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Active 55+ and Seniors

With its moderate climate, affordable cost of living and excellent medical care, our region is a popular place to retire. North Carolina ranks 9th nationally in residents who are 65 and older, and within five years 1 in 5 residents will be at least 65.

At Local Market Realty, we are dedicated to serving the older members of our community, whether they are selling their home or buying something new. Both Michele Burris and Sue Fox are certified as Seniors Real Estate Specialists, and between us we have 35 years of experience.

Each year, we help people from around the country retire to beautiful homes in Chapel Hill, Cary, Durham, Chatham County and the surrounding areas. There are many thriving Active 55+ communities here, featuring both new construction and resales of homes. We know them all, as well as the well-regarded network of independent and assisted-living homes in our area.

Even if you are interested in buying a new home in a development, it pays to use a buyer’s agent. We are strong advocates for our buyers, and we hold the builder accountable to make sure you get the home you want at a fair price. With years of experience in new construction, we can help you secure the precise floor plan, lot, and any changes you need, as well as the best price. Sometimes we can even negotiate extras like appliance packages and other upgrades, depending on how well the community is selling – which we will research for you. As a new buyer, you need someone experienced on your side. Builders are interested in selling their product quickly; we are interested in protecting our buyers!

We also help older residents prepare to sell their homes. Selling a longtime home can be overwhelming. When it’s time to downsize, people are often unsettled by the prospect of organizing, packing up, repairing and selling the house. They may need help finding a new home, or deciding on a 55-plus community or assisted-living home. 

Our experienced and caring agents make it easy. We have a long list of trusted de-cluttering and staging experts, estate sale companies, movers, attorneys, tax and estate planners, lenders and anything else you could need. We will sell your home for the maximum price with the minimum stress.

$438,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10191450 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your DREAM HOME! Discover this gorgeous home in desirable Carlton Park Subdivision. 2953 Britmass Dr. is located on a corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac street and has a stunning open concept floor plan perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. You will appreciate cooking in the kitchen with a center island, granite, tile backsplash and stainless appliances. There is a spacious owner's suite that offers convenient main floor living and includes a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks, a relaxing soaking tub, a separate shower, water closet and a large walk-in closet. Enjoy your meals in the bright dining room with crown molding and plantation shutters. Upstairs are 3 more spacious bedrooms, one with built-ins so could easily be used as a bonus room, a full bath with dual sink vanity and linen closet and a walk-in attic for storage. Relax on the screened porch or grilling and dining on the outdoor patio in the fenced backyard. 2 car garage, security system, and easy commute to downtown Raleigh.

2953 Britmass Dr, Raleigh
$369,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10191479 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this desirable end-unit townhome in Autumn Woods! New Roof and New HVAC in 2026! This well-maintained home offers an open, inviting floor plan with abundant natural light, engineered hardwoods, new carpet, and just freshly painted throughout. The spacious kitchen features generous counter and cabinet space, pantry storage, black appliances, microwave, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer convey. The adjoining family room includes a natural gas fireplace and crown molding, while the sealed, climate-controlled crawl space provides valuable storage and peace of mind. Step outside to the oversized deck—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers two generous walk-in closets, a garden tub/shower, and dual vanity. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, roommate, or flex space, with a nice guest bath. Additional features include a one-car garage, storage room off the deck, pull-down attic access, and crawl-space storage. Conveniently located with quick access to I-440, I-540, Cary, NC State, the Lenovo Center, Downtown Raleigh, and North Hills. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of an established, small, and well-manicured community. New Stove, Microwave and Dryer 2026

4714 Lawhorn St, Raleigh
$575,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10191476 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Privacy, space and convenience come together at 1237 Hillingdon Way. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is tucked at the end of a quiet North Raleigh cul-de-sac and offers the added benefit of no city taxes. Set on a deep, wooded lot with a natural area beyond, it feels peaceful and private while keeping everyday conveniences just minutes away. Inside, a first-floor primary suite offers easy everyday living, while hardwood floors add warmth and character throughout the main living areas. Fresh interior paint creates a bright, refreshed feel. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, refreshed cabinetry and a farmhouse sink, making it equally inviting for everyday meals and entertaining. The primary bath has also been updated with a spacious tiled shower, built-in bench, double vanity and additional storage. A large bonus room adds exceptional flexibility. Custom built-ins and a distinctive wood accent wall give the space character, while existing plumbing provides the option for a future bar or kitchenette. Use it as a media room, home office, playroom, hobby space, additional gathering area or even a bedroom—the possibilities are plentiful. Out back, a recently replaced deck overlooks mature trees and a peaceful wooded backdrop. The generous lot offers a level of privacy that can be difficult to find in North Raleigh, creating an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. The home has also benefited from significant improvements, including replacement windows throughout in 2022, a 2015 roof, Trane HVAC systems, a Generac whole-home generator, recent roof flashing and water-shield improvements, landscaping and tree work, and beautifully restored hardwood floors and wood trim. Despite its tucked-away setting, the location keeps shopping, dining and daily essentials within easy reach. Target, Publix, Whole Foods, Home Depot, HomeGoods and an abundance of North Raleigh favorites are just a short drive away. With wooded privacy, a first-floor primary suite, flexible living space, thoughtful updates and no city taxes, 1237 Hillingdon Way offers a combination that is increasingly hard to find in North Raleigh.

