Welcome to 550 Tomkins Loop, nestled in the vibrant, active adult 55+ community of Carolina Preserve. This charming home, built in 2009, offers main-level living with a spacious owner's suite, complete with a walk-in closet and storage system. Enjoy the elegance of hardwood floors and crown molding in the main living areas, complemented by smooth ceilings with recessed lighting. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (including a gas range), and a gas water heater. Relax in the peaceful screened porch with a view of the backyard, perfect for unwinding after a busy day. Additional highlights include a roof replaced in 2021 and an attached 2-car garage. Carolina Preserve boasts an extensive array of amenities designed for active adult living. The main clubhouse is the hub for community social events, fitness classes, and sports activities, featuring a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor lap pool, aerobics and dance studio, ballroom, demonstration kitchen, hobby and craft studios, library, varsity room, and sundeck. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool with beach entry and spa, four clay tennis courts, bocce ball courts, a putting green, and a scenic 15-acre lake. Miles of walking and biking trails wind through the community and connect to Cary's extensive bike trail system, including the historic Tobacco Trail between Raleigh and Durham. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, style, and vibrant community living at Carolina Preserve.
Sold for $500,000 on 08/23/24
$500,000
550 Tomkins Loop, Cary, NC 27519
3beds
1,410sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2009
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$520,700 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$2,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$520,700
$484,000 - $562,000
$2,149/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 12:23am
Listed by:
Liz Toth 919-538-1784,
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with:
Ellen Thabet, 284210
Adorn Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10039792
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining L, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,410
- Total interior livable area: 1,410 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,410
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Swimming Pool Com/Fee, Community
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0087777
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Curbs, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban, Tennis Court(s)
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: Cary
- Subdivision: Carolina Preserve
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Jogging Path, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Pond Year Round, Pool, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Storm Water Maintenance
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2024 | Sold | $500,000$355/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10039792 | ||
| 7/17/2024 | Pending sale | $500,000$355/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10039792 | ||
| 7/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $500,000+59%$355/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10039792 | ||
| 5/3/2018 | Sold | $314,400-0.2%$223/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2177118 | ||
| 4/7/2018 | Pending sale | $314,900$223/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Brier Creek #2177118 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,185 +1.9% | $303,340 |
| 2023 | $3,124 +2% | $303,340 |
| 2022 | $3,064 | $303,340 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Amberly
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10North Chatham ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 7 mi
- 4/10Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.4 mi
- 8/10Northwood HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham - N Chatham
- Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard
- High: Chatham - Seaforth
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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Estimated market value
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