NOT LISTED FOR SALE

518 Emerald Downs Rd Cary, NC 27519

Cary Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $560,000 - $619,808

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,476 Sq Ft
$240/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 5, 2025

Last sale price $570,000 $230 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,729 / mo

150 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Hortons Creek Elementary Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Amberly Wellness Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

NEW PRICE! Don't miss this Amberly Home w/PRIVATE backyard & NEW HVAC/Carpet/Paint! This home has large rooms, an open floor plan, & usable outdoor living spaces. From the inviting front porch - perfect for morning coffee or evening chats - you are welcomed into a spacious flex room with hardwood floors & crown molding. The family room w/gas fireplace opens into the large eat-in kitchen w/island. Upstairs you will find a large primary bedroom w/cathedral ceilings, walk-in closet, & bathroom with double vanities, step-in shower & separate bathtub. Also upstairs are two more bedrooms & a full bath, a spacious loft, & convenient laundry room. The private backyard w/extended patio is ready for lounging, grilling, or play. Thoughtful upgrades include a brand-new Trane HVAC plus Ecobee Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats. The home is part of the desirable Amberly neighborhood with resort-like amenities including two pools, clubhouse with basketball court and fitness facility, playground, scenic walking trails and a beautiful lake. Shopping and dining including Publix, Mirchi's Indian Kitchen, Sipcha Bubble Tea Shop, and more are walkable in under five minutes. Nearby greenways connect to McCrimmon Park offering tennis and pickleball courts. The American Tobacco Trail is close by offering miles of traffic-free walking, running, and biking. Located near RTP with quick, easy access to major highways and Raleigh Durham International Airport (less than 15 minutes away) this home offers a rare combination of Location, Upgrades, & Privacy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ann Koonce

Choice Residential Real Estate License #278430 Listed on: 06/12/2025

Choice Residential Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Dara Shain

Inhabit Real Estate License #293940

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,085

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned R-10

HOA Fees

  • $98 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Transitional Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Veneer
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,476 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Loft
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Wake County Schools Elementary And Middle School
  • Wake County Schools High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0725842916

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • Amberly Master Property Owners Association, Phone Number (919) 461-2352
  • Arlington Park At Amberly Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Party Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Sport Court
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,085

