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540 Wood St Cary, NC 27513

$360,000

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Beds

Baths

Sqft

1,122

Acres

0.3

Year

1922

Close Date

May 10, 2024

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$321

Date Listed

Oct 19, 2023

Description of 540 Wood St, Cary, NC 27513

Listing details for 540 Wood St, Cary, NC 27513 : Opportunity awaits on a large, flat lot in Downtown Cary! This adorable bungalow situated walking distance to the new "West End" and adjacent to upcoming multi-modal + retail development is the perfect investment, first home fixer upper or lot opportunity. Charming covered & screened front porch opens to beautiful hardwood floors throughout main living area & dining room. Many updates over the years including recently replaced & functioning windows, updated electrical panel, HVAC unit, water heater and more. With a little sweat equity this would be the perfect first home, short or long term rental, future new home site - no doubt a landing place for all Downtown Cary has to offer. Walk to Lexie Lane Park, Train Station, Restaurants, Shops, New Downtown Park, Library, Town Hall Campus + more. No HOA!

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 9:54 AM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$315,000

MLS #ID

2538047

Close Price

$360,000

Close Date

May 10, 2024

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

1,122

Acres

0.3

Year

1922

Days on Site

764 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$321

Date Listed

Oct 19, 2023

Location

Street Address

540 Wood St

City

Cary

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27513

County

Wake

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Dixon

Driving Directions

From Harrison Ave, turn onto Hillsboro St. Turn Right on N West St, then Left on Wood St. Home is on the Right.

Schools

Elementary School

Weatherstone

Middle School

East Cary

High School

Cary

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

1 Full

Total Square Feet

1,122

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1922

Style

Bungalow and Ranch

Construction Materials

Wood Siding

Foundation

Block

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$321

Lot Features

Hardwood Trees, Open Lot and Partially Cleared

Lot Size (Acres)

0.3

Lot Dimensions

89 x 150 x 94 x 144

Interior Details

Interior Features

Bathtub Only, Master Downstairs and Walk-In Closet(s)

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop and Gas Water Heater

Flooring

Hardwood and Vinyl

Fireplace

Heating

Forced Air, Gas Pack and Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Exterior Details

Garage

Parking Features

Driveway, Gravel, On Street and Unpaved

Patio & Porch Features

Enclosed, Patio, Porch and Screened

Fencing

None

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

Unknown

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Living Room	Main
Dining Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Primary Bedroom	Main
Bedroom 2	Main
Utility Room	Main
Mud Room	—
Bathroom 2	Main

Listing Provided By

Allie Parker, 919-882-3200, Keller Williams Realty Cary

Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS

Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 2538047

What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$334K – $410K

Exact number$2,845,000

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$334K – $410K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Property History

DateEventPrice

5/10/2024

Sold

$360,000

$321/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2538047

10/19/2023

Listed for sale

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Source:

Triangle, MLS #2538047

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$334K – $410K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Is this your home?

Claim it to unlock a private owner dashboard, track your equity, and get a free monthly value report.

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