, 330,000 SF, mixed-use class A office building with approximately 28,000 SF per floor. Building amenities include a cafe located on the first floor, two adjacent parking decks, high visibility from the I-440 Beltline and Six Forks Road, six high speed passenger elevators with direct office access, concierge services, and unrivaled views of Midtown and Downtown Raleigh.

Bank of America Tower

100% LEASED

Captrust Tower

Opened in 2010. Now owned and leased by Highwoods Properties, this 300,000 SF, 17-story office tower includes 9 stories of office space atop structured parking and ground-level retail space.

The Offices at North Hills

Opened in 2004. The Offices at North Hills is comprised of three mixed-use office buildings with ground level retail. Ranging from two to three stories each, these buildings contain a combined 100,000 square feet of office space and are located in the Main District.

HOTELS

AC Hotel Raleigh

A destination for the art lover and sophisticated traveler, AC Hotel has a sleek European-inspired aesthetic and modern design. The hotel has 135 rooms and Level7 which is North Hills’ only rooftop bar.

Hyatt House Raleigh North Hills Hotel

Hyatt House Raleigh North Hills is an extended stay hotel nestled in the heart of vibrant North Hills. Designed around extended stays, their pet-friendly residentially inspired suites include separate living rooms. Whether you are in town for a night or a week, their team provides attentive, thoughtful service and all the comforts of home.

Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel

Discover the power of art and the abundant beauty of the outdoors at the renovated Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel. This unique hotel has been completely transformed, including modernized guest rooms and suites, a total lobby transformation, re-branded restaurant, and renovated events space. Unwind and enjoy a craft cocktail or house-aged whiskey in the lounge or grab a bite at 41Hundred. The Renaissance Ballroom and conference rooms have been completely updated and can accommodate up to 600 people.

RESIDENTIAL

The Eastern

The Eastern rises 36 stories above North Hills, making it the tallest residential building in Raleigh. Since opening in April 2022, nearly 60% of The Eastern’s 376 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans have already been leased, showcasing a significant demand for luxury living at a level previously unmatched in the Raleigh market. High-end interior finishes include gourmet chef’s kitchens with custom islands and quartz countertops, spa-inspired bathrooms featuring backlit mirrors and floating vanities, floor-to-ceiling windows with roller shades, premium wide plank flooring throughout, and much more.

Twenty-one uniquely crafted penthouse units comprise the top th ree residential floors of The Eastern. Each one-, two-, and three-bedroom penthouse floor plan features a premium GE Monogram six-burner gas range with vent hood, sub-zero refrigerator, den, powder room, master bathroom with a drop-in tub and separate shower, walk-in laundry room, a built-in wine refrigerator, and mechanical blinds, among other upgraded finishes.

The Eastern’s signature amenities include a rooftop indoor/outdoor lounge with unparalleled panoramic views of Raleigh, a 7th floor pool deck with private cabanas and grilling area, a 24-hour fitness center featuring curated cardio and CrossFit equipment, a large work-from-home center, and much more. Residents of The Eastern also enjoy 24/7 access to a dedicated concierge team who assist with scheduling pet care, personal training, wellness services, home cleaning and organization, and many other services.

In addition to connecting its residents with North Hills’ myriad of high-end shopping, dining, and entertainment options, The Eastern features Woodhouse Spa on the ground floor. This luxury spa, which opened in November 2022, offers an abundance of facials, therapeutic massages, body treatments, and other services.

Vine North Hills

Vine North Hills represents Phase 1 of the highly anticipated North Hills Innovation District. This mid-rise, 326-unit building has a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, available in two unique design schemes with plank flooring throughout. Additional interior features include stainless steel Energy Star appliances, including side-by-side refrigerators and front-loading washers and dryers; kitchens with premium quartz countertops, full backsplash, and designer lighting and plumbing fixtures; and luxurious baths with frameless glass shower doors and garden tubs.

Residents enjoy access to North Hills’ largest residential courtyard featuring a large central lawn, grilling area, and a saltwater pool. Additional community amenities include a 7th floor sky terrace with views of North Hills, an indoor/outdoor work-from-home space with conference room, a double-volume fitness center, dog spa, and an expansive primary clubroom with hospitality kitchen, multiple TV lounges, and immediate outdoor access.