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

5,227 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$98 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 2006
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
  • Subdivision Name: Arlington Park at Amberly
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2476.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Transitional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Above Grade Unfinished Area: 422.0
  • General Property Information Total Unfinished Area2: 422.0
  • General Property Information Association Fee Required YN: Yes
  • General Property Information Basement YN: No
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Transitional: Yes
  • Attic Features Pull-Down Stairs: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Flooring Tile: Yes
  • Foundation Details Slab: Yes
  • Interior Features BathtubShower Combination: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Structure Type Site Built: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Cooling Zoned: Yes
  • Flooring Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring Hardwood: Yes
  • Interior Features Separate Shower: Yes
  • Levels Two: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Types Family Room2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Flooring Vinyl: Yes
  • Laundry Features Upper Level: Yes
  • Room Types Loft: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Utilities Cable Available: Yes
  • Remarks and Miscellaneous Syndication Remarks2: NEW PRICE! Don't miss this Amberly Home w/PRIVATE backyard & NEW HVAC/Carpet/Paint! This home has large rooms, an open floor plan, & usable outdoor living spaces. From the inviting front porch - perfect for morning coffee or evening chats - you are welcomed into a spacious flex room with hardwood floors & crown molding. The family room w/gas fireplace opens into the large eat-in kitchen w/island. Upstairs you will find a large primary bedroom w/cathedral ceilings, walk-in closet, & bathroom with double vanities, step-in shower & separate bathtub. Also upstairs are two more bedrooms & a full bath, a spacious loft, & convenient laundry room. The private backyard w/extended patio is ready for lounging, grilling, or play. Thoughtful upgrades include a brand-new Trane HVAC plus Ecobee Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats. The home is part of the desirable Amberly neighborhood with resort-like amenities including two pools, clubhouse with basketball court and fitness facility, playground, scenic walking trails and a beautiful lake. Shopping and dining including Publix, Mirchi's Indian Kitchen, Sipcha Bubble Tea Shop, and more are walkable in under five minutes. Nearby greenways connect to McCrimmon Park offering tennis and pickleball courts. The American Tobacco Trail is close by offering miles of traffic-free walking, running, and biking. Located near RTP with quick, easy access to major highways and Raleigh Durham International Airport (less than 15 minutes away) this home offers a rare combination of Location, Upgrades, & Privacy! For more information, contact Listing Agent Ann Koonce at 919-971-3051.
  • General Property Information Association Phone: 919-461-2352
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • General Property Information Horse YN2: No
  • General Property Information Monthly Association Fees2: 98.0
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Utilities Water Connected: Yes
  • General Property Information Spa YN: No
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 2476.0
  • General Property Information Carport YN: No
  • Security Features Fire Alarm: Yes
  • Utilities Electricity Connected: Yes
  • Utilities Sewer Connected: Yes
  • Room Types Laundry2: Yes
  • Utilities Natural Gas Connected: Yes
  • Common Walls No Common Walls: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 5227.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • General Property Information Stories2: 2
  • General Property Information:Living Area3: 2476.0
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 2
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Community Features:Playground2: Yes
  • Community Features:Pool2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Pantry: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Street Lights: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Family Room: Yes
  • Interior Features:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Gas Log: Yes
  • Interior Features:Soaking Tub: Yes
  • Interior Features:Cathedral Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Fitness Center2: Yes
  • Community Features:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Community Features:Sidewalks: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Interior Features:Open Floorplan: Yes
  • Community Features:Clubhouse2: Yes
  • Appliances:Free-Standing Gas Range: Yes
  • Community Features:Park2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Recessed Lighting: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.12
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Window Features:Blinds: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Brick Veneer: Yes
  • Door Features:Storm Door(s): Yes
  • Lot Features:Back Yard2: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Private2: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Pool Features:Outdoor Pool: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Water Heater: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 98.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Amberly Master Property Owners Association
  • Phone: 919-461-2352
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Property Information:Association Name: Amberly Master Property Owners Association
  • Association Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes:Maintenance Grounds2: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Tennis Courts: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Clubhouse: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Recreation Facilities: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Playground: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Basketball Court: Yes
  • Pool Features:Association: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Party Room: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Picnic Area: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Fitness Center: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association Fee: 98.0
  • Association Amenities:Sport Court: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Jogging Path: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Wake County Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake County Schools

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-10
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 0725842916

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5085.0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Map Number: 136

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wake County Schools

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ann Koonce
Choice Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dara Shain
Inhabit Real Estate
List Price
$635,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-10.24%
Views
93
Current Estimated Value
$594,952

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,952
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.42%
Original Mortgage
$570,000
Outstanding Balance
$570,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$24,952

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$254,600
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$570,000 Live Oak Title
$268,000 None Available
$300,000 None Available
$701,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $570,000
Previous Owner $254,600
Previous Owner $240,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Sold $570,000 -3.4% $230 / Sq Ft
11/09/2025 11/09/25 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $590,000 -3.3% $238 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Price Changed $610,000 -2.0% $246 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $622,500 -1.2% $251 / Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Price Changed $630,000 -0.8% $254 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $635,000 -- $256 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,085 $590,898 $200,000 $390,898
2024 $4,975 $590,898 $200,000 $390,898
2023 $3,453 $342,594 $86,000 $256,594
2022 $3,324 $342,594 $86,000 $256,594
2021 $3,258 $342,594 $86,000 $256,594
2020 $3,275 $342,594 $86,000 $256,594
2019 $3,156 $292,919 $86,000 $206,919
2018 $2,962 $292,919 $86,000 $206,919
2017 $2,847 $292,919 $86,000 $206,919
2016 $2,804 $292,919 $86,000 $206,919
2015 $2,835 $285,913 $80,000 $205,913
2014 $2,673 $285,913 $80,000 $205,913
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ann Koonce

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Ann Koonce

    Choice Residential Real Estate

    (919) 971-3051

    1 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    Ann Koonce
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Dara Shain

    Inhabit Real Estate

    (919) 219-2383

    1 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Dara Shain
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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10102759

Doorify MLS

APN: 0725.04-84-2916-000

North Carolina Wake County Cary 27519 Cary Park

518 Emerald Downs Rd, Cary, NC

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