816 Ralph Dr

Cary, NC 27511

$2,550,000
Price
4
Beds
4,410 Sq. Ft.
$578 / Sq. Ft.
4,410
Sq. Ft.
$578
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Thoughtfully crafted with timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and elevated design throughout, this custom residence offers a rare blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality in one of Cary's most desirable locations, just steps from Downtown Cary Park. Featuring 4,410 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, an office, media room, exercise room, recreation room, second-floor bar area, and a three-car garage, the home is defined by warm, curated finishes and a refined aesthetic throughout....Thoughtfully crafted with timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and elevated design throughout, this custom residence offers a rare blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality in one of Cary's most desirable locations, just steps from Downtown Cary Park. Featuring 4,410 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, an office, media room, exercise room, recreation room, second-floor bar area, and a three-car garage, the home is defined by warm, curated finishes and a refined aesthetic throughout. The exterior combines fiber cement siding, a brick foundation, an oak front door with transom, brick porch detailing, and dimensional roofing accented with standing-seam metal elements for enduring curb appeal. Perfectly positioned near Downtown Cary's celebrated restaurants, breweries, boutique shopping, entertainment venues, and year-round community events, the location offers an unparalleled blend of convenience, connectivity, and charm. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is appointed with custom cabinetry, soapstone and quartz countertops, a Wolf cooktop and range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, microwave drawer, and a Perlick beverage refrigerator at the bar. An adjoining scullery adds functionality with under-counter ice and wine refrigeration, stone backsplashes, and concealed ventilation integrated into the cabinetry. White oak hardwood floors flow throughout the main living spaces, including the family room, where custom built-ins flank a stone fireplace and a large-format door opens seamlessly to the covered outdoor living area. Thoughtful details such as French doors to the scullery, designer lighting, and integrated Sonos audio enhance both comfort and entertaining. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with white oak flooring, custom lighting, and a spa-inspired bath featuring a zero-entry Schluter shower system with overhead, wall-mounted, and handheld fixtures, heated tile floors, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, illuminated shower niches, and a custom-designed closet. Additional bedrooms and baths are equally well-appointed with custom cabinetry, quartz surfaces, tile showers, and quality finishes throughout. A second-floor laundry, media room, exercise room, and flexible gathering spaces provide exceptional versatility for modern living. Outdoor spaces are designed as a true extension of the home, anchored by a covered rear porch with stone flooring, a stone fireplace, electric shades, a Big Ass fan, and a Trex-deck outdoor kitchen complete with grill, sink, and refrigerator. Additional features include a Sonos system, security system, EV charger, elevated dog wash station, low-voltage landscape lighting, on-demand water heater, dual heat pumps, 10-foot ceilings on the main level, 9-foot ceilings upstairs, custom wood closet shelving, and premium construction standards throughout. Blending sophisticated design with inviting living spaces, this remarkable property offers an elevated lifestyle in one of the Triangle's most sought-after locations. Rarely does a home combine this level of quality, attention to detail, and proximity to Downtown Cary—creating an exceptional setting for entertaining, everyday living, and life's most memorable moments.
  1. Listed by Meghan Hammes • Hodge & Kittrell Sothebys INTE

Property Details for 816 Ralph Drive

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Subdivision
Greenwood Forest
LISTING UPDATED: 06/22/2026 03:08 PM

Property Details for 816 Ralph Drive

StatusActive
MLS #10134414
Days on Market232
Taxes$5,066 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2026
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountyWake County
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Building Information for 816 Ralph Drive

Stories2Year Built2026Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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$13,129 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,707

Property Taxes

$422

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 816 Ralph Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I-40, take the exit for Cary Parkway or US-1/64 toward Cary, and follow signs into downtown. Continue on Cary Parkway or Walnut Street toward the Greenwood Forest neighborhood. Turn onto Ralph Drive from Walnut Street and head south. 816 Ralph Drive will be on your right.
  • Subdivision Name: Greenwood Forest
  • Latitude: 35.775841
  • Longitude: -78.774059
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,065.93
  • City Limits Of: Cary
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 105
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Estimated Completion Date: 2026-08-01
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: Less Than 1 Year
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Cary Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - East Cary Middle
  • High School: Wake - Cary High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4410.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 076311770317000 0072722
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Photos Count: 8
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Lighting, Roof, Windows
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle, Metal
  • New Construction Type: Fiber Cement, Stone, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Natural Gas, None
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
  • Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities, Driveway, Garage, Fiber Cement, Stone
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator, Driveway, Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 816 Ralph Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 21, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,550,000—
Feb 21, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,100,000—
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,399,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/21/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,550,000
02/21/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,100,000
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10134414

$2,399,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 816 Ralph Drive

Taxable ValueLand$280,000Additions$308,722Total$588,722
Tax Record2025$5,066 ($422 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,879 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,879 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated2014ZoningR12CountyWAKEAPN0763.11-77-0317 0072722Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 816 Ralph Drive

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cary Elementary
Public - PK to 5
East Cary Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Cary High
Public - 9 to 12
Connections Academy
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Cary Elementary
PublicPK to 5

East Cary Middle School
Public6 to 8

Cary High
Public9 to 12

Connections Academy
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 816 Ralph Drive, Cary, NC 27511

816 Ralph Drive is a single family home for sale in Cary, NC 27511. This property was listed for sale on November 21, 2025 by Hodge & Kittrell Sothebys INTE, it's currently listed at $2,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 232 days and was last sold on November 10, 2025. This listing's school district is Wake County School District. Nearby schools include Cary Elementary, East Cary Middle School and Cary High. 816 Ralph Drive is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 4,410 sqft single family home built in 2026.

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