Cary, NC 27511. A 160-acre park out back, brand-new HVAC, and a short walk to school.
The home backs to Apex Community Park: a 50+ acre lake, 3+ miles of trails, courts and playgrounds. Someone else mows it.
See the parkI'll be straight with you, because that's how I do this. The first thing people notice is that the yard is on the side, not out back. HOA covenants allow fencing, so you can fence it. But walk out the back and you're steps from Apex Community Park, with a lake loop, greenway, tennis and pickleball courts and a playground. Nobody's paying for a private yard that nice.
Inside, the expensive stuff is already handled: two brand-new HVAC systems this year, a roof from 2019, fresh paint top to bottom, and cleaned carpets. You get a gas fireplace, separate living and family rooms, and upstairs a bonus room and an office on top of three bedrooms. The price has come down almost $20K. Come walk it and then walk the park. You'll get it.
Both HVAC systems were replaced this year. Here's what else is already done, so you don't have to:
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View all photos on my siteThis is what sets this house apart. All of this is a short walk from your back door, and you'll never mow, mulch or fence any of it.
Paved lake loop, a wheelchair-accessible fishing dock (stocked with catfish), and a launch for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. Permits required for fishing and boating.
6 tennis courts, 3 lighted pickleball courts, 3 sand volleyball courts, 2 basketball courts and 2 street hockey rinks.
Playground and swings, an outdoor fitness course, picnic shelters with grills, ballfields and batting cages for league play.
Park details from the Town of Apex. Some facilities require reservations or permits. Check apexnc.org for hours and current status.
It's listed as a 3-bedroom, but with a bonus room, an office and two living spaces downstairs, it lives a lot bigger. Tap a level to see what's on it.
2,415 sq ft on two floors.
The stuff that's easy to miss on a showing and expensive to add later.
"Morning walk around the lake, then walk to school pickup. Try doing that from a big backyard."Rich Burghgraef
Currently assigned Wake County public schools, as listed in the MLS. The elementary is practically next door.
Wake County assigns schools by address, assignments can change, and some schools have enrollment caps. Confirm current assignment for this address with WCPSS at wcpss.net.
Laurel Park sits right on the Cary/Apex line, so you've got two downtowns within about ten minutes.
Lake loop, greenway, courts, playground and fishing dock.
Right behind youAssigned elementary school.
~0.2 miBoth assigned upper schools are about a mile away.
~1 miSalem Street shops, restaurants and the Peak City events calendar.
~2 miMultiple grocery stores and shopping centers nearby.
~2 miBig shopping center with restaurants and a movie theater.
~3 miConcerts, the dog park, dining and shopping.
~5 miThe 22-mile rail trail, with trailheads a short drive west.
~6 miDistances are approximate driving miles. Walk Score is 31, so plan on a car for errands; the park and the elementary school are the walkable perks.
Close to US-1/64, NC-55 and NC-540, so RTP, Raleigh and RDU are all realistic daily drives. Tap any card for the live route from the front door.
Times are approximate off-peak drive times. Rush hour on US-1, I-40 and NC-540 can add 10 to 20 minutes, so check your actual route and time of day.
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Estimate only, not a loan offer. PMI is roughly estimated when down payment is under 20%. Talk to a lender for real numbers, and ask me about seller-paid closing costs or a rate buydown, which can move this number more than you'd think.
The things buyers usually find out on the third showing. I'd rather you know now.
The private yard is on the side of the home, not behind it. What's behind it is Apex Community Park. If a big private backyard is a must-have, this probably isn't your house. If you'd rather use a park than mow a lawn, it might be perfect.
Yes. The HOA covenants allow fencing (with the usual HOA approval on style and placement). I'm happy to help you get a quote before you make an offer.
Two brand-new HVAC systems in 2026, a roof replaced in November 2019, fresh interior paint throughout and professionally cleaned carpets upstairs.
It started at $609,900 this spring and is now $590,000. That's a nearly $20K head start, on a home where the big-ticket systems are already new.
$550 a year to the Laurel Park HOA, covering grounds maintenance and management. That's under $46 a month.
The sellers will consider cash, conventional, FHA and VA offers.
Price improved and the big systems are new. If your buyer cares more about trails, lake and schools than mowing a big yard, this is worth a showing. Call or text me directly for access, disclosures or HOA docs.
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Here's my offer: we tour the house, then we walk out back to the park together. Give it fifteen minutes. If it's not for you, you'll at least know the best lake loop in Apex.
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