About Cary's Glenkirk

Glenkirk is newer community of homes in Cary, NC. Glenkirk is situated between Maynard Road and NW Cary Parkway north of their intersections with High House Road. Entrances to the neighborhood are from both Cary Parkway and Maynard Road. Also, Glenkirk can be accessed from High House Road, through Highland Oaks and Weatherstone communities, allowing easy entrance and egress.

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The North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh, home of NC State University, is a 20 minute drive. The commute to the Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same. Drive-time traffic may lengthen commutes.

The neighborhood was developed by John Weiland Homes. Glenkirk home sizes range from 3200 to 6500 square feet.

Amenities include all the amenities one would expect in fine homes. Granite, tile, 9' and 10' ceilings, fine interior and exterior architectural detailing, brick exteriors, 4 to 6 bedrooms, 3.5 to 7 baths, bonus rooms, open and traditional floor plans, many windows to bring dramatic light into the home, .23 to .4+ acre lots, 3+ car garages, and natural gas heat. The neighborhood is laid out as a surburban cul-de-sac street development.

School assignments are among the region's top schools, and are subject to change by Wake County Public Schools. The subdivision base schools include Weatherstone Elementary, West Cary Middle School and Green Hope High School. More information on Wake County Public Schools.

Glenkirk has a Homeowners Association to maintain common areas, and community pool and clubhouse. Current HOA dues are approximately $850.00 annually.

Home sales have been in the $575,000-$1,200,000 range. Property taxes are approximately 0.86% of the property's assessed Tax Value. More information on Wake County Property Taxes.

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Gracious, sophisticated living? Great access to thoroughfares, with shopping centers within walking distance make Glenkirk a superb neighborhood location in Cary, NC.

City: Cary

Location: Off of Cary Parkway & Old Weatherstone

I know this neighborhood all to well. I mentioned earlier this year that I moved to this beautiful neighborhood in my post Tracy Santrock's Moved On & Checking In w/Activerain. My family has loved every minute of our transition to the new neighborhood (ok, except unpacking the boxes).

I was a little concerned about being one of the last families to move to the neighborhood. To the contrary I've met so many of the neighbors and their children and everyone has been just spectacular. It's so nice to be a part of a community that has that warm, inviting appeal where everyone knows everyone's name. Since I've finally finished unpacking all of the boxes I thought it is time for me to write about the neighborhood.

Neighborhood Facts:

• Price range is from the low $600s to over $1 Million
• Fantastic location in the heart of Cary just 1 mile from Prestonwood Country Club
• Master Planned Community
• Two sections: Newest homes are in the back section; Other homes built in 2006
• Approximately 100+ Executive Homes
• Several basement homesites
• Jogging trail, sidewalks, and bike trail
• One mile from Bond Park and the Cary Community Center
• Traditional Schools
• Minutes from the grocery stores, Preston Walk, Inside Out Sports, restaurants, and convenience stores

Builder

John Wieland Homes is an established and renowned builder in the Southeast that has received several awards including:

• National Builder of the Year by Professional Builder Magazine

• National Housing Quality Award presented by the National Association of Home Builders Research Center

Key Neighborhood Highlights:

Glenkirk Club House & Swimming Pool

I'm lucky to live across from the Glenkirk Club House where there is plenty to do. We have a group of girls that gets together for Pokino. Other amenities include a pool with a childrens' play area, children's playground, picnic area, and a Basketball court too!

Preston Walk Shopping Center

Just around the corner from the neighborhood and a 10 minute walk is Preston Walk Shopping Center - Some of my favorite restaurants in town including Panera Bread, Stonewood, Biaggis, and Henrys Gelato. La Therapie Day Spa and Inside Out Sports and more....

Preston Corners Shopping Center

Just about all of the banks have a branch at Preston Corners. Other notable highlights include Fedora, Suncom, Preston Flowers, Lowes Grocery, a Mexican restaurant, coffee shop, and others. Across the street is La Farm Bakery, one of my personal favorites.

For more information go to the Glenkirk website or contact me directly for this neighborhood.

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Directions: Located just off of Cary Parkway North of Cary Parkway and High House Rd. Turn Right on Olde Weatherstone Way. Click on the map below for additional details and a link to Google Maps.

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Hello Activerainers & Friends,

It's been a while since I've been actively commenting and posting on everyone's blogs. I'd say I've been absent for about 6 weeks. That's a long time for me. Don't get me wrong - I've been thinking about each and everyone of you here on this network that have given me hope and inspiration - I can't think of one person on this network that hasn't. That said, my life has been pretty hectic and, to my surprise, my business flourishing.

First of all, Mauro and I (my Aussie husband and I) decided to take the plunge and buy in a Buyer's Market. Imagine That - A Realtor buying in a Buyers Market. Oh, what fun we had. We bought the model home in Glenkirk in Cary. I think everyone in Cary, or at least everyone I know, has been through my new home. That said, when I say the location can't be beat - I really mean that. I'm close to Prestonwood Country Club, the YMCA, the Fresh Market, Trader Joes, great restaurants, my dentist, and even my office. Jordan, my daughter, is even closer to Cary Academy. She's really excited about that because she can sleep in and have a prom party for her friends this Spring.

As all couples do when they buy a home Mauro and I also compromised. I originally wanted to buy a home in Preston. Since we are members of Prestonwood Country Club and have been for some years - why not? I didn't mind renovating an older house so we could walk to the Tennis Courts or Gym or even be on the golf course. However, my husband has certain criteria that he has always wanted in a home - All brick, low maintenance,new, and no yard. I think we found the best of both worlds here at Glenkirk - Everything my husband wanted plus the location & home I desired too.

I've been in the business for years but I learned quite a bit about moving again after living in the same home for over eight years. Time flies fast I must admit. I've also learned that it is incredibly easy to accumulate a lot of things over an eight year period. I grew up in a real estate family and I've been especially careful of getting rid of the clutter on a daily and monthly basis. However, getting ready for the move and sale of my home was much more difficult than I expected. I council my clients on a regular basis and I must admit I didn't realize how stressful it can be trying to hold down a full time job plus spend the after hours making repairs, fixing things up, boxing things up, repainting, staging, etc.

I certainly hope my new found empathy for my clients will help me be a better agent for my clients. I truly love my job. I have an opportunity to change peoples lives on a daily basis. What a wonderful way to spend my days. Yes, I may be a stickler with my clients about things they need to do to sell, but in the long run they will score the ultimate home of their dreams.

Yours Truly,

Tracy