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About this home
Welcome to 521 Ansley Ridge Place in Blakeford, a sought after Cary neighborhood known for its custom-home character and convenient location. Built in 2023 by Wardson Construction, this beautifully appointed home combines quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and modern comfort on a private, wooded cul-de-sac lot. Double wood front doors open to inviting interiors featuring beamed ceilings, site-finished oak hardwoods, custom millwork, statement lighting, and abundant natural light. The open-concept living area features a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, and in-ceiling speakers, flowing into a stunning kitchen with ceiling-height custom cabinetry, Cambria quartz countertops, a 36-inch six-burner gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, walk-in pantry, and butler's pantry with wine refrigerator. A spacious breakfast area overlooks the wooded backyard, while a formal dining room, dedicated study with custom paneled walls, main-level guest suite with full bath, and mudroom with custom bench and cubbies complete the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a spa-inspired bath featuring a freestanding tub, oversized shower, and dual closets. Three additional bedrooms, a spacious bonus/game room with surround sound, and a laundry room with cabinetry and sink provide flexibility for everyday living. The unfinished third-floor walk-up offers exciting potential for future expansion, with more than $36,000 in improvements already completed, including framing, wiring, plumbing, electrical, and drywall, plus an additional HVAC line set for future use. Outdoor living shines with a covered rear porch featuring a fireplace, overlooking the fully fenced backyard with wooded views and evergreen screening for added privacy. Additional highlights include a three-car garage with epoxy flooring and storage cabinetry, sealed crawlspace, Trane dual-zone gas HVAC system, tankless water heater, 30-year architectural roof shingles, gutter guards, plantation shutters, and Ring home alarm system. Enjoy convenient access to Swift Creek Greenway, Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve, Jack Smith Park, Lochmere Golf Club, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, LifeTime Fitness, and the Kraft Family YMCA. Waverly Place and Crossroads Plaza offer nearby shopping and dining, while Penny Road Elementary is approximately half a mile away. With easy access to Downtown Cary and major Triangle community routes, this distinctive home offers an appealing blend of refined living, spacious interiors, and everyday convenience
Single-familyProperty Type
2023Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$337Price/Sq.Ft.
$107/moHOA Dues
3 car garageParking
Listed by Christina Valkanoff• Christina Valkanoff Realty Group
Listed by Courtney Hornback• Christina Valkanoff Realty Group
East Cary, located between Downtown Cary and Walnut Street, is a residential and mixed-use Cary neighborhood with tree-lined streets and a rail-adjacent, small-town grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Academy Street and Chatham Street area, where patios, coffee counters, and local storefronts set a steady, walkable rhythm. Architectural cues lean toward mid-century ranches, updated cottages, and newer townhomes near the core. Bond Brothers Beer Company and The Cary Theater act as cultural anchors for evenings and weekends. The Downtown Cary Park adds a central green for concerts, play, and open-air lounging. Greenway links and pocket parks stitch the area into daily routines.
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Offer insights
521 Ansley Ridge Pl · $1,340,000
$1.34M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.34M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
8 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Insulated, low-emissivity windows with plantation shutters and screens
Custom Built by WARDSON CONSTRUCTION. 5 beds 4.5 baths, Owners suite up & guest suite on main. 3 car garage, unf 3rd floor, covered porch over looking a well landscaped lot! Gourmet kitchen/large famaly room/breakfast room all one open space. Great for famaly gatherings & entertaining friends. Mud room, butlers pantry, walk in pantry, Study, Separate dining room. The private owners suite has luxurious finishes. All bedrooms have direct bath access. Huge Bonus! Energy Star!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,259 (+2.0%)
$230,000 + $964,558
$1,194,558
2024
$10,059 (+192.1%)
$230,000 + $967,285
$1,197,285
2023
$3,444 (+104.0%)
$230,000 + $967,285
$1,197,285
2022
$1,688
$175,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.75
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2023
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,916
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,916
Year built
2023
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0761.09 16 9222 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
R12CU
MUOD-N
WATERSHED PROTECTION OVERLAY
Residential District-Conditional Use
The R-12 district is established as a district in which the principal use of land is for single-unit dwellings, and is appropriate in areas where the Comprehensive Plan supports very low, low or medium density residential use. The regulations of this district are intended to discourage any use that would substantially interfere with the development of single-unit dwellings and that would be detrimental to the quiet residential nature of the district. The minimum lot area is 12,000 sq ft, and the maximum densityallowed is 3.63 units per acre.
Zone overlays
Mixed Use Overlay Dist
Watershed Protection Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
May 12, 2024 • Final
Bldg- new sngl fam detached
New construction
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.
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 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cary, NC • 27518
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Cary. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 521 Ansley Ridge Pl
$1,340,476
$476 over list price of $1.34M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $880K to $1.5M.