Lassiter at North Hills

Located in the Lassiter District, Lassiter at North Hills offers studio, one- and twobedroom apartment homes. Residents enjoy amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center with pool views and a cold towel and water station, saltwater pool with multi-level sun deck, and secluded courtyard garden with grilling station. Luxury apartment homes include plank floors, granite countertops, pendant lighting, and large walk-in closets.

Park & Market Midtown Green

The studio, loft, one-, and two-bedroom apartments at Park & Market are located in the Park District, directly above a variety of retail and dining options, including a Harris Teeter grocery store. Newly renovated apartment upgrades include granite and quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, plank wood-style flooring, upgraded LED lighting, and island kitchens. Hospitality-inspired amenities include a saltwater pool with contemporary outdoor fire pit, fitness studio with cardio and weight machines, community bike share program, and a stylish clubhouse featuring televisions, comfortable seating, a game room, and computer workstations.

Midtown Green offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes with views of beautiful Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park and surrounding neighborhoods. Luxury finishes include high ceilings (14’+ in penthouse residences), granite countertops, two-inch blinds, and vinyl plank flooring throughout. Residents of Midtown Green also enjoy a variety of community amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, yoga studio, and fitness on demand digital classes; resort-inspired saltwater pool featuring gas grilling station, outdoor shower, festival lighting, and cabanas; and resident lounge with coffee bar, smart TVs, and iMac computers.

In 2022, Midtown Green updated the fitness center with new state-of-the-art equipment, and enhanced the courtyard with the addition of a fire pit.

Allister North Hills Apartments

Allister North Hills offers studio, one-, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes. The apartments are well appointed with two distinct interior finish options, granite countertops throughout, generous closet space, and balconies or extended sun rooms in every floor plan style. Amenities include two saltwater pools, an upgraded fitness center with row room, fire pits, a life-size chess set, and much more.

Allister completed several fitness center enhancements in 2022, replacing three elliptical machines and adding new equipment including four Peloton bikes, a Reflect smart mirror, and a TRX training area. The on-site pet park was expanded to create distinct spaces for large and small dogs to play. In 2023, the property plans to extend the pool deck of the main pool, adding an outdoor kitchen area and updated pavilion. An extensive clubhouse renovation is also planned to take place in 2023, with a focus on offering more work-from-home arrangements and more options for entertaining in the clubhouse kitchen.

The Dartmouth

The Dartmouth North Hills Apartments, located in the Park District, offers studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments complete with elevated interior design with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and smart features. Luxe resident amenities include a stylish, 24-hour resident lounge with a state-of-the-art fitness center, media room, entertaining kitchen, workspaces, private parking, and a refreshing, saltwater pool with an expansive sundeck and pavilion.

Park Central

Park Central, Midtown’s first high-rise apartment building, is located in the Park District adjacent to Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park. This 286 apartment home community features over 36,000 SF of ground-floor retail space, including Jubala Coffee, Vita Vite, Kilwins Ice Cream, Orangetheory, CycleBar, Midtown Yoga, Arrow Haircuts, Happy + Hale, iCRYO, and Alara & Zane.

High-end apartment features at Park Central include keyless entry, Nest thermostats, plank flooring, quartz countertops, glass backsplash, and stainless steel Energy Star appliances. Unique features of the skyline apartments include undercounter wine coolers, floor-to-ceiling windows with sunshade blinds, and glass-rail balconies with views of Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park and Downtown Raleigh.

Park Central’s incomparable community amenities include a Sky Deck with saltwater pool overlooking Downtown Raleigh; three courtyards with grills, fire pits, and dining areas; two clubrooms featuring billiards, smart TVs, poker and pool tables; and fitness center featuring cardio, Peloton bikes, CrossFit, strength equipment, and a rowing room.

The Cardinal

Life at The Cardinal at North Hills takes luxury to a new level and delights the senses with five-star everything. The East Tower at The Cardinal brings a new dimension to luxury senior living in Raleigh, welcoming residents in Spring 2023. This addition to the existing life plan community in the heart of North Hills is an 18-story expansion of architectural excellence. There’s never been a better time to make your move and upgrade your plans for retirement living in a worry-free surrounding.

