I Wanna Retire!!

katwkittens
Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:46:24 +0000

Cary is one of the MOST expensive areas of the Triangle. CARY=concentrated area of relocated Yankees

The surrounding areas are much more reasonable. Sister is to the northeast of Cary but within driving distance for work. Her neighboorhood (her house, 2 years old) 3200+ sq. feet, 3 floors, stone front, 5 bd/3 bath, full attic, big lot, all hardwoods, upgraded cabinets/appliances/lighting $245,000. Surrounding neighborhoods, smaller homes 2300-2800 sq. ft. $175-210,000, same amenities just 1-2 miles north, small town (8-10K population). All within driving distances of RTP (biotech galore), Raleigh-the capital, RDU airport, Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State.

Yes, we found Cary, NC expensive so looked for attractive alternatives. And my kiddos had not been east of Vegas their whole lives, talk about culture shock! But it has been fun.

Kat