217 E Johnson St, Cary, NC 27513
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OFF MARKET

217 E Johnson St
Cary, NC 27513

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 625 sqft (on 0.36 acres)

$747,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,304/mo*
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$747,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,304/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
625 sqft
(on 0.36 acres)

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 217 E Johnson St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.36 acres
Living Area
625 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,196

About this House

Tiny House! Big Lot! 625 Sq Ft house on .36 flat, wooded acre. Across the street from Kingswood Elementary. Built in 1910. Block construction. Lots of potential. New homes are being built on this street. HOUSE IS SOLD AS IS - NO WARRANTY This is a guardian sale. The accepted offer will be posted at the Wake County Clerk of Court for 10 days for upset bid. Winning offer will be notified at the end of the 10 day period.

217 E Johnson St, Cary, NC 27513 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 625 sqft single-family home built in 1910. It last sold for $350,000 on Mar 24, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $747,800, with a rent estimate of $1,126/month.

Home Details for 217 E Johnson St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryer
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: VinylPorch

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.36 acres

Price History for 217 E Johnson St

DatePriceEventSource
03/24/2017$350,000Sold
Doorify MLS #2109892
09/14/2016$74,000Sold
Doorify MLS #2079936
07/21/2016$109,800Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/14/2005$163,000Sold
Doorify MLS #772739
09/08/2004$82,000Sold
N/A
03/16/2004$40,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Cary

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$600K
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$260
$3MoM
Available listings
601
33MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,721
Assessment$781,790
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 217 E Johnson St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
110 Penchant Ct, Cary, NC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$465,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,500
113 E Johnson St, Cary, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$930,000
10/24/25
2
1
1,440
8704 Chapel Hill Rd, Cary, NC
0.54
Single-Family Home
$460,000
06/26/26
2
2
981
415 Webster St, Cary, NC
0.61
Single-Family Home
$710,000
11/13/25
5
4.5
4,524
412 E Park St, Cary, NC
0.75
Single-Family Home
$560,000
07/14/26
2
1
1,113
114 Urban Dr, Cary, NC
0.51
Single-Family Home
$560,000
07/07/26
3
1
1,019
820 Northampton Dr, Cary, NC
0.31
Single-Family Home
$535,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,707
206 Hunter St, Cary, NC
0.54
Single-Family Home
$446,000
05/11/26
3
1
948
107 N Atley Ln, Cary, NC
0.45
Single-Family Home
$400,000
01/21/26
3
2
1,215
504 Kingswood Dr, Cary, NC
0.13
Single-Family Home
$640,000
07/24/26
3
2.5
2,362

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Cary

At least 1155 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

  • 52 % 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

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    "My commute to offices, schools, hospitals, doctors, grocery stores, dentists, restaurants is very convenient from this community. Walking distance to all these except the hospital. A good trail for outdoor walk. "
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    "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. "
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    "It’s a great place for anyone to live in really, from families to singles. There’s something for everyone."
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    "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."
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    "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."
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    "Very friendly and welcoming for new comers. You feel safe and comfortable in your home. And neighbors are so nice and supportive "
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    "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"
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    "Lot of dogs being walked around this community, everyone is friendly as well. Feel pretty safe around here as well. "
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    "There are many families with babies and toddlers. We are zoned for great public schools. We have a pool and playground. People are friendly!"
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  • 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."
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    "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."
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    "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!"
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    "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. "
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    "Beautiful, mature, trees and very well kept homes. Homes feel like they are in the forest. There are a lot of flowering shrubs throughout. "
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    "Neighborhood is a mile or less from 4 supermarkets, two pharmacies, and shopping center. Doctors and health clinics are less than 2 miles away."
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    "Lots of dogs! . People walk them on the greenway. Owners are usually very friendly. I will really miss this neighborhood when I move. "
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    "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."
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  • 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. "
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Frequently asked questions about 217 E Johnson St

  • What is 217 E Johnson St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 217 E Johnson St in Cary, NC is $747,800.
  • What is the price history for 217 E Johnson St?
    217 E Johnson St in Cary, NC last sold for $350,000 in March 2017.
  • Is Cary a buyer's or seller's market?
    Cary is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Cary?
    The median sale price in Cary is $600K. That is up $28.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 217 E Johnson St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 217 E Johnson St in Cary, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 217 E Johnson St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 E Johnson St in Cary, NC has laundry facilities.