About Cary NC
Cary, NC lies within the Research Triangle of North Carolina. The Triangle is anchored by Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill which are homes to North Carolina State University, Duke University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, respectively. Education is essential to Cary with more than two-thirds of adults in Cary holding a college degree.
Cary is a prosperous and rapidly growing community which offers an alternative to big-city living. Though one major employer, the software maker SAS, is based here, Cary offers convenient access to the universities and the state capitol of Raleigh and is an ideal choice for commuters. The people of Cary are hard-working and enjoy one of the highest median household incomes in the state.
In fact, Cary has received several accolades as one of the top regions in the country to work, live, or start a business. And it’s no wonder that in 2006 Cary was named both the "Best Place to Live in The South" and "5th best Place to live in the U.S." by Money Magazine. Cary also has been named the "9th Safest City" In the US.
Cary Activities
There’s no lack of things to do in Cary, NC. There are several cultural activities to be enjoyed in Cary, including a Youth Theater called Applause!, the Cary Heritage Museum, art studios and galleries, as well as concerts and other cultural events.
Outdoor activities include ball fields and tennis courts. Cary also has 30 parks with greenways for picnicking, walking, hiking, or biking. Special events are scheduled throughout the year around holidays and special occasions. Shopping opportunities abound in Cary as well. The Cary Towne Center has over 130 stores and offers many of the well-know chain stores, as well as many specialty shops in Towne Center and other areas throughout the town.
Cary NC Real Estate
Once in a while, all of the “just right” elements come together to create a “just right” community. Cary, NC is certainly one of those. It offers quality, affordable homes with an excellent school system which makes Cary a great choice for discerning home buyers. In fact, Cary, NC real estate offers neighborhoods that combine location and lifestyle for exceptional quality and livability.
Among those neighborhoods of Cary, NC is Highcroft, which is surrounded by parks. It's an easy walk to Tom Brooks Metro Park, and Batchelor Branch Greenway. Other amenities found within these areas include a junior Olympic pool, a bathhouse, and a toddler’s community.
The Shires offers low maintenance cluster homes priced from $375,000 to $450,000 and range in size from 2200 to 3200 sq ft. The Manors offers homes priced from $500,000 to $700,000+ and range in size from 2700 to more than 4500 sq ft. Many homes in Cary are sold almost the moment they come on the market. |