Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods
Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods is a list that I've been dedicated to compiling on my blog. I've lived in Cary NC since 1995. We were relocated here as part of a massive 700 family IBM relocation. I have lived most folks experience and that is why I became a Relocation Specialist. Think about it, in 1995 the Internet was not being widely used and our process was much different that it is today. My goal is to make your experience easy. The following neighborhoods are some of the Cary NC top Cary neighborhoods that is why they were chosen for my blog. More to come....
Cary NC Cary Park Homes for Sale
Cary NC Cary Park NC Homes for Sale should be a billboard. Let me tell you about Cary Park NC. It was built, beginning in 2000, on 306 acres in south-western Cary NCat the corner of Cary Glenn Drive and Carpenter Firestation Road. Carpenter Firestation Road is off NC 55 near the new I-540 interchange. This convenience allows Cary Park residence the ability to get to the airport and North Raleigh in just minutes. While moving to Cary NC is a big decision this neighborhood makes it easy. Cary Park Cary NC is a unique
community and is one of Cary NC Top Neighborhoods because of its many types of housing and numerous price points. Residents have are able to choose from apartments, condominiums, town homes (one, two, and three-story), patio homes, single family homes in price ranges right up the million dollar executive homes on the 13 acre pond.
Cary NC Highcroft Homes for Sale
Cary NC Highcroft Homes for Sale can be found in this fabulous neighborhood that is located in west Cary just of NC 55 and Green Hope School Road. It was established in 2003 and completed in 2007. The neighborhood consists of 287 homes, average lot size .34, average home value $513,000. Both the lot size and home value averages need a bit of "spainin", as we say down south. It's this selection that makes it a Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods.
I enjoy telling my story of Highcroft.I had client, a family from NY, were intrigued by the idea of the community school inside the neighborhood so we planned a day to view Highcroft homes for sale. It was a beautiful day, so we decided to park the car and walked from listing to listing. While on our walk, with the four kids, we encountered several neighbors, talked, waved, and hours flew by.We spent 6 hours looking at only a handful of homes. One thing we did do was experience Highcroft. They moved in about a two months later.
Cary NC Carolina Preserve Homes for Sale
Cary NC Carolina Preserve Del Webb homes for sale is one of the reasons Carolina Preserve remains one of Cary NC most active communities. New home sales are brisk with numerous incentive being offered. That is why it gets a vote as one of Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods. Recently, they changed their pricing structure by scaling
down their models and lowering base prices to make the homes more affordable in this current economy. What's Cary NC Carolina Preserve Del Webb homes for sale all about? It's an active 55+ adult community in south-western Cary. Their literature boasts that it's like" being on vacation everyday".
Cary NC Park Village Homes for Sale
Cary NC Park Village homes for sale began between 1993- 1999, consisting of 606 homes, average lot size 0.22 acres. Park Village was designed with the first-time home buyer, young couple, and young families in mind. Back in 1993 it was a perfect fit for families moving to Cary NC. The homes average between $160,000 for the one car garage homes and up to $320,000 for the larger homes that offer two car garages.
Let's talk Cary NC Park Village homes for sale, Park Village ranks #4 in Average Appreciation (according to the TARR Report) for Cary Subdivisions with 4.68% for the past 13 months, 41 homes sold, average price $ 225,366 average years of ownership 7 years. That make is one of Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods.
Cary NC Highland Oaks Homes for Sale
Cary NC Highland Oaks homes for sale, location is their middle name! When it was announced that a neighborhood of executive high-end homes was going to be build off High House Road between Cary Parkway and Maynard Road most real estate agents were ecstatic. What an awesome location! Brilliant, a neighborhood built right in the heart of Cary between two main thoroughfares.
Cary NC Wellsley Homes for Sale
Numerous social activities have made Cary NC Wellsley homes for sale an attractive place to reside.
Winter Holiday "Night of Lights", features holidays signing, trolley rides, and cookie exchange. 4th of July Family Pool party has everyone in stitches with the dad's watermelon swim, and belly flop contest. Halloween Constume Parades, Easter Egg Hunts, 5th & 8th grade graduation parties are just a few more neighborhood activities. Residents can keep up with everything on the Wellsley websiteand weekly email alerts. If you're looking for an active, social, family-oriented neighborhood Wellsley is for you because it is one of Cary NC top Cary neighborhoods.
Cary NC Amberly Homes for Sale
Cary NC Amberly homes for sale is on my tour of Cary today. I start out down NC 55 and take a right on McKrimmon Pkwy just before the new I-540 interchange and keep driving until the intersection of McKrimmon and Green Level to Durham Rd (yes, that is the real name of the street!)
