In this Cary Spotlight Issue…

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🏡 Cary Real Estate: Properties Sold in Cary Last Week

💡 From IBM Executive to Real Estate Innovator: The Journey of Carpenter Hobbs Realty

💡 To List or to Wait: Navigating Home Sales Amid the NAR Settlement

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Properties Sold in Cary, NC for Week of 24 March 2024 (Data source: Redfin)

Property Type: Single Family Residential.

There were 27 properties sold in Cary, NC during the past week. Please note that we exclude land sales and townhouses. Here are a few statistics based on the sales from this past week:

The average price for all properties sold is $755,538

The average size in square feet for houses sold is 2,819

The average price per square foot for houses that sold is $273

The number of homes sold by Postal Code:

• 27511: 3 homes

• 27513: 14 homes

• 27518: 3 homes

• 27519: 7 homes

The properties are listed from highest SOLD PRICE to lowest:

Click on the address to view listing. We only listed the top 20 homes sold.

420 W Park St, Cary, NC 27511 | Sold Price: $1,250,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 4.0 | Size: 3688 sqft

112 Heck Andrews Way, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $1,150,000
Beds: 5 | Baths: 4.5 | Size: 4845 sqft

217 Versailles Dr, Cary, NC 27511 | Sold Price: $1,131,500
Beds: 5 | Baths: 4.5 | Size: 4421 sqft

1720 Back Porch Way, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $1,020,000
Beds: 5 | Baths: 4.0 | Size: 3555 sqft

216 Midenhall Way, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $955,000
Beds: 3 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 3002 sqft

107 Sylvan Grove Dr, Cary, NC 27518 | Sold Price: $880,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 3.5 | Size: 3743 sqft

115 Greymist Ln, Cary, NC 27518 | Sold Price: $875,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 3403 sqft

1602 Castalia Dr, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $816,530
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 3212 sqft

205 Beckingham Loop, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $805,000
Beds: 3 | Baths: 3.0 | Size: 3475 sqft

231 Ellisview Dr, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $739,000
Beds: 3 | Baths: 3.0 | Size: 2755 sqft

101 Chessington Ct, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $717,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2823 sqft

303 Heathridge Ln, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $710,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2709 sqft

220 Custer Trl, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $700,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2714 sqft

1210 Chalk Maple Dr, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $696,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 3.5 | Size: 2600 sqft

7520 Courtyard Pl, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $690,000
Beds: 3 | Baths: 3.0 | Size: 2196 sqft

512 Garendon Dr, Cary, NC 27519 | Sold Price: $675,000
Beds: 2 | Baths: 2.0 | Size: 2165 sqft

1503 Bloomingdale Dr, Cary, NC 27511 | Sold Price: $655,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2208 sqft

222 Custer Trl, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $639,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2559 sqft

725 Banningford Rd, Cary, NC 27518 | Sold Price: $629,000
Beds: 3 | Baths: 2.0 | Size: 1959 sqft

101 Duxbury Dr, Cary, NC 27513 | Sold Price: $625,000
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Size: 2466 sqft

Click Here For the Full List of All Properties Sold Last Week

From IBM Executive to Real Estate Innovator: The Journey of Carpenter Hobbs Realty

Carpenter Hobbs Realty, under the dynamic leadership of Sybil Carpenter Hobbs, is redefining the real estate landscape in the Triangle Area and the High Country. With 11 years of operation, this brokerage has made significant strides in serving buyers, sellers, and investors with unparalleled dedication and professionalism.

After a rewarding career at IBM, Sybil ventured into real estate, bringing with her a wealth of project management expertise. Her transition was marked by immediate success, with a record of selling 10 houses in her debut year. Today, as an investor with Keller Williams in Apex, she continues to build on that momentum, driven by a passion for helping people achieve their homeownership dreams.

Carpenter Hobbs Realty stands out for its commitment to quality service, highlighted by offerings such as certified staging services, professional photography, and drone imaging. Sybil’s work ethic and dedication to client satisfaction have been the cornerstones of her success, ensuring that no home is too big or too small to receive her full attention and expertise.

Beyond the world of real estate, Sybil's heart beats for the community. Her involvement with the Caring Community Foundation exemplifies her commitment to making a difference. As a board member and volunteer, she has been instrumental in assisting cancer patients with their financial burdens, ensuring that help is swift and impactful. This initiative is close to Sybil’s heart, as a cancer survivor herself, she understands the profound stress patients face and works tirelessly to alleviate it.

Looking forward, Carpenter Hobbs Realty is not slowing down. With exciting plans like the Kentucky Derby Watch Party and a scholarship initiative for local students, Sybil continues to intertwine her passion for real estate with community support. These efforts underscore her belief in giving back to the neighborhoods that have been central to her business.

The glowing reviews from clients are a testament to the impact Sybil and her team have made. Their ability to sell homes efficiently, coupled with their meticulous approach to every transaction, sets Carpenter Hobbs Realty apart in the competitive real estate market.

In Carpenter Hobbs Realty, clients find more than just a real estate broker; they discover a dedicated partner committed to making their homeownership dreams a reality, all while fostering community well-being. Sybil Carpenter Hobbs's journey from an IBM executive to a real estate luminary is not just inspiring; it's an example for the kind of passionate, community-focused business that makes a true difference in the world.

Contact Info for Sybil Carpenter Hobbs
Realtor | Broker
KW LEGACY Luxury
Carpenter Hobbs Realty
website: https://sybilhobbs.com/
Phone: (919) 633-0651
Email: [email protected]

To List or to Wait: Navigating Home Sales Amid the NAR Settlement

The National Association of Realtors' recent settlement introduces a significant shift in the real estate market by aiming to eliminate the standard 6% seller commission.

This change, potentially in effect by July, offers homeowners a chance to save on selling costs but poses the question of whether to capitalize on the favorable conditions of the spring season or delay listing until after the settlement.

Spring's appeal lies in its mild weather, alignment with the academic calendar, and a period when buyers have likely paid off holiday debts.

However, the future landscape may burden buyers with additional upfront costs, potentially dampening demand.

Despite these uncertainties, industry professionals lean towards the advantages of listing sooner, citing the unchanged value that an effective agent brings to the sale process.

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