The expansion is a distinctive enhancement to The Cardinal community, complete with its own unique amenities that complement those on the existing campus, including a beautiful dining room, bar and lounge area along with casual outdoor seating in the courtyard and green space for alfresco dining. With the inclusion of 151 independent living and 40 assisted living apartments, residents will have the ability to choose between several one, two and three bedroom floor plans, including club level and penthouse options.

DEVELOPMENT

Main District Project

The mixed-use project includes:

• A 12-story, 287 unit residential building

• A 10-story, 266,000 SF office tower

• A 5-story, 80,800 SF creative office building

• 100,000 square feet of ground floor retail

• Outdoor gathering spaces across the new development, including an active public plaza

Construction started in 2021. First deliveries are scheduled for mid-2023, with openings beginning late 2023 and continuing into 2024.

Highland North Hills Apartments

Highland North Hills, the first residential building in the North Hills Main District Expansion, is a 12-story high rise featuring a collection of 287 studios and 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments. In addition to ground-floor retail, residents will enjoy world-class amenities including an 8th floor amenity deck with fire pits and sunset views, a second-floor pool deck overlooking an active public plaza, an indoor/outdoor fitness center, a coworking lounge, and much more. Highland North Hills plans to welcome its first residents in early 2024.

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With the mission of bringing together private innovation in technology, life sciences and entrepreneurship with meaningfully scaled Public open space, NHID is the latest District of North Hills to be unveiled. The 33acre district will offer an unprecedented amount of open natural area, and bustling, walkable ground level with experiential retail and maker’s spaces. NHID will facilitate interaction and collaboration with a wide range of office users, entrepreneurs, retail tenants, creatives and makers through the urbanization of the traditional Innovation District.

Channel House North Hills Apartments

Set to open in May 2023, Channel House will usher in the second phase of NHID. A true celebration of the creative, the design of Channel House features a mix of live metals, natural wood, handforged iron, and exposed aggregate, which blend seamlessly with large-scale murals by local artists as well as the natural topography of Big Branch Creek. The mid-rise building sits atop nearly 14,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, including “Maker’s Alley” - a unique mix of micro-retail units designed to accommodate breweries, restaurants, and local artisans + makers.

Channel House features a collection of 200 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes with distinctive touches such as designer kitchens with quartz countertops, oversized windows, and smart-home technology. Residents of Channel House will enjoy a unique mix of community amenities, including a private podcast recording studio, an indoor/outdoor resident clubroom with kitchen and gaming area, saltwater pool with grilling area, and much more.

Tower 5

Centrally located and strategically positioned, Tower 5 is the most unique and experiential North Hills office project to date. Its bold design philosophy transcends the notion of an “office” and embraces lifestyle values like community, convenience, individuality and the freedom to work how you want to work and where you want to work.

Built to meet the needs of forward-thinking workers, Tower 5 includes 322,000 SF of rentable office space, thoughtfully amenitized common areas, integrated parking and 60,000 SF of ground level experiences. Connection points to the outdoors abound at Tower 5, creating completely new workplace experiences that provide opportunities for social interactions, professional collaboration or just moments to recharge in the fresh air.

Maker’s Alley

Bustling, walkable and highly experiential, Maker’s Alley at NHID is a home for hyperlocal purveyors, makers and artisans. Featuring microretail spaces ranging from 350 to 900 square feet, Maker’s Alley will provide a memorable shopping, dining and quintessentially “Raleigh” experience.

The Pumphouse

The Pumphouse is an inviting 1,500 SF single tenant food and beverage space adjacent to Tower 5 and next to the Hardimont Drive bridge. It will feature a large outdoor biergarten with views overlooking Big Branch Creek. With potential for rooftop activation, The Pumphouse will be a hub for meeting, celebrating and exchanging ideas.

The St. Albans F+B Building

The freestanding retail space will feature an interior of 6,000 SF and more than 15,000 SF of outdoor gathering space – the most of any other North Hills space to date. An ideal home to one hyperlocal purveyor, guests of the St. Albans F+B Building will experience Raleigh’s most distinctive indoor/ outdoor experience in the heart of NHID.

