Welcome to this well maintained 3-story transitional masterpiece, nestled on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot in Cary's coveted Preston Forest. With a thoughtfully designed living space, this home offers an exceptional blend of classic functionality and modern open living concepts. The layout of the first floor provides space for everyday living, from its kitchen with s/s appliances and granite countertops, the family focused living room with built-ins, a gas fireplace, and large wall of windows, and two separate rooms for dining and a study/office. The 2nd story includes a large bonus room, separate laundry room with sink and counter space and storage, a spacious bedroom with an attached full bathroom, 2 bedrooms with generously sized closets and a shared bathroom with shower and double vanity, and the master bedroom suite with large walk-in closet, sitting space, and master bathroom with double vanity, oversized tiled walk-in shower and whirlpool tub. The finished 3rd floor has ample living space, a finished full bathroom, and includes a spacious cedar closet and an additional storage room. The 3rd floor is a fantastic space to act as a media/entertainment room, or a nice private suite for guests to stay. The first floor sun room with wall to wall windows provides a seamless flow between the indoor living space and an exceptional outdoor entertaining zone with an oversized deck, grill with a natural gas hookup, a private garden with flex space, and a screened gazebo wired for electric. This is a rare opportunity to own a home within Preston Forest that integrates a timeless elegance, expansive space, and classic finishes with a floor plan tailored for effortless entertaining, and cozy everyday living. You don't want to miss this, close to grocery, shops, and medical facilities.
Executive living in Preston Forest, a country-club/golf community. 3 floors(725sf fin incl full bath on 3rd fl). Kitchen open to FRm and sunroom. All formals, plus 2 bonuses. Hrdwd floors on 1st. Extensive landscaping, 2-level deck, screened gazebo, manicured garden areas, cedar closet, mstr w/ sitting; surround-sound on 3rd and deck. Space for everyone's quiet time! Quiet cul-de-sac.
Public Records
Aug 30, 1993
Sold
$309,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1992
Sold
$58,500
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,310 (+2.2%)
$325,000 + $726,374
$1,051,374
2024
$8,131 (+32.0%)
$325,000 + $642,269
$967,269
2023
$6,159 (+3.9%)
$325,000 + $642,269
$967,269
2022
$5,929 (+2.1%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2021
$5,810 (−0.5%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2020
$5,841 (−2.2%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2019
$5,973 (+6.6%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2018
$5,605 (+4.1%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2017
$5,386 (+1.5%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2016
$5,304 (+8.6%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2015
$4,886 (+6.1%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2014
$4,607 (+4.9%)
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2013
$4,390 (+2.3%)
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2012
$4,291
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2011
$4,291
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
Tax history for 102 Alidade Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,310 (+2.2%)
$325,000 + $726,374
$1,051,374
2024
$8,131 (+32.0%)
$325,000 + $642,269
$967,269
2023
$6,159 (+3.9%)
$325,000 + $642,269
$967,269
2022
$5,929 (+2.1%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2021
$5,810 (−0.5%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2020
$5,841 (−2.2%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2019
$5,973 (+6.6%)
$175,000 + $437,699
$612,699
2018
$5,605 (+4.1%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2017
$5,386 (+1.5%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2016
$5,304 (+8.6%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2015
$4,886 (+6.1%)
$195,000 + $361,019
$556,019
2014
$4,607 (+4.9%)
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2013
$4,390 (+2.3%)
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2012
$4,291
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
2011
$4,291
$160,000 + $334,311
$494,311
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
3,722
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0744.04 72 9940 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
R20
Residential District
The R-20 district is established as a district in which the principal use of land is for low-density residential purposes, and is appropriate in areas where the Comprehensive Plan supports very low or low density residential use. All development in the R-20 district shall be required to utilize public utilities. The minimum lot area is 20,000 sq ft, and the maximum density allowed is 2.17 units per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
Feb 12, 2023 • Final
Hvac change out residential
Install mechanical and electrical heating and air conditioning equipment.
HVAC
Nov 30, 2016 • Final
Hvac change out residential
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street, Paved
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Whirlpool Tub
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Room Information
Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Building Area Total: 3775.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Foundation Details: Permanent
Exterior Features: Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Roof: Shingle
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 3775.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels: Three Or More
Other Structures: Gazebo
Land Information
Vegetation: Cleared, Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Square Feet: 20038.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 8130.55
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: VA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Name: CAS
Association Amenities: None
Association Fee: 450.0
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Weatherstone
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Davis Drive
High School: Wake - Green Hope
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From Hwy 55 take High House Road EAST. Turn RIGHT at the light onto Legault Drive. Turn LEFT onto Schubauer Dr, then turn LEFT onto Benedetti Ct. Then a final LEFT onto Alidade Ct, home is on the RIGHT.
Latitude: 35.791076
Longitude: -78.838334
Postal Code: 27513
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,722
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Wake County
APN: 0744.04 72 9940 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 11, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Sink, Washer Hookup
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2025-09-03
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-07-23T13:48:33Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-06-26T13:01:16Z
Around this home
Schools
Weatherstone Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Davis Drive Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Green Hope High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Cary, NC • 27513
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.23M – $1.49M
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