For buyers seeking walkability to downtown Cary without sacrificing privacy, this charming one-story cottage offers a rare combination of location, livability, and long-term stability in one of Cary's most in-demand areas. Unlike surrounding redevelopment properties, this home is not a teardown candidate due to creek and land restrictions, creating a unique opportunity to own in a high-growth corridor where neighboring parcels are being transformed into million-dollar homes, further pushing up neighborhood demand and desirability. Just a short walk to downtown Cary, parks, dining, and live events, the home is also tucked along a quiet, tree-lined creek corridor that feels peaceful and removed from the activity just minutes away. Set on a flat lot with a long private driveway and parking for up to five vehicles--a rare feature in this area--the property offers everyday convenience with a strong sense of privacy. The backyard is buffered by mature trees and a creek, with additional separation from the neighboring rear property, enhancing the quiet, natural setting. Inside, original hardwood floors, crown molding, and abundant natural light create warmth and character throughout. The layout lives larger than expected, with flexible space for everyday living, entertaining, or remote work. The updated kitchen and bathroom with LVP flooring provide modern functionality while preserving charm. A covered front porch offers the perfect spot for morning coffee, while the rear of the home provides a peaceful backdrop of birds, frogs, and wooded views--one of the most distinctive aspects of the property. Additional storage includes a backyard shed and attached storage room, offering flexibility for hobbies or future improvements (subject to buyer plans and approvals). This is an ideal opportunity for buyers who value walkability, privacy, and character over new construction scale, in a prime location where detached homes with this level of access are increasingly rare
For sale
Price cut: $15K (5/7)
$499,990
232 Fairview Rd, Cary, NC 27511
3beds
932sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1956
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$490,300 Zestimate®
$536/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered front porchAbundant natural lightCharming one-story cottageLong private drivewayCrown moldingOriginal hardwood floorsFlat lot
- 8 days |
- 1,204 |
- 45 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mike Chiarelli 919-213-8118,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Michele Lee Chiarelli 984-381-2033,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10164060
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Ductless, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Electric, Multi Units, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 932
- Total interior livable area: 932 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 932
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Downtown
Lot
- Size: 10,018.8 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 076307695964000 0018567
- Zoning: R12P
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage, Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Asphalt, Brick, Clapboard, Frame, Glass, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Heater Prop
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cary
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $536/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $445,777
- Annual tax amount: $3,840
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$490,300
$466,000 - $515,000
$1,646/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $499,990-2.9%$536/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $514,990-10.4%$553/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2025 | Price change | $575,000-3.4%$617/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $595,500-6.2%$639/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $635,000-4.5%$681/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Price change | $665,000-5%$714/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000+373%$751/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2007 | Sold | $148,000+56.6%$159/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2007 | Sold | $94,500$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,841 +2.2% | $445,777 |
| 2024 | $3,758 +52.2% | $445,777 +82.4% |
| 2023 | $2,469 +3.9% | $244,400 |
| 2022 | $2,377 +2% | $244,400 |
| 2021 | $2,330 -0.5% | $244,400 |
| 2020 | $2,342 +34.3% | $244,400 +51.8% |
| 2019 | $1,744 | $160,974 |
| 2018 | $1,744 +10.8% | $160,974 |
| 2017 | $1,573 +1.5% | $160,974 |
| 2016 | $1,550 +32.8% | $160,974 +38.2% |
| 2015 | $1,167 +6% | $116,490 |
| 2014 | $1,101 | $116,490 |
| 2013 | -- | $116,490 |
| 2012 | -- | $116,490 |
| 2011 | -- | $116,490 |
| 2010 | -- | $116,490 |
| 2009 | -- | $116,490 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,731/mo
Principal & interest
$2448
Property taxes
$283
More affordability tools
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27511
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cary ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10East Cary Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Cary HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Cary
- Middle: Wake - East Cary
- High: Wake - Cary
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- North Carolina
- Wake County
- Cary
- 27511
- 232 Fairview Rd





