213 Dowell Dr, Cary, NC 27511
PENDING
0.33 ACRES

213 Dowell Dr
Cary, NC 27511

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,490 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$625,000

Est. Mortgage $3,521/mo*

$625,000

Est. Mortgage $3,521/mo*
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,490 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Fantastic opportunity in the heart of Cary! Ideally located at 213 Dowell Drive, this home offers unbeatable convenience with quick access to major commuter routes, RTP, and top-rated Wake County schools. Enjoy being steps away from Historic Downtown Cary, a vibrant and rapidly growing destination featuring locally owned restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and cultural venues. Downtown Cary continues to thrive, anchored by the award-winning Downtown Cary Park, which welcomed over 500,000 visitors in 2024 and hosts year-round events, concerts, and community programming. The area blends small-town charm with modern amenities, contributing to Cary's reputation as one of the most desirable and fastest-growing communities in the Triangle, with a population exceeding 190,000 residents. The established neighborhood of Meadowmont offers a sense of history and stability with mature landscaping, no HOA, and a traditional Cary setting that reflects the town's roots as a close-knit community known for its quality of life, parks, and greenway access. Residents enjoy proximity to numerous parks, cultural attractions, and a strong sense of community that has defined Cary for decades. The home itself features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, almost 2,500 sq ft on a .33-acre lot with fresh interior paint throughout and new or professionally cleaned carpet, making it truly move-in ready. Functional layout with generous living spaces and great natural light. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or an investment opportunity, this property combines location, flexibility, and value. A rare find in a prime Cary location--don't miss it!

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$251
Listed
5 days ago

Home Details for 213 Dowell Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: OtherNumber of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2490 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Lower Level,Washer HookupMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, Fireplace Screen, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
View
Has a View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Front PorchFencing: NoneExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: Combination, SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 3No GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Concrete,Driveway,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1813 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 677 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: Site BuiltArchitecture: Transitional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0763681172

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $625,000Price Per Sqft: $251

Active Status

MLS Status: Active Under Contract

Location

Direction & Address
City: CaryCommunity: Meadowmont
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - CaryJr High / Middle School: Wake - East CaryHigh School: Wake - Cary

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 10170268

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2490 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: NoneNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10170268Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1813

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: NoneSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Tina Caul, (919) 665-8210
EXP Realty LLC
Ruth Ann Freeman, (919) 604-4107
EXP Realty LLC
Source: Doorify MLS, MLS#10170268
Also Listed on Doorify MLS, eXp Realty.

Price History for 213 Dowell Dr

DatePriceEventSource
06/01/2026$625,000PendingDoorify MLS #10170268
05/28/2026$625,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10170268
04/25/2026$590,000ListingRemovedeXp Realty #10155398
03/30/2026$590,000PendingDoorify MLS #10155398
03/26/2026$590,000Listed For SaleDoorify MLS #10155398
11/30/1976$42,500Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,959
Assessment$459,539
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 213 Dowell Dr

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.21
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$610,000
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3,803
0.18
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$600,000
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$750,000
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0.06
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$635,000
02/24/26
3
3
1,889
0.29
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$550,000
05/12/26
3
2
1,753
0.26
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$511,500
08/04/25
3
2
1,230
0.26
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$625,000
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1,997
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Cary