I'm greeted by the beautifully landscaped "Amberly" entrance sign. Amberly is the larger community comprised of multiple smaller neighborhoods. While moving to Cary NC is a big decision Amberly offers many options. Choice and convenience are just the beginning, wait until you see the amenities center.
Cary NC Top Cary Neighborhoods was first published on Discover Cary-A Blog by Linda Lohman
Additional information about Cary and these Cary NC Top Cary Neigborhoods can be found in Cary NC Homes for Sale
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Closing Costs-What They Are & How Much You Should Expect to Pay
(These closing costs are for Cary NC real estate.)
Closing costs are the number one question that arises during my buyer's consultation. What are closing costs and how much should I expect to pay? The folllowing should do a fairly good job answering those questions. Remembering that the numbers that are given are approximate and are subject to change.
Loan Origination Fee - 1% of the loan
This fee is charged for originating the loan. It is expressed as a point or percentage of the loan.
Discount Points - Each point = 1% of the loan
A one-time charge used to adjust the price on the loan to prevailing market conditions.
Appraisal Fee - $325-425
A fee for a written statement of property value made by an approved appraiser.
Interim Interest - $20-75
Interest collect on the loan from the date of closing through the last day of the month (except when the closing takes place on the 1st day of the month)
Mortgage Insurance - Premiums vary based on coverage requirements
Generally required on mortgage with less than a 20% down payment. Mortgage insurance protects the lender from loss due to payment default.
Homeowner's Insurance - First year's premium is paid at closing
Lenders require a homeowner's insurance policy covering at least the amount of the mortgage. If the property is in a flood zone, flood insurance in mandatory.
Escrow Deposits - 2 months hazard insurance, taxes based on due date
Funds held in an account by the lender to assure future payment for such recurring items as real estate taxes, hazard insurance and mortgage insurance.
Attorney Fee - $450-500
the attorney is responsible for the title search, obtainin title insurance, handling and computing the closing statement, and recording the deed.
Title Insurance - $2 per $1000 of coverage
Protects against loss due to problems of defects in the title to a specifically described parcel of real property, which cannot be found or aren't found on public record. Title insurance will reveal any outstanding liens against the property and identify the legal owner of the property. A one-time fee payable at closing.
Recording Fees - Average $80
Fees paid at the courthouse for recording the deed, deed of trust, and any other recording documents.
Survey - $250-350
The measurement of the boundaries of a parcel of land, including the exact location of the house, easements, buffers, encroachments, and setback lines within the boundaries of the property.
Committment Fee - $350-595
Paid to the lender/investor at closing to cover the cost of underwriting the loan and issuing loan commitment.
Tax Service Fee - $70
One time fee paid to a company tha ensures the payment of real estate taxes from the lender's escrow account.
Terminte Inspection - $75-125
A report from a NC licensed pest control operator identifying any wood-destroying insects and sny resulting damage.
Home Inspection - $350-550
Performed by a licensed home inspector to determine the structural soundness and condition of the home
Closing Costs-What They Are & How Much You Should Expect to Pay and more information about the home buying process can be found on Cary NC-Homes for Sale.
Cary NC Top 30 Appreciation Subdivisions
Cary NC Top 30 Appreciation Subdivision is a list many homeowners wait for every year, the who's who of neighborhoods. Which neighborhoods are appreciating the most is a great way of knowing where your neighborhood stands amongst the many. Moving to Cary NC can be a big decision. I often tell my clients this because it is so true, it was when my family was transferred here in 1995. We had so many questions. One question that comes up with many folks from other parts of the country when visiting is, "Which neighborhoods experience the highest re-sale appreciation rates?" Below is that answer. Although appreciation rate isn't the only deciding factor it is one of many. Other factors to consider when buyin a home are: location, schools, amenities, updates in the home, condition of the home, and the way the home makes you feel.
TOUR OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS I'VE BLOGGED ABOUT TO GET A FEEL FOR HOMES FOR SALE IN CARY, NC.
See for yourself which ones are on the lsit of Cary NC Top 30 Appreciation Subdivisions, OK, I'll star them.
The tour consist of pictures, brief description of the neighborhood, current school assignment, and a map.
Feel free to send me question about any of the neighborhoods listed below or others you have encountered during your visit to Cary NC.
