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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.

$225,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10190403 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This charming end-unit offers a hard-to-find combination of privacy, character, convenience, and low-maintenance living at an affordable price in booming Chatham County! Enjoy an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and fresh interior paint. The ranch-style layout provides easy one-level living. The spacious primary bedroom features an expansive walk-in closet. Unique details like stained glass, ceramic knobs, and custom hardware add warmth and character to the home. Outside, low-maintenance features include a metal roof, vinyl siding, encapsulated crawlspace, private gravel driveway, and recently refinished patio. Surrounded by 4+ acres of HOA maintained greenspace, the property feels like a private wooded oasis and lives much more like a single-family home than a traditional townhome or condo. Conveniently located along Manns Chapel Road near popular Briar Chapel and with direct access to Chapel Hill and Pittsboro, this unique property is ideally positioned in one of the Triangle's fastest growing areas. Whether you are looking for a primary residence, downsizing opportunity, or easy-to-maintain investment, this property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, location, and value. See Documents for a complete list of recent upgrades and improvements. See Documents for a complete list of recent upgrades and improvements.

82 Mannsfield Crescent Way, Pittsboro
$2,525,000
4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 10190404 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Privately sited on 1.26 acres adjoining the Falls Lake Preservation Area, this custom-built Chatsworth home offers a rare combination of privacy, thoughtful design and resort-style living in North Raleigh. One of the last homes built in The Overlook at Chatsworth, it is also among the newest in the neighborhood. Designed to live as beautifully as it shows, the home features a fully updated kitchen that opens seamlessly to the main living spaces and a screened porch with fireplace. A standout floor plan places both the primary suite and a private guest/in-law suite on the main level, offering true one-level living without sacrificing space. Upstairs, additional bedrooms, a theater room and generous bonus spaces allow this four-bedroom home to easily live like six. Custom millwork and woodwork throughout add warmth and character. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with a saltwater pool and spa, fire pit and outdoor cooking area surrounded by a fenced, level yard framed by mature trees. The pool area is accessible directly from the family room, primary suite and guest suite, with the guest bath thoughtfully positioned to serve as a pool bath. A rare four-car garage, circular drive and sealed walk-in crawl space complete a property that is exceptionally well designed for both everyday living and entertaining—all in a private setting bordering protected natural land. All bedrooms and bonus spaces on second floor have brand new carpet. Hardwoods on the main have been refinished prior to listing.

6025 Over Hadden Ct, Raleigh
$515,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190397 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Set on a spacious cul-de-sac lot in Durham's Crooked Creek neighborhood, this inviting 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a comfortable layout, thoughtful updates, and plenty of outdoor space. Step inside to a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and a functional center island offering plenty of space for food prep. From the kitchen, enjoy a pleasant view of the backyard while cooking or gathering. A separate dining room provides additional space for meals and entertaining, while a convenient main-level laundry area adds everyday functionality. Upstairs, the generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable private spaces, including a spacious primary bedroom updated in 2024 with fresh paint and wainscoting that adds character and charm. Major updates include a roof and HVAC system, both replaced in 2022. Outdoor living is another highlight, with a covered porch featuring a porch swing—the perfect spot to settle in with a good book throughout the year. A large deck overlooks the expansive fenced backyard, complete with a firepit and gardening area, offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoors. Situated on approximately 0.42 acres, this home combines space and privacy with convenient access to shopping, dining, and major roadways.

15 Creeks Edge Ct, Durham
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190392 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Hilltop Condominiums BLDG.
Convenient to grocery stores, shops, restaurants and the UNC Wellness Center, this lovely condo has it all. Spacious living and dining rooms, an updated kitchen, 3 bedrooms (currently configured as two bedrooms plus an office). 2.5 baths, and a lovely screened porch. It's close to UNC with public transportation nearby. There is one assigned covered parking space and multiple unassigned spaces in the rear of the building. This condo also has two storage closets on the ground level near the assigned parking space. HOA fee includes: Water, trash removal, recycling removal, landscaping, insurance for the condo, including inside walls and ceiling, maintenance of the common areas and the elevator, maintenance of the roof, contributions to the reserve fund.

