Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/04/2026
Listed
$935,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Perfectly positioned just moments from the charm of downtown Cary and the vibrant dining, shopping and entertainment of Fenton, 542 Walnut Street is a beautifully crafted custom home that blends timeless architecture with sophisticated modern living. This home offers the ideal blend of elegance, comfort and convenience. Inside, natural hardwood floors flow throughout the home, with custom millwork, and wainscoting creating a warm and timeless aesthetic. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and a spacious 3rd floor bonus room, offering exceptional flexibility for a media room, home office, fitness space, playroom, or sixth bedroom. A main-level guest suite with adjacent full bath provides ideal versatility for visitors, multigenerational living, or a private office. At the heart of the home, is an impressive gourmet kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Anchored by a professional-grade 36" BlueStar range complemented by a sleek high-efficiency hood, premium stainless steel appliances, beautiful quartz countertops, and a generous workspace, this chef's kitchen is as functional as it is stunning. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living areas where the inviting family room serves as the centerpiece of the home, highlighted by a cozy fireplace, custom built-in bookcases, and expansive windows that bring the beauty of the surrounding landscape indoors. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a spa-inspired ensuite bath and an expansive walk-in closet. Well-proportioned secondary bedrooms, a conveniently located laundry room, and a versatile bonus room complete the upper level, offering spaces that adapt beautifully to modern lifestyles. Step outside to your own private backyard oasis. Relax in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit beneath the stars, or enjoy quiet evenings on the patio overlooking the beautifully landscaped, fenced yard. Surrounded by mature trees for exceptional privacy, the expansive homesite also includes a cohesively appealing 8x12 shed for added storage. Conveniently located near RTP, RDU Airport, and major commuter routes, this property also offers easy access to public transit. Ideally located within walking distance to downtown Cary and Fenton and just around the corner from Harris Teeter, restaurants, Cary Swim Club and Cary High School. * No HOA fees*.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 542 Walnut St
General
- Price: $935,000
- Taxes: $7,990
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10184401
- Updated: 8/5/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Solar Tube(s), Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Heatilator
- Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Water Purifier
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Above Ground, Fiberglass
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Off Street
Location
- County: Wake
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
- Driving Directions: From US 40 exit on # 291 Cary Towne Blvd. Travel past Fenton Shopping Center. Cary Towne Blvd then becomes Walnut St. The home is the 2nd home on the left just past Tanglewood Drive.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Wake - Cary Elementary
- Middle School: Wake - East Cary Middle
- High School: Wake - Cary High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Transitional
- Structure Type: House, Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement, Radiant Barrier, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Blinds, Insulated Windows
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 2844
- Square Feet: 2,844
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,844 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2017
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,730.8
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Partially Cleared, Private, Wooded
- Zoning: R8CU
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Perimeter, Vinyl
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,990
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 763873403
- Lot Number: 1
Listed by The NC Real Estate Firm, LLC, Rhonda Benkiel (919) 609-8333
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Schools
Schools serving 542 Walnut St
School District:Wake County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cary Elementary 400 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
East Cary Middle School 1111 Southeast Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27511 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Cary High 638 Walnut Street, Cary, NC 27511 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 542 Walnut St
Tax History
Tax History for 542 Walnut St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,572
2%
$881,152
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2024
$7,408
36%
$881,152
63%
2023
$5,441
4%
$541,029
—
2022
$5,238
2%
$541,029
—
2021
$5,133
-1%
$541,029
—
2020
$5,160
299%
$541,029
298%
2016
$1,292
-11%
$135,900
-8%
2015
$1,455
6%
$147,840
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2014
$1,372
5%
$147,840
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2013
$1,307
—
$147,840
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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542 Walnut Street, Cary, NC 27511 (MLS# 10184401) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 542 Walnut Street is currently listed for $935,000 and was received on August 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 542 Walnut Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cary? You can browse all Cary real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.