$899,900

Perfectly positioned just moments from the charm of downtown Cary and the vibrant dining, shopping and entertainment of Fenton, 542 Walnut Street is a beautifully crafted custom home that blends timeless architecture with sophisticated modern living. This home offers the ideal blend of elegance, comfort and convenience. Inside, natural… Read More hardwood floors flow throughout the home, with custom millwork, and wainscoting creating a warm and timeless aesthetic. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and a spacious 3rd floor bonus room, offering exceptional flexibility for a media room, home office, fitness space, playroom, or sixth bedroom. A main-level guest suite with adjacent full bath provides ideal versatility for visitors, multigenerational living, or a private office. At the heart of the home, is an impressive gourmet kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Anchored by a professional-grade 36 BlueStar range complemented by a sleek high-efficiency hood, premium stainless steel appliances, beautiful quartz countertops, and a generous workspace, this chef's kitchen is as functional as it is stunning. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living areas where the inviting family room serves as the centerpiece of the home, highlighted by a cozy fireplace, custom built-in bookcases, and expansive windows that bring the beauty of the surrounding landscape indoors. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a spa-inspired ensuite bath and an expansive walk-in closet. Well-proportioned secondary bedrooms, a conveniently located laundry room, and a versatile bonus room complete the upper level, offering spaces that adapt beautifully to modern lifestyles. Step outside to your own private backyard oasis. Relax in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit beneath the stars, or enjoy quiet evenings on the patio overlooking the beautifully landscaped, fenced yard. Surrounded by mature trees for exceptional privacy, the expansive homesite also includes a cohesively appealing 8x12 shed for added storage. Conveniently located near RTP, RDU Airport, and major commuter routes, this property also offers easy access to public transit. Ideally located within walking distance to downtown Cary and Fenton and just around the corner from Harris Teeter, restaurants, Cary Swim Club and Cary High School. * No HOA fees*. Read Less

Courtesy of The NC Real Estate Firm, LLC, Rhonda Benkiel, 919-801-7951.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Oct 6, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,844

Lot Size

0.43 Acres

Year Built

2017

MLS Number

10184401

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Water Purifier

Building

Building Area Total: 2844, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Radiant Barrier, Stone, Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 2844, Other Structures: Shed(s), Structure Type: House, Site Built, Year Built: 2017

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Cooling

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned, Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Screened

Fence

Fencing: Back Yard, Perimeter, Vinyl

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Heatilator

Floors

Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: Natural Gas, Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Solar Tube(s), Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wired for Sound

Laundry

Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level

Lot

Lot Features: Back Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Partially Cleared, Private, Wooded, Lot Size Acres: 0.43, Lot Size Area: 18730.8, Lot Size Square Feet: 18730.8, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 0763873403

Parking

Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: Trees/Woods, Zoning: R8CU

Roof

Roof: Shingle

Sewer

Sewer: Public Sewer

Spa

Spa Features: Above Ground, Fiberglass, Spa Included

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 7990

Utilities

Water Source: Public

Windows

Window Features: Blinds, Insulated Windows

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