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Spotlight Features of Cary
Downtown Cary
Cary's quaint downtown features an old-fashioned soda fountain and cinema.
Education
Cary's schools are part of the renowned Wake County Public School System.
Shopping & Dining
Cary is home to Cary Towne Center, Crossroads Plaza, and Waverly Place.
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About Cary, A Top-Ranked Raleigh Suburb
Cary has received a long list of accolades over the past decade; 24/7 Wall Street named the town "The Safest City in America," SmartAsset ranked it as the "Top Boomtown of 2016," and Zippia named it the second most successful city in America, just to name a few. Cary's small-town culture, big-city amenities, top-tier schools, and convenience to both Raleigh and Research Triangle Park make it a top place to live.
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Cary Quick Facts
- Population (2015 est.): 159,769
- Population Change Since 2010: 18.0%
- Local Government: Town of Cary
- Local School District: Wake County Public School System
- Commute to Research Triangle Park: 20 min.
Popular Outdoor Activities
It's not uncommon to spot Cary residents jogging along the paved greenways, biking along the street in designated bike lanes, or strolling through local parks. Other popular activities include boating and fishing at Bond Park, letting pets play off leash at the dog parks, free climbing on the boulder at North Cary Park, and hiking through the woods at Umstead State Park (accessible at the end of Harrison Avenue).
Arts and Cultural Attractions
Whether you enjoy an international festival or an arts and crafts fair, you'll find your favorite cultural attractions in Cary. The town hosts a variety of festivals and concerts at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre, the decades-old Cary Band Day marching band competition, award-winning Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, and classic movies at the revitalized 1940s-era Cary Theater.
New Developments in Cary
Cary is a town of "firsts" for the Triangle; it is home to the area's first Dave & Buster's (located in Cary Towne Center), first Publix (located at Bradford shopping center), and one of the first high schools (Cary High School). Recent new developments include a proposal to build one of the first North Carolina Wegmans, relocation of another professional soccer team to Cary, and construction of new homes.
Popular Home Styles in Cary
Since Cary is composed of neighborhoods developed during various decades, the architectural styles of Cary's homes are diverse. Bungalows are popular downtown, French Provincial-style homes are common in luxury neighborhoods, Craftsman homes are popular in new communities, and Colonial-style homes are popular in established neighborhoods.
Contact the Cary Real Estate Experts
Thinking of buying a home in Cary? Own a home already but are considering selling? Chris Carroll and his team can guide you through each step in the transaction and answer all your questions along the way. Call us at 919-422-3143 if you want to learn about the Cary real estate market, tour available homes, or learn more about selling your property.
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