1237 Hillingdon Way, Raleigh
$564,900
3 Baths ⋅ 10191475 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Lovingly Maintained Home in Sought-After Granite Falls featuring a Saltwater Pool! This beautiful home offers 5 bedrooms (including one on the main level), 3 full bathrooms, a spacious bonus/loft area, and a dedicated home office. The well-appointed kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, white soft-close cabinetry, recessed and pendant lighting, and a large center island with a farmhouse sink. The kitchen opens to the spacious family room, creating an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include a welcoming foyer and a cozy gas log fireplace. The primary suite offers dual vanities, tile flooring, a walk-in tile shower, and an oversized walk-in closet. The upstairs bonus/loft provides excellent flexible living space, while the main-level living room could also serve as a home office—you decide! Enjoy relaxing on the rocking chair front porch or entertaining on the grilling deck and pool deck overlooking the private hybrid saltwater pool, complete with a cover and fenced backyard. Ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home backs to HOA-owned land with a creek behind, providing added privacy and peace of mind. Granite Falls offers outstanding community amenities, including a community pool, fitness center, and walking trails, all included in the monthly HOA dues. **Showings begin Friday 7/24 @ 8:30 a.m.**

508 Granite View Dr, Rolesville
$2,499,999
6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 10191474 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Completely rebuilt in 2025, 814 Tyrrell Road offers a combination that is increasingly difficult to replicate in North Hills: more than 5,300 square feet of custom living space on a .36-acre corner homesite at a cul-de-sac, with a fully fenced backyard, room for a future pool and no HOA — all within one of Raleigh's most established and sought-after neighborhoods. Step inside and the scale of the home immediately reveals itself. A dramatic 19-foot entry hall crowned by a designer chandelier opens to expansive, light-filled interiors designed around volume, natural light and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Wide-plank hardwood floors, designer lighting and oversized windows carry throughout three finished levels with six bedrooms, six full baths, a newly redesigned powder room and spaces created for both gathering and retreat. At the heart of the home is a spectacular chef's kitchen where ceilings soar to approximately 20 feet. Custom walnut cabinetry, waterfall quartz countertops, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances and an oversized island with seating for five create a space as beautiful for everyday living as it is for entertaining. A walk-in pantry and separate scullery with a second refrigerator and dishwasher provide exceptional prep and storage space while keeping the main kitchen effortlessly guest-ready. Indoor and outdoor living flow naturally together. Expansive windows bring the surrounding greenery into the home, while a heated and cooled all-seasons room and multiple decks create places to enjoy the property throughout the year. The primary suite is a private retreat with abundant natural light, a spa-inspired bath, expansive custom walk-in closet and its own private deck overlooking the backyard — an intimate outdoor escape for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. Five additional bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility for everyone, with four featuring private en-suite baths. Custom Closets by Design systems maximize organization throughout, while frameless glass finishes the home's bathrooms with a clean, contemporary aesthetic. A dedicated home office and separate second-floor flex room, currently used as a home gym, mean work, wellness and everyday living each have a space of their own. The finished third level creates another destination entirely, with an oversized recreation room and full bath ideal for movie nights, gaming, guests or a private hangout. Substantial additional unfinished space provides exceptional storage and future flexibility. Outside is where 814 Tyrrell becomes especially hard to duplicate. The .36-acre corner homesite provides the breathing room so many newer homes cannot — a fully fenced lawn with space to play, entertain, garden and create a future pool. A large electrified garden building offers even more potential: keep it as substantial storage or transform it alongside a future pool into a cabana, pool house, studio or outdoor recreation space. Fresh landscaping and a newly installed tempered bluestone walkway complete the home's polished arrival. And then there is the lifestyle. North Hills and Midtown Raleigh's dining, shopping, fitness and entertainment are just minutes away, while North Hills Park, neighborhood recreation and nearby schools place many of the rhythms of everyday life remarkably close to home. 814 Tyrrell is for the buyer who doesn't want to choose. New construction without giving up the character and convenience of an established neighborhood. More than 5,300 square feet without sacrificing a meaningful backyard. Sophisticated spaces for entertaining alongside rooms designed for real everyday life. Privacy and room to breathe, with North Hills just outside your door. This is modern North Hills living — with the space to truly live it.

814 Tyrrell Rd, Raleigh
$265,150
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10191473 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Incredibly well kept and updated Townhome in one of the most convenient locations near Raleigh downtown. The owner hasn't spare expenses in updating this gorgeous residence with lots of high-end improvements like high quality laminate wood flooring downstairs, porcelain tiled showers with modern sliding glass doors and plumbing fixtures upstairs, newer and modern toilets and vanity cabinets with Level 5 Quartz countertops, totally remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, full height white subway tiles backsplash and white matching appliances, crown molding throughout the first floor, modern recessed ceiling lights, internally wired for TV and entertainment equipment, solid wood stair steps, fairly new carpet upstairs, totally remodeled bathroom upstairs with quality porcelain tile flooring, small patio with separate storage room and many other features. Covered front porch and upgraded electronic door lock. This home had already been recently painted throughout with the most desirable Sherwin Williams color Agreeable Gray for maximum appeal. It'll will be very hard to find another property in this condition at this price and so close to everything important in Raleigh. If desired,existing quality furniture is available for sale as a separate priced package.

725 Charleston Rd, Raleigh
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