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$485,000

542 Tomkins Loop, Cary, NC 27519
Cary, NC 27519
Listed by Paula Grossman · ZUHAUS LLC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
N/A
Year built
2009

About this home

Enjoy Carefree Living In Carolina Preserve, Cary North Carolina's Premiere 55+ Adult Active Community. This Wonderful 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath ranch home has been Enhanced & Refreshed By Original Owner - Freshly Painted and Carpet Replaced Sept 2025 and April 2026, LVP Flooring installed May 2026. Nothing To Do But Move In! Enjoy The Flora & Fauna From Wonderful 3 Season Room With Sliding Windows/Screens and Custom Air Conditioning Unit. Dreamy Primary With Ensuite Complete with Upgraded Shower (replaced August 2025) and Generous Walk In Closet. Light-Filled Kitchen With Concealed Laundry Nook, Versatile Third Bedroom Features Custom Built In Desk, Office Cabinetry and Complementing Murphy Bed. Spacious, Fabulous Great Room That Is The Perfect Space To Gather! Custom Designed 2 Car Garage Equipped With Custom Built Ins And Cabinetry - The Ultimate In Storage & Organization! This flourishing 55+community boasts top-notch activities and amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, a full fitness center, bocce andtennis courts as well as dedicated spaces for art, pottery, billiards, cards, and games. It hosts numerous clubs, classes, community events, and social gatherings, providing ample opportunities for recreation, fitness, creativity, and volunteer i nvolvement. Residents enjoy miles of walking and biking trails that connect to Cary's trail system and the Tobacco Trail.Conveniently located near Duke and UNC hospitals, RTP, I-540, and, theatre & sports as well as fabulous eateries. Shared Bath Has Been Upgraded with seat & Grab Bars. Clothes Dryer replaced June 2023. Dishwasher replaced July 2024. Microwave replaced July 2025. Master shower replaced August 2025. Carpet in 2 Bedrooms replaced September 2025. Home has been professionally cleaned.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
10172056
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Carolina Preserve
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
August 26, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.119 acres

Location

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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
North Chatham Elementary
7.1 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
555
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
Chatham County Schools
Middle
Margaret B. Pollard Middle
11.36 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
775
Student:teacher ratio
17.6:1
District
Chatham County Schools
High
Northwood High
15.73 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,124
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
Chatham County Schools

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$97,000 down
$388,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,517
Property tax (est.)$404
Home insurance (est.)$150

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