St. Albans Residential

St. Albans Residential, located at the corner of St. Albans Drive and the future Hardimont Drive extension, will be NHID’s third residential community. Construction will begin in Summer 2023, with first apartments available for move-in beginning Summer 2025.

The two six-story mid-rise buildings of St. Albans Residential will offer a total of approximately 380 apartments atop 5,500 SF of ground-floor retail space. A mix of studios and 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes will feature high-end interior finishes, with oversized windows overlooking Big Branch Creek and the pedestrian bridges and walkways throughout NHID. Planned community amenities include multiple indoor/ outdoor entertaining areas, furthering NHID’s overall vision of unifying urban and natural settings and providing spaces for meaningful connection and collaboration.

North Hills Tower

North Hills Tower is a two tower mixed-use development with roughly 600 residential units, ground level retail and structured parking. The development project will be constructed in two separate phases with phase one breaking ground Summer 2023. The project will be located between Advance Auto Parts Tower, Midtown Plaza and Park Central Apartments.

Phase I Details:

• 22 stories

• 350 studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with top level penthouse units

• 5,000 SF of ground level retail

• 7th level amenity area including pool, grilling area, activity lawn, fitness center and club room with sweeping views of Downtown Raleigh

• Separate rooftop reserve club amenity including bar and dining area as well as outdoor seating with views of the North Hills and Raleigh skylines

EVENTS & MARKETING

Build Community • Create Memorable Experiences

North Hills Commons

Back for its 15th season, the Midtown Farmers’ Market continues to be a community favorite. A producers only Market that provides a weekly shopping experience in the fresh air for a full 30 week season with live acoustics, activities, and cooking demos.

Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park

Back for its 14th season, our Midtown Beach Music Series continues to be a regional and local favorite. This series is a communitybuilding event where guests can enjoy live outdoor music with their friends, neighbors, and co-workers. This concert series is held in the sweet spot of the warm weather season, mid-April through June, for a 10-week season.

Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park

Wellness Wednesdays Series consists of 24 weeks of fun fitness opportunities. This event series encourages participants to “Get Your Fit On” and promotes whole-body wellness through offering a wide variety of fitness concepts and healthy food or drink options. This event takes place in evenings on the grass lawn in Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park.

Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park

A 5 week Fall music series featuring party bands and tributes – all of the music you know and love!

Propertywide

Shop the hottest sales of the season as our shops clear out all their Spring and Summer merchandise to make way for new arrivals! The Summer Sidewalk Sale is hosted annually in July and is every shopper’s dream.

Propertywide

The North Hills Wine Walk gives the Raleigh community a chance to come together two afternoons a year in an event that unites retailers, shoppers, and a great cause!

North Hills Commons

We kick off the holiday season at North Hills with our Holiday Shop & Stroll followed by our Tree Lighting Celebration. A visit from Santa himself, a full vendor village with local artisans, food trucks and kid’s Christmas activities are enjoyed by all!

Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park

Back by popular demand! In Summer 2023, we are excited to bring back our North Hills Kids program to Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park.

Propertywide

Sponsors & Partners

We are grateful for the sponsors and partners that helped make our events and programs possible. For branding and advertising information, please contact info@visitnorthhills.com .

ATTRACTIONS & INITIATIVES

Triple Delight

by Gabriel Eng-Goetz

The current installation at Bank of America Tower’s Artbox is titled Triple Delight by Gabriel Eng-Goetz. Gabe is a visual artist based in Durham, North Carolina. His work explores the cultural history of identity, including his own as a Chinese American born and raised in the South, and our human connection to the natural world. This piece illuminates the unique and complex journey Asian Americans experience navigating life in the Southern United States – an experience that can often be described as ‘alien’ or ‘out of sight’. The vibrant colors, shapes and imagery celebrate the rapidly growing Asian community here in the Triangle as both worlds collide as one to create something uniquely beautiful.

Love Squared by Gina Franco

Gina Franco is a North Carolina based mural artist. Her work has been featured in many spots, including Crafted GSO, Burgerim, Pig Pounder Brewery, Greensboro, Durham and on the Beltline in Atlanta. She installed her first ever public mosaic in North Hills in 2022 accompanied by three street murals.