431 W Barbee Chapel Rd, Chapel Hill
$299,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10190389 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Charming Colony Hill Townhome in a Prime Durham Location Welcome to this charming Colony Hill townhome, ideally located in one of Durham's most convenient areas - just minutes from I-40, I-85, and NC-147, with easy access to Target, Sandy Creek Park Trail, Downtown Durham, Duke University and Hospital, RTP, and RDU International Airport. The main level features a spacious family room with beautiful hardwood floors, a built-in bookcase wall, a painted-brick fireplace that creates a warm and inviting focal point, and track lighting. A bright sunroom with stunning skylights overlooks a tranquil, private wooded area, offering the perfect space for relaxing, reading, or working from home. The carpeted second floor features a spacious primary bedroom with an impressive built- in wall of closets and drawers, providing abundant storage, plus a second bedroom with a walk-in closet. A conveniently located laundry area sits right next to the bedrooms for added ease and functionality. Additional features include a new front-step deck, new exterior siding, fresh interior paint, and a kitchen updated with a new granite countertop, faucet, and sink. The property also offers two private parking spaces, as well as access to a community playground and a swimming pool available for a fee. With its prime location, peaceful wooded surroundings, numerous recent improvements, and attractive price, this townhome offers an appealing combination of privacy, comfort, convenience, and value.

63 Stoneridge Rd, Durham
$620,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10190289 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home in Apex's popular Sweetwater community. Designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining, this home features an open floor plan, flexible living spaces, private fenced backyard. The thoughtfully designed main level offers a seamless flow between the kitchen, spacious family room, and dining area, creating a bright , open, and connected living space perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a large and plenty of workspace for cooking and gathering. Beautiful hardwood flooring extends throughout both the first and second floors, creating a seamless and elegant flow throughout the home. A first-floor bedroom provides a convenient and comfortable space for guests, family members, or those seeking easy accessibility. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms offer direct access to the bathrooms for added comfort and convenience. The finished third floor includes a bathroom and flexible space that can be used as a fourth bedroom, bonus room, home office, media room, fitness area, or guest suite. Outside, the fenced backyard features beautiful landscaping and a large patio, creating a tranquil outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing and entertaining year-round. This home also includes numerous upgrades and thoughtful details that must be seen in person. Schedule your showing today so you do not miss this one. Sweetwater residents enjoy access to a clubhouse, fitness center, community pool, playgrounds, pocket parks, dog park, and walking trails. Sweetwater Town Center offers nearby dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences, with easy access to RTP, RDU International Airport, and Jordan Lake. Syndication Remarks: For questions or to submit an offer, contact Mathew Varghese at 919-672-9874 or email mathew0304@gmail.com. Financial Remarks: Please provide a prequal letter or proof of funds with the offer. Welcome to this beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home in Apex's popular Sweetwater community. Designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining, this home features an open floor plan, flexible living spaces, and a private fenced backyard. The thoughtfully designed main level offers a seamless flow between the kitchen, spacious family room, and dining area, creating a bright, open, and connected living space perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a large and plenty of workspace for cooking and gathering. Beautiful hardwood flooring extends throughout both the first and second floors, creating a seamless and elegant flow throughout the home. A first-floor bedroom provides a convenient and comfortable space for guests, family members, or those seeking easy accessibility. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms offer direct access to the bathrooms for added comfort and convenience. The finished third floor includes a bathroom and flexible space that can be used as a fourth bedroom, bonus room, home office, media room, fitness area, or guest suite. Outside, the fenced backyard features beautiful landscaping and a large patio, creating a tranquil outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing and entertaining year-round. This home also includes numerous upgrades and thoughtful details that must be seen in person. Schedule your showing today so you do not miss this one. Sweetwater residents enjoy access to a clubhouse, fitness center, community pool, playgrounds, pocket parks, dog park, and walking trails. Sweetwater Town Center offers nearby dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences, with easy access to RTP, RDU International Airport, and Jordan Lake. Syndication Remarks: For questions or to submit an offer, contact Mathew Varghese at 919-672-9874 or email mathew0304@gmail.com. Financial Remarks: Please provide a prequal letter or proof of funds with the offer.

1204 Russet Ln, Apex
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