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    • Price cut: $5K (8/27)
    $480,000

    542 Tomkins Loop, Cary, NC 27519

    3beds
    1,388sqft
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    $3,325/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2009
    5,183 Square Feet Lot
    $478,300 Zestimate®
    $346/sqft
    $307/mo HOA

    What's special

    Freshly paintedUpgraded showerDreamy primary with ensuiteGenerous walk in closetLvp flooring installed
    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.
    131 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Paula Grossman 919-475-5000,

    ZUHAUS LLC,

    Deborah Abdullah 919-816-6889,

    ZUHAUS LLC

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10172056MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 183.3 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.1 x 13.0
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132.21 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.7 x 11.3
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 105.93 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.9
      Breakfast room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 42.9 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.5
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 89.4 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.9 x 6.0
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 18.8 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.0
      Great room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 233.93 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.7 x 14.9
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 108.15 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.5 x 10.3
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Inside, In Kitchen, Main Level
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Simulated Wood, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Blinds
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,388
      • Total interior livable area: 1,388 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,388
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 5,183 Square Feet
      • Features: Few Trees, Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0087781
      • Special conditions: Probate Listing,Seller Not Owner of Record
      • Other equipment: Other

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Shake Siding, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
      • Roof: Metal,Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2009
      Details
      • Builder model: Gray Mist

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Fitness Center, Pool, Suburban, Tennis Court(s)
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Carolina Preserve
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Billiard Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Indoor Pool, Meeting Room, Pool, Recreation Room, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s)
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds
      • HOA fee: $307 monthly
      • HOA name: Carolina Preserve
      • HOA phone: 919-467-7837
      Location
      • Region: Cary

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $346/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $434,785
      • Annual tax amount: $4,230
      • Date on market: 8/26/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $478,300

        $454,000 - $502,000

        $1,958/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/27/2026Price change$480,000-1%$346/sqft
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        8/26/2026Listed for sale$485,000$349/sqft
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        8/18/2026Pending sale$485,000$349/sqft
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        8/6/2026Price change$485,000-1%$349/sqft
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        7/31/2026Price change$489,999-1%$353/sqft
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        7/10/2026Price change$495,000-1%$357/sqft
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        6/5/2026Listed for sale$499,9000%$360/sqft
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        6/4/2026Listing removed$499,995$360/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10122977 Report a problem
        4/16/2026Price change$499,995-1%$360/sqft
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        1/27/2026Price change$505,000-3.8%$364/sqft
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        9/19/2025Listed for sale$524,900+134.3%$378/sqft
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        6/17/2010Sold$224,000$161/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,087 +28%$434,785 +43%
        2024$3,192 +1.9%$304,000
        2023$3,131 +2%$304,000
        2022$3,070 $304,000
        2021$3,070 +11.6%$304,000 +12.7%
        2020$2,752 +4.3%$269,810
        2019$2,639 $269,810
        2017$2,639 $269,810 +16.2%
        2016$2,639 +15.5%$232,218
        2015$2,285 +1.2%$232,218
        2014$2,257 $232,218
        2013$2,257 $232,218
        2012-- $232,218
        2011-- $232,218
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Amberly

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Chatham - North Chatham Elementary
        • Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
        • High: Chatham - Seaforth High School

        Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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