542 Tomkins Loop | MLS #10172056

Listing provided courtesy of ZUHAUS LLCMLS# 10172056

Enjoy Carefree Living In Carolina Preserve, Cary North Carolina's Premiere 55+ Adult Active Community. This Wonderful 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath ranch home has been Enhanced & Refreshed By Original Owner - Freshly Painted and Carpet Replaced Sept 2025 and April 2026, LVP Flooring installed May 2026. Nothing To Do But Move In! Enjoy The Flora & Fauna From Wonderful 3 Season Room With Sliding Windows/Screens and Custom Air Conditioning Unit. Dreamy Primary With Ensuite Complete with Upgraded Shower (replaced August 2025) and Generous Walk In Closet. Light-Filled Kitchen With Concealed Laundry Nook, Versatile Third Bedroom Features Custom Built In Desk, Office Cabinetry and Complementing Murphy Bed. Spacious, Fabulous Great Room That Is The Perfect Space To Gather! Custom Designed 2 Car Garage Equipped With Custom Built Ins And Cabinetry - The Ultimate In Storage & Organization! This flourishing 55+community boasts top-notch activities and amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, a full fitness center, bocce andtennis courts as well as dedicated spaces for art, pottery, billiards, cards, and games. It hosts numerous clubs, classes, community events, and social gatherings, providing ample opportunities for recreation, fitness, creativity, and volunteer i nvolvement. Residents enjoy miles of walking and biking trails that connect to Cary's trail system and the Tobacco Trail.Conveniently located near Duke and UNC hospitals, RTP, I-540, and, theatre & sports as well as fabulous eateries. Shared Bath Has Been Upgraded with seat & Grab Bars. Clothes Dryer replaced June 2023. Dishwasher replaced July 2024. Microwave replaced July 2025. Master shower replaced August 2025. Carpet in 2 Bedrooms replaced September 2025. Home has been professionally cleaned.

Source: Triangle MLS, MLS#: 10172056

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Property Type

Residential
Lot

0.12 acres

General

Association/HOA

Association Amenities: Billiard Room,Fitness Center,Game Room,Indoor Pool,Meeting Room,Pool,Recreation Room,Sport Court,Tennis Court(s)
Association Fee: 307
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
Association: true

School Information

Elementary School: Chatham - North Chatham Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
High School: Chatham - Seaforth High School

Building Information

New Construction: false
Year Built: 2009

Location/Region

Country: US
County Or Parish: Chatham
Subdivision Name: Carolina Preserve

Community/Development

Community Features: Fitness Center,Pool,Suburban,Tennis Court(s)

Tax Information

Tax Annual Amount: 4230.02

General Information

Parcel Number: 0087781
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Senior Community: true
Special Listing Conditions: Probate Listing,Seller Not Owner of Record

Interior

Parking Information

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: true

Beds/Baths

Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 0
Bathrooms Total: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3

Building Interior

Above Grade Finished Area: 1388
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Total: 1388
Building Area Units: Square Feet

General Information

Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven,Built-In Electric Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Free-Standing Electric Range,Free-Standing Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Washer/Dryer,Water Heater
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Fireplace Features: None
Fireplace: true
Flooring: Carpet,Simulated Wood,Tile,Wood
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter,Slab
Interior Features: Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Central Vacuum,Chandelier,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Granite Counters,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Master Downstairs,Recessed Lighting,Stone Counters,Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: In Kitchen,Inside,Laundry Closet,Main Level
Levels: One
Living Area: 1388
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms Total: 9
Window Features: Blinds

Exterior

Parking Information

Open Parking Spaces: 2
Open Parking: true
Parking Features: Attached,Concrete,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,On Street

Lot Information

Lot Features: Few Trees,Landscaped
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Area: 5227.2
Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

Building Exterior/Construction

Architectural Style: Cottage,Ranch
Attached Garage: true
Construction Materials: Shake Siding,Vinyl Siding
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed,Glass Enclosed,Patio,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened
Roof: Metal,Shingle
Structure Type: Site Built

General Information

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Fencing: None
Pool Private: false
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available

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History

Date	Event	Value	Agent
6/5/2026Source: Triangle MLS	Added to Database	June 05, 2026

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