Celebration

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Cerebral Serenade Art

(Marina Nicole)

Originally a classical pianist, born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Marina learned discipline and structure from a young age. To break from a regimented and strict practice schedule, she did art. In the beginning, Marina’s art was solely abstract, pen & ink. She enjoyed the precision and detailed designs. While she considers her niche to be pen & ink work and iconography, she has found that she also loves painting with bold and vibrant colors. She has delved into the mural realm and continues to paint on larger scales.

What Lifts You

by Kelsey Montague

Kelsey Montague returned to North Hills in 2022 to update our What Lifts You Mural at Overlook Park. Kelsey Montague is an American illustrator, interactive street artist, and founder of the #WhatLiftsYou global campaign. She is best known for her large-scale, interactive street murals around the world, which provide opportunities for people to step into the work and become a living work of art.

Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park

In May 2018, Kane Realty Corporation and Coastal Credit Union announced an exclusive multi-year strategic marketing partnership for the naming rights to Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park, formerly called Midtown Park, located in the heart of North Hills.

Bookended by Tex-Mex restaurant, Chuy’s, and The Cardinal, and flanked by Midtown Green Apartments and Park Central, the area’s first high-rise luxury apartments, the 1.25-acre Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park is the backdrop for many events, both large and small. Designed by Thomas Sayre and Fred Belledin of the firm Clearscapes to be a distinctive piece of architecture in its own right, the space is versatile and inviting for guests of all ages. Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park continues to play host to signature events such as Beach Music, Wellness Wednesday Fitness Series, North Hills Kids Events, and the North Hills Nights Music Series, as well as pop up markets and community events.

Naming Rights available Fall 2023. Contact info@visitnorthhills.com for more details.

North Hills Dog Park

The fenced-in dog park is 9,500 square feet and located on St Albans Drive across from The Dartmouth and Park & Market North Hills Apartments. Complete with waste stations and water bowls, the dog park is open for public use.

Pop Up Park

The Outlook

Located between CAPTRUST and Bank of America Towers, The Overlook opened in March 2016. Designed by renowned artist Thomas Sayre, The Overlook is a sculptural gateway that connects North Hills’ Main and Park Districts with a grand stair, meticulous landscaping, and multiple levels for gathering.

In 2023, we added a new pop up park and dog park to the Park District of North Hills. Located by Advance Auto Parts Tower and The Eastern, these new parks will serve as a great amenity for employees and residents alike.

Sustainability

Tesla Superchargers

There are twenty-four Tesla Superchargers up to 250kW in the Main District near Target. The new Superchargers provide fast, reliable electric charging for Tesla vehicle owners. The Supercharging site will help grow the electric vehicle-charging network for customers, which can increase sustainable transport and provide a convenient destination for drivers to shop.

Walkability

Walkability is emphasized with the WALK [Midtown] program, which aims to improve pedestrian mobility, safety, and health. The proximity to the Raleigh Greenway, also helps reduce the carbon footprint of the community.

Recycling

Co-mingled recycling centers are available onsite. Restaurants participate in grease collections, which can then be recycled into biodiesel fuel, as well as food waste diversion and compost programs.

EV Chargers

Thirty-six charging stations are available in North Hills: (32) level-2 charging stations in the Park District’s Midtown Green Apartments, Park & Market Apartments, Bank of America Tower, Captrust Tower, Midtown Plaza, and Advance Auto Parts Tower; and (4) level-2 charging stations in the Main District.

Energy Usage

Energy consumption is decreased with LED lighting and by creating smart and efficient practices across the property with new technologies, such as automation and energy management systems. Use of Utility management software to track energy and water usage and monitor variances.

Beehive Initiative

North Hills has partnered with Bee Downtown to host Honeybee hives at Bank Of America Tower. Bee Downtown installs and maintains beehives on corporate campuses, rebuilding healthy honeybee populations while simultaneously powering Employee Engagement Programming and Leadership Development.

Composting at North Hills

North Hills and our retailers have been partnering with Compost Now since 2017. For 2022, Compost Now members diverted 255,057 pounds of compostable waste from the landfill. By diverting food waste from the landfill, we are reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Their aim is to continue lowering the barriers associated with composting, find and implement effective ways to reinforce the environmental, social and economic benefits of composting, and build a lasting, profitable organization that empowers its employees and customers.