Top 30 Appreciation Subdivisions Report
(Copied with permission of the Tarr Report)
The subdivisions presented below are the top 30 within the geographic area stated in terms of percent per year appreciation. This list is developed by taking the subdivisions with the most qualifying resale's. The subdivision name is followed by the average percent per year gain from prior purchase price, the average years of ownership, the number of qualifying sales in our database during the past 13 months and the average sales price of those sales.
| Average Appreciation | ||||
| CARY/APEX/MORRISVILLE | ||||
| PUD/SUBDIVISION | Avg Years | Avg PPY | # of sales | Avg Price |
| NORTHWOODS | 10 | 5.8% | 10 | $222,850 |
| TAYLORS POND | 5 | 5.33% | 12 | $110,792 |
| GREENBRIER-APEX | 6 | 5% | 13 | $220,923 |
| PARK VILLAGE | 7 | 4.68% | 41 | $225,366 |
| WALDEN CREEK | 7 | 4.52% | 27 | $270,778 |
| WEST PARK | 9 | 4.4% | 15 | $326,867 |
| CARRIAGE DOWNS | 4 | 4.3% | 10 | $189,350 |
| WELLSLEY | 8 | 4.24% | 21 | $388,167 |
| CAMERON PARK-APEX | 6 | 4.2% | 15 | $311,767 |
| UPCHURCH FARMS | 3 | 4.18% | 11 | $263,318 |
| BROOKSTONE-CARY | 6 | 4.16% | 19 | $320,132 |
| THE COVES | 4 | 4.1% | 10 | $130,700 |
| BEECHTREE | 9 | 4% | 11 | $160,318 |
| HOLLANDS CROSSING | 7 | 3.95% | 21 | $211,643 |
| SCOTTISH HILLS | 6 | 3.93% | 15 | $206,233 |
| OXXFORD HUNT | 8 | 3.92% | 39 | $233,205 |
| PERRY FARMS | 5 | 3.9% | 10 | $176,450 |
| KILDAIRE FARMS | 8 | 3.81% | 81 | $177,932 |
| CHESAPEAKE | 5 | 3.79% | 19 | $104,763 |
| HOMESTEAD PARK | 6 | 3.76% | 17 | $161,059 |
| DUTCHESS VILLAGE | 4 | 3.75% | 12 | $191,750 |
| DOGWOOD RIDGE | 7 | 3.65% | 23 | $257,957 |
| DEVEREAUX | 8 | 3.64% | 14 | $296,464 |
| WELLINGTON | 5 | 3.61% | 18 | $163,611 |
| CARPENTER PARK | 5 | 3.57% | 23 | $168,304 |
| PEARSON FARMS | 9 | 3.5% | 12 | $262,792 |
| SHEPHERDS VINEYARD | 10 | 3.43% | 14 | $242,214 |
| PRESTON | 6 | 3.31% | 51 | $391,775 |
| HADDON HALL | 6 | 3.15% | 27 | $274,389 |
| CHARLESTON VILLAGE | 4 | 3.15% | 13 | $274,192 |
| Area Averages | 6 | 4.02% | 624 |
$231,202 |
Get more in-debth details about Top Cary NC neighborhoods in the Cary NC Top 30 Appreciation Subdivisions list.
Copyright ©, By Linda Lohman, All rights reserved,*Cary NC Top 30 Appreciation Subdivisions*
Cary NC West Park Homes for Sale is right around the corner from my own home and is a favorite on my tour of Cary NC neighborhoods. It's located right off NC 55 near High House road. It was built in the mid 1990's. Homes range in size between 1700-2800 square feet. The average price point is 326,867. West Park rated SIXTH in the Top 30 Appreciation Cary Subdivision (TARR Report) Average appreciation for the past 13 months 4.4%. Average years of ownership is 9 years.
While moving to Cary NC is a big decision a neighborhood like West Park makes it easier. The true beauty of the West Park community is the setting around a large pond filled with geese and surrounded by a walking trail. The gazebo is a family favorite for pictures and has a waiting line on prom night.The pond is the focal point and the streets are cul-de-sacs that stem out from the central pond area, a unique design that allows families to bond and create community.
The day I was out taking pictures was teacher workday and the kids were off school. I was taken aback by the activity; kids playing tennis, riding bikes on the train, fishing in the creek, simply playing. It was reminded of those Norman Rockwell pictures of Americana. West Park truly had that feeling that day. So when you're out looking for Cary NC homes for sale remember West Park neighborhood.
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Copyright© By Linda Lohman, All rights reserved, *Cary NC West Park Homes for Sale*
Cary NC Highcroft Homes for Sale is the next stop on my tour of Cary NC and this fabulous neighborhood is located in west Cary just of NC 55 and Green Hope School Road. It was established in 2003 and completed in 2007. The neighborhood consists of 287 homes, average lot size .34, average home value $513,000. Both the lot size and home value averages need a bit of “spainin”, as we say down south.
Highcroft homes for sale consist of two price points, the first ranging in the mid-$400,000 with lot sizes in the +/-.20 range. The second price point ranges from the high $400,000 to low $500,000 with lot sized in the +/- .30 size. All beautiful homes built with the latest custom features. When it comes to Cary NC Highcroft homes for sale ranks high.