At least 1151 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Bob Smith
    "Traffic is light and the commute to downtown Raleigh is fairly easy and accessible. In Cary, there are numerous things to do and downtown Cary is a must see. "
  • Emmett Lichtenberger
    "It’s a great place for anyone to live in really, from families to singles. There’s something for everyone."
  • Unspecified
    "Cary Night Market. One Friday every month from March thru December Except in July. I simply love Cary and its vibe."
  • renee raiteri
    "There is access to public transportation, its a quiet peaceful area FILLED with great public parks, & lakes & miles and miles of trails! "
  • Clarkrichard.abrahams
    "Zoned for top rated public schools! Community has a pool, playground, a beautiful 2.5 acre pond that just had extensive renovations. Location is near several markets, drug stores, and dental/medical facilities, with a full hospital planned for completion in 4 years. Very diverse area with many families with children."
  • E.C.
    "Town of Cary events (especially youth and adult sports) help bring the community together through recreational sports and activities. All of the facilities and programming are top-notch."
  • Hayriye Aydin
    "Very friendly and welcoming for new comers. You feel safe and comfortable in your home. And neighbors are so nice and supportive "
  • Randy Arias
    "It is a lovely town and you feel secure living here. People are kind and nice. Everything is near and you can find a lot of stores"
  • Trulia User
    "Lot of dogs being walked around this community, everyone is friendly as well. Feel pretty safe around here as well. "
  • Sharon S
    "You’ll see people walking their dogs, and there are pickup stations throughout the neighborhood. All the neighbors use leashes and are friendly."
  • Clarkrichard.abrahams
    "There are many families with babies and toddlers. We are zoned for great public schools. We have a pool and playground. People are friendly!"
  • Momma
    "decent schools but still have the die amd GSR issues to be solved. good sports. good music and arts in area.,great parks. guess that is why it called the Containment Area for Relocated Yankees!"
  • Jennifer Blankenship
    "What is important is that Panthers Creek School has been capped for 4 years now which means your kids have to be bused off to school further away."
  • Jennifer Blankenship
    "My Husband was promoted to a different position with the bonus of having to move our entire family household. We have 1 Dog, 2 Cats, 5 Adult Children with the ages being between 29 years old to our youngest being 21 years old with our first Grandchild.The Neighborhood has a large range of houses for everyone budget."
  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is nice not a lot of stuff happens here and plus the state fair Is like 15 min from here"
  • Jennifer Blankenship
    "It is a nice neighborhood but the local schools for the actual neighborhood has been capped for 4 years. In order for your kids to go too a school they are bused out at least 10-15 minutes away."
  • Sophiembl63
    "My commute is very quick and easy access to everything. Traffic is light…Close to everything- 15-20 minutes from Apex/Raleigh/Durham. Love living here!"
  • Cream1
    "Cary is a safe town. "
  • Sarahbousquet
    "Very dog friendly town. We can walk to Bond Park and we always see people walking dogs every day in our neighborhood and into Bond. It’s cute to see so many dogs playing around the lake, running around the big field, trotting through walking trails. "
  • Pastorbobv
    "Beautiful, mature, trees and very well kept homes. Homes feel like they are in the forest. There are a lot of flowering shrubs throughout. "
  • Clarkrichard.abrahams
    "Neighborhood is a mile or less from 4 supermarkets, two pharmacies, and shopping center. Doctors and health clinics are less than 2 miles away."
  • MikeG
    "There are occasional events in the neighborhood, but the Town of Cary puts on a lot of events at the local lakes and parks."
  • Nytpdvcpvv
    "Bond lake events, Downtown Cary, Neighborhood food trucks, swim meets, neighborhood get togethers, events at Cary schools."
  • Bob Smith
    "My neighborhood is close to downtown Cary and public transportation. Raleigh is a 15 minute drive and close to interstate 40. "
  • Clarkrichard.abrahams
    "Great access to freeway and toll road via divided two lane streets. Downtown is a ten minute ride! We are located 2 minutes from RTP."
  • Gemimah Kerner
    "I live here for 23 years and I love it, is very close to everything, it is safe and beautiful. I riese my daughter here. This town cares about citizzens"
  • Crystelle Douglas
    "Not all areas have sidewalks or streets large enough to feel safe on the side of the road. Would be nice."
  • Direct.to
    "Location and approach to everything, shopping, pharmacy, doctors office, RTP and the airport. Close to everything and yet quite "
  • Sara E. A.
    "I love Cary, if feels like home, overall it is super safe and neighbors are super friendly and respectful, streets are clean and the greenways makes it even more fun and enjoyable to live here."
  • Rachael R.
    "Lots of dogs! . People walk them on the greenway. Owners are usually very friendly. I will really miss this neighborhood when I move. "
  • Chelsea H.
    "I have lived in Cary for 11 years and really appreciate how beautiful and well maintained it is. It is a great place to live, go for walks, and enjoy parks."
  • Brandonlpoteat
    "They would love everything about it. It’s very dog friendly. Lots of places to walk and dog waste areas. "
  • Clarkrichard.abrahams
    "Varies throughout the year - plenty of opportunities to get to know your neighbors. Also neighborhood spring yard sale annually, ice cream social at pool house in summer, fall neighborhood band and food truck (free tickets) at clubhouse,winter holiday weekend lunch event."
  • Rooneywynn
    "i’ve lived in cary for a year and a half and i love it. it’s a great location, there’s lots around, you’re close to everything and it’s pretty quiet. "
  • Christie W.
    "Not a ton of sidewalks but the streets are pretty low traffic. Lots of dogs so if your dog doesn’t like other dogs I would walk at least frequently traveled times. "
  • Anna J.
    "people walk their did all the time. perfect area for nice long dog walks. sidewalks. okkkkuuuurrrrrrrrrrrr"
  • Erin B. T.
    "Neighborhood parties every month. We also have impromptu get together when walking the dogs. Annual Christmas party, etc. "
  • Unmie G.
    "It’s a fairly new neighborhood. Convenient to so many shops, restaurants, entertainment, airport, etc, etc. great location to live in. Very clean, and beautiful. I love my home! "
  • Politicsasusual
    "Community Fairs for all ages , trick or trick is a big community event for kids as well as adults. The community really lights up during Halloween . And it’s always safe nothing gets out of hand which embodies the community spirit "
  • Paul V.
    "Arts and crafts festivals like spring daze in bond park and lazy daze in downtown Cary. Chinese lantern festival at koko booth theater. "

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Tina Caul, EXP Realty LLC
Agent Phone: (919) 665-8210
The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Copyright 2026 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.
213 Dowell Dr, Cary, NC 27511 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,490 sqft single-family home built in 1961. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Doorify MLS on May 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 10170268.