RALEIGH

Midtown Raleigh

Since its redevelopment in 2004, North Hills has been the heartbeat of Midtown Raleigh.

Midtown Raleigh Alliance

As a community-based nonprofit, the Midtown Raleigh Alliance (MRA) continued its mission to serve, promote and advocate for our local community and business district. The MRA prioritized curating and sharing information critical to businesses as they navigate the recovery process amid the challenges of labor shortages, inflation and supply chain woes. Additionally, we strengthened our partnership with the city of Raleigh to explore additional funding for new transportation and greenway connections.

Excitedly, we returned to in-person corporate events and community social gatherings. Two large forums were held the first half of the year providing timely expertise to members, guests and business leaders. ‘Midtown: Down to Business’ provided expert analysis and projections for the existing and pending post-pandemic business landscape. The ‘UN-Real Estate Forum’ provided market analysis on residential, commercial, and retail trends as well as several presentations on large scale Midtown development projects. The MRA partnered with the North Raleigh Chamber of Commerce and community members at our summer networking social and co-hosted a local Candidate Meet & Greet with Raleigh Magazine. The Midtown streetscape got a new burst of color as the MRA continued its Midtown Banner Art tradition, featuring two designs from one of the organization’s founding members and local artist, Chris Young.

Fulfilling a call to identify and support future leaders, MRA w as excited to again provide two college scholarships in the Spring of 2022. Sanderson High School seniors Aubrey Loftis and Nayla Seda were awarded the Midtown Community Hero Scholarship for their impressive academic and community service efforts while attending Sanderson.

At the 2022 ‘State of Midtown’ event, guests experienced exclusive luxury atop of The Eastern Residences in North Hills as they joined to celebrate the success of Midtown. This extraordinary event showcased the best views of Raleigh, including aerials of current prominent projects. The State of Midtown provided an experience that will long be remembered and furthered the strength of the Midtown brand. We are grateful to all sponsors who were paramount in making this event such a grand success!

We are grateful for the successes of 2022, our strong and committed volunteer leaders, and we look forward to an even brighter 2023!

North Hills Gives Back

North Hills is proud to support and assist in creating awareness for many Triangle nonprofits.

FOUNDATION

Other Projects

Smoky Hollow

Smoky Hollow is a mixed-use, distinctive urban district revitalizing the northern gateway to downtown Raleigh. At Smoky Hollow you will find Class A office space, urban apartments, Publix grocery store and an energetic pedestrian promenade activated with events and outdoor gathering areas encompassed by engaging restaurants and retail.

This past year

several retailers opened their doors including Dose Yoga + Smoothie Bar, J.Lights Cafe and Milklab. In 2023, we are excited to welcome The Crunkleton, Heat Studios, Hush Raleigh, Madre, Midwood Smokehouse and New Anthem Brewery to the district.

Platform

Platform is a 442-unit apartment community located on W. Cabarrus St., adjacent to Raleigh Union Station in Raleigh’s West End. The 7-story building will feature an active ground level with commercial and retail spaces and six levels of apartments above, all surrounding an integrated parking deck. In addition to the large central courtyard, community amenities at Platform will include an expansive pool deck with grilling stations and fire pits, wellness center with group fitness area, robust indoor/outdoor coworking spaces and resident clubroom with TV lounge and café barstyle dining area.

The first phase of apartments and the amenity spaces are scheduled to open in September 2023, and construction is anticipated to fully complete in February 2024.

West End II

Occupying just over two acres at the corner of S. West Street and W. Cabarrus Street, West End II will feature five floors of apartments atop two stories of parking and an active ground level with 4,000 SF of retail space. In addition to its collection of 240 studio and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments, the new development will feature an array of top-tier community amenities. Residents will enjoy indoor/outdoor social and co-working spaces, a robust fitness center, a large central pool with sundeck, and a top-floor sky lounge with views of the West End, the Warehouse District, and Downtown Raleigh.

Groundbreaking is slated for Summer 2023, with construction anticipated to be complete in Spring 2025.

Venable

Venable, which opened in July 2022, is an urban collection of studios, one- and two-bedroom apartment residences in Downtown Durham The unbeatable location gives residents walkable convenience and easy access to just about everything – exciting nightlife, a thriving cultural scene, award-winning breweries, and exceptional retail.