535 E Cornwall Rd Cary, NC 27511
South Cary Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,475
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
Highlights
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Bonus Room
- Cary Elementary Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Lions Park
About This Home
As of January 2025Imagine living your own version of Miracle on 34th Street, where the movie ends with Kris Kringle helping a family find love and the home of their dreams. At 535 E. Cornwall Drive, that dream can become your reality. Nestled in the heart of Cary, this charming ranch style home with a basement and garage offers warmth, character, and endless opportunities—all just moments away from vibrant Downtown Cary.
Living near Downtown Cary is like stepping into a picture-perfect holiday movie year-round. Explore boutique shopping, local restaurants, and cultural hotspots like the Cary Arts Center and The Cary Theater. The year-old Downtown Cary Park offers expansive green spaces, playgrounds, lighted evenings, and events for all ages. Top-rated schools, grocery stores, and conveniences are just around the corner, while major hubs like Raleigh, RTP, and RDU Airport are a quick drive away.
Whether it's grabbing a latte from La Farm Bakery, enjoying a craft brew at Bond Brothers, or catching a live performance at the Downtown Cary Park Amphitheater, Cary is a place where community and convenience meet.
This lovingly updated home is move-in ready and full of charm. The upper level features three spacious bedrooms, two modernized bathrooms, an inviting eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, a window herb garden, and a swinging door to the dining room. A double-sided fireplace creates a cozy ambiance in both the family and living rooms, while newly refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint add a polished touch.
The exterior shines just as brightly, with fresh landscaping, a brand-new privacy fence, and a welcoming yard that invites you to enjoy the outdoors. Large windows throughout the home bring in natural light, making every room feel warm and inviting.
The lower level finished bonus room is a space full of potential. Its exterior entrance, a full bathroom, and a private, newly fenced patio make it perfect for a rental unit, in-law suite, or guest retreat. Imagine hosting AirBnB visitors who want to experience nearby attractions like Fenton, Lenovo Center, the State Fair, and college football games. Our virtually staged photos show how this space can transform into a cozy den, workspace, or short-term rental.
The basement also includes a single-bay garage with built-ins and almost 200sqft of workshop space, ideal for DIY projects or extra storage. Install a charger for your electric vehicle on the 220V outlet! Whether you want to create or earn, this flexible space is ready to meet your needs. A locking storage closet convenient inside the right side of the garage offers secure storage for any valuable tools frquently used.
Located within the sidewalk-lined neighborhood of Greenwood Forest, this home is close to Lions Park and Cary Swim Club—perfect for strolls, bike rides, or quick outings. On fall evenings, you might hear cheers from Cary High's football games or music from the band rehearsing for the next big parade. It's the kind of neighborhood where connections are made, and lifelong memories are created. (note: Cary Swim Club is a pool that offers Summer memberships.)
This home shares a drainage easement with the adjoining property, and the driveway shows some cracking due to the natural growth of maturing trees. The damper in the Living Room is in disrepair.
Just like the family in Miracle on 34th Street, you deserve a home that feels like it was meant for you - one with thoughtful updates, including modernized bathrooms, updated windows, refinished hardwoods, and fresh paint and also solid systems like a tankless gas water heater and a Lennox gas-fired furnace. This home has been lovingly maintained and is ready for its next chapter.
At 535 E. Cornwall Drive, you'll find more than just a house—with its ideal location, thoughtful updates, and endless potential, this home is ready to welcome you. Schedule your tour today and start manifesting your holiday miracle!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate License #268817 Listed on: 12/08/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,151
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Wood Fence
- Back Yard Fenced
- Native Plants
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Workshop in Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Lead Paint Disclosure
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Chandelier
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Bonus Room
- Workshop
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Electric Range
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Primary bathroom on main floor
- Double Vanity
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Partial Basement
- Walk-Up Access
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Workshop
- Laundry in Basement
- Stubbed For A Bathroom
- Basement Storage
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Smart Locks
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Patio
- Front Porch
Schools
- Cary Elementary School
- East Cary Middle School
- Cary High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Suburban Location
- Grass Field
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Greenwood Forest Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number PIN 0763768221, REID 0016532
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 8, 2024
Closed on
Jan 9, 2025
Sold by
Middle Creek Investments Llc
Bought by
Planting Deborah
Seller's Agent
Patricia Denz
Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Meagan Black
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$565,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,564
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.07%
Original Mortgage
$395,500
Outstanding Balance
$393,452
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$179,112
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 4, 2006
Sold by
Lavayen Jeanett B and Lavayen Ana P
Bought by
Thomas Tracie Denise
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 2001
Sold by
Piraino Thomas A and Piraino Helen M
Bought by
Lavayen Jeanett B and Lavayen Ana P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,100
Interest Rate
6.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 1999
Sold by
Pozza Ada B Dalla
Bought by
Piraino Thomas A and Piraino Helen M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,200
Interest Rate
6.5%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $565,000 | Magnolia Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $206,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $184,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $168,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $395,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $145,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $158,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $147,100 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $151,200 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2025 01/13/25 | Sold | $565,000 | 0.0% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 12/09/2024 12/09/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/08/2024 12/08/24 | For Sale | $565,000 | -- | $228 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,151 | $492,673 | $280,000 | $212,673 |
| 2023 | $3,069 | $304,327 | $145,000 | $159,327 |
| 2022 | $2,955 | $304,327 | $145,000 | $159,327 |
| 2021 | $2,896 | $304,327 | $145,000 | $159,327 |
| 2020 | $2,911 | $304,327 | $145,000 | $159,327 |
| 2019 | $2,366 | $219,099 | $100,000 | $119,099 |
| 2018 | $2,221 | $219,099 | $100,000 | $119,099 |
| 2017 | $2,134 | $219,099 | $100,000 | $119,099 |
| 2016 | $2,103 | $219,099 | $100,000 | $119,099 |
| 2015 | $2,153 | $216,636 | $90,000 | $126,636 |
| 2014 | $2,030 | $216,636 | $90,000 | $126,636 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patricia Denz
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patricia Denz
Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
(919) 414-9894
6 in this area
44 Total Sales
-
Meagan Black
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Meagan Black
LPT Realty, LLC
(434) 728-5913
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10066493
APN: 0763.12-76-8221-000
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