Encompassing the essence of city living without compromising on space and privacy, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch on a little over half of an acre presents an exceptional opportunity to embrace a harmonious lifestyle in the heart of the city. Come and see this fixer-upper and imagine the possibilities! Cary Crossroads is just moments away, providing access to an array of shopping and dining options. Additionally, the property's easy access to Interstate 40 ensures effortless connectivity to surrounding areas, making commuting a breeze. SELLING PROPERTY AS-IS. SELLER TO MAKE NO REPAIRS OR CONCESSIONS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.61 acresLot Size
$237Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Aimee Gillespie• Better Homes & Gardens Real Es
Vintage brick ranch on nice level lot with massive oak trees. Located 1 mile from Cary Crossroads with easy access to to Western Blvd. , Cary & I-40. A little TLC can turn this good house into a great home. Sells 'AS Is'. Seller will make no repairs.
Public Records
Apr 29, 2008
Sold
$140,000
$101/sq ft
TMLS #733035
May 28, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Mar 15, 2004
Listed
$139,900
$101/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 2002
Sold
$105,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,719 (+0.4%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2024
$2,708 (+30.6%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2023
$2,074 (+7.6%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2022
$1,928 (+4.0%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2021
$1,853 (+1.8%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2020
$1,820 (+11.5%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2019
$1,632 (+6.0%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2018
$1,539 (+5.0%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2017
$1,467 (+2.1%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2016
$1,436 (−1.7%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2015
$1,461 (+5.4%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2014
$1,386 (+7.0%)
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2013
$1,296
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2012
$1,296 (+1.0%)
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2011
$1,283
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
Tax history for 617 Buck Jones Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,719 (+0.4%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2024
$2,708 (+30.6%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2023
$2,074 (+7.6%)
$112,500 + $197,011
$309,511
2022
$1,928 (+4.0%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2021
$1,853 (+1.8%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2020
$1,820 (+11.5%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2019
$1,632 (+6.0%)
$67,500 + $120,898
$188,398
2018
$1,539 (+5.0%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2017
$1,467 (+2.1%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2016
$1,436 (−1.7%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2015
$1,461 (+5.4%)
$56,250 + $82,821
$139,071
2014
$1,386 (+7.0%)
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2013
$1,296
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2012
$1,296 (+1.0%)
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
2011
$1,283
$60,000 + $79,169
$139,169
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.61 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
1,386
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wake County
APN
0773.12 86 8739 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-4
NCOD
Residential-4 District
Subject to the density restriction of 4 units per acre, R-4 allows single-unit living in a detached house with a minimum lot size of 10,000 sq ft.; Decreased minimum lot sizes are permitted as part of a compact development.; Additional building types, smaller lot sizes and increased density as part of a conservation development are allowed in exchange for preserving common open space.
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
Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Interior Features
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Room Information
Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Building Area Total: 1391.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1391.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: One
Ownership Type: Other
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.61
Lot Size Area: 0.61
Lot Size Dimensions: 110x289
Lot Size Square Feet: 26571.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 2073.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Propane
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Fee: 0.0
Association Fee 2: 0.0
School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Adams
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - Lufkin Road
High School: Wake - Athens Dr
Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
Directions: From 440 West. Take Exit 2B to Cary.Right onto Western Blvd. Left onto Jones Franklin Rd. Right onto Buck Jones Rd. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit. Property is on the left.
Latitude: 35.774171
Longitude: -78.734271
Postal Code: 27606
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,386
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Wake County
APN: 0773.12 86 8739 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2023-12-20
Documents Change Timestamp: 2023-11-21T11:41:58Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2023-11-21T11:41:57Z
Around this home
Schools
Adams Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Lufkin Road Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
9/10
Athens Drive High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
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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
62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Raleigh, NC • 27606
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$313,000 – $379,000
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