I enjoy telling my story of Highcroft. I had client, a family from NY, were intrigued by the idea of the community school inside the neighborhood so we planned a day to view Highcroft homes for sale. It was a beautiful day, so we decided to park the car and walked from listing to listing. While on our walk, with the four kids, we encountered several neighbors, talked, waved, and hours flew by. We spent 6 hours looking at only a handful of homes. One thing we did do was experience Highcroft. They moved in about a two months later.
While moving to Cary NC is a big decision. The biggest asset to Highcroft homes for sale is the Highcroft Road Elementary School which is located in the center of the neighborhood. Remember your childhood when you walked to your neighborhood school with Mom watching from the front porch? Welcome to Highcroft! Highcroft Elementary has consistently been ranked one of Wake County Public School‘s top performing elementary schools. Parent participation being the key to the school’s success. Here all you need to know about Wake County Public Schools.
When the neighborhood was built sales were swift because of the location and the school. Re-sales experience the same advantage.
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Copyright© By Linda Lohman, All Rights Reserved, *Cary NC Highcroft Homes for Sale*
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I assist families successfully buy and sell their dream homes in Cary NC
I have a unique perspective on the real estate market in the Cary NC area because I have lived most peoples experience.
In 1995, when Cary NC was truly a small town on the cusp of a population boom my family was part of a 700 family relocation from S. Florida with IBM. This was before the widespread use of the Internet, imagine that! We were sent here on a Thursday, scheduled for pick-up on Sunday and told to find a home. Panic doesn't begin to describe the feeling. We got through it and are one of the success stories. I took that experience with me as I became a Relocation Specialist in Real Estate.
I have spent the past several years using my expertise with the Wake County School System, being a former teacher, and my relocation experience to assist numerous family from all over the country make a smooth transition to the Triangle.
I know moving to Cary NC can be a big decision for you and your family, it was for mine. I'm here to help.
I service the entire triangle area including: Cary NC, Apex NC, Raleigh NC, Morrisville NC, Holly Springs NC, Fuquay Varina NC
Technology Town of North Carolina
Cary is a thriving community in the heart of the Triangle area of North Carolina, between Raleigh and renowned Research Triangle Park. The Triangle area repeatedly has ranked among the top regions in the country to live or work, to find a home or start a business, to raise a family or retire.
The January 2004 issue of Money Magazine names Cary, N.C. the hottest town in the East and one of six Hottest Towns in America.In August 2006, Cary was again recognized by Money Magazine as one of the Best Small Cities in America, ranking fifth on the magazine's 2006 list of Best Places to Live.
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The "Apex" of Good Living
Located in southwestern Wake County, Apex combines a relaxing small-town atmosphere with convenience to big-city amenities. It is positioned for future growth and the town planners are working to ensure that the small-town character remains while allowing for many new residents to join our community.
In 1994 Apex was named the state's #1 Small Town in economic vitality by Business North Carolina magazine.
A major streetscape renovation project has restored Apex's downtown and recaptured its historic flavor. The revitalized downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places as one of the best examples of an intact turn-of-the-century railroad town.
We invite you to join the hundreds of newcomers discovering our delightful small town ideally located in southwestern Wake County. Even though new residents relocate to Apex daily, we have maintained the small town character which is so unique in the rapidly-growing Research Triangle Area.
If you are one of our new residents getting settled into our community, or are considering a decision to join those relocating to our area, we hope this information will be helpful and facilitate an easy move to Apex.
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Raleigh at a Glance 
Take a look at just about any "Best Places to..." list and you will see Raleigh ranked among the top. Taking advantage of all of its advantages, Raleigh has become a model of the good life in 21st century America and an exciting venue for exploring the possibilities of even greater things to come.
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Holly Springs, NC
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Fuquay Varina, NC
Fuquay-Varina is located in the garden spot of Wake County and the path of progress of the Research Triangle Park and is changing with each passing day. Although Fuquay Varina has an unusual name it has a quite usual small town feel with the big city near by.
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http://www.fuquay-varina.org/default.asp
As a former Wake County teacher I keep up on the latest school news and rankings. Our schools are a major deciding factor for many families coming to the Triangle. Why are schools so great? Our parent population! Our parent population goes above and beyond to assist the schools in any way necessary to be successful. The volunteer rates are astronomical, the fund raising is top notch, the parent-student-teacher communication is mandatory and is backed up by the latest technology. See for yourself: www.wcpss.net
Certified Relocation Specialist -Through my own experiences and specialized training offered through Fonville Morisey Realty I have made a career commitment to assisting those relocation to the area. It is a trying time full of questions, concerns, needs, emotions...I know because I've been there!
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On-line Home Search- Tired of those late nights searching endlessly for that perfect home? Simply tell me your home critieria and I will send you those listing as soon as they come on the market. You can then add comment, request a showing, or sent it to the reject pile. It's simple contact me at: LLohman@FMrealty.com
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