Front of 205 Bethabara Lane, a two-story home with a two-car garage and mature trees
New listing in Olde Salem, Cary

205 Bethabara Lane, Cary

Cary, NC 27513. Five bedrooms, a fenced quarter acre, and top-rated schools down the street.

$694,900$248 per sq ft  |  MLS #10194047
  • 5Bedrooms
  • 2.5Baths
  • 2,805Sq ft
  • 0.27Acres
Schools9 · 10 · 10

Laurel Park Elementary, Salem Middle and Green Hope High, rated 9, 10 and 10 out of 10 on GreatSchools. Elementary and middle are both under a mile away.

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A note from Rich

Five bedrooms in this part of Cary don't come along often. This one has the yard to match.

Hardwoods through the main level, a big cherry kitchen with granite, an island and gas range, a living room with a gas fireplace, and French doors out to the deck. There's a dedicated office downstairs, plus formal dining for the holidays you'll inevitably end up hosting.

Upstairs, all five bedrooms live on one floor, including a primary suite with a frameless glass tiled shower and a soaking tub. Out back, a fenced yard with garden beds and room to actually throw a ball. Fresh paint, a 2022 roof, and you can walk to the elementary and middle school. I'd move fast on this one.

Rich
5bedrooms

Plus an office on the main level. Here's what else you're getting:

  • Fenced 0.27-acre yard
  • Deck + garden beds
  • Roof replaced 2022
  • Fresh interior paint
  • 2-car attached garage
  • Fridge, washer + dryer
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The layout

Room for everybody, and then some

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2,805 sq ft on two floors.

Upstairs

All five bedrooms on one floor
  • Primary suite with crown molding, three windows and double doors into the bath.
  • Primary bath with a frameless glass tiled shower (bench and handheld), soaking tub and granite double vanity.
  • Four more bedrooms for guests, a gym, a playroom, hobbies or a second office.
  • Hall bath with a granite double vanity, so the morning rush isn't a hostage situation.
Rich's takeFive bedrooms all on the same floor, plus an office downstairs. Nobody's banished to a bonus room over the garage, and everyone's got a door that closes.
Primary bath with frameless glass tiled shower and soaking tub
Primary bedroom with double doors to the bathPrimary bath granite double vanity
Features

The details buyers ask about

The stuff that's easy to miss on a showing and expensive to add later.

Inside

  • Hardwood floors on the main level
  • Granite counters, island and pantry
  • Gas range, warming drawer, ice maker
  • Gas log fireplace
  • Crown molding and high ceilings
  • Fridge, washer and dryer included

Systems

  • Roof replaced in 2022
  • Zoned central air, forced-air gas heat
  • Smart thermostat
  • Built-in sound system
  • Gas water heater
  • Public water and sewer

Outside

  • Level 0.27-acre lot
  • Wood-fenced backyard
  • Deck, patio and front porch
  • Raised garden beds
  • 2-car attached garage
  • Brick and vinyl exterior, built 2005
"Walk to school, work from the office downstairs, grill on the deck. That's the whole pitch."
Rich Burghgraef
Schools

Assigned schools

Currently assigned Wake County public schools, as listed in the MLS.

9/10
GreatSchools rating

Laurel Park Elementary

Grades PK to 5. About 0.5 mi.

School profile
10/10
GreatSchools rating

Salem Middle

Grades 6 to 8. About 0.7 mi.

School profile
10/10
GreatSchools rating

Green Hope High

Grades 9 to 12. About 3.6 mi.

School profile

Wake County assigns schools by address, assignments can change, and some schools have enrollment caps. Confirm current assignment for this address with WCPSS at wcpss.net.

Neighborhood

What's around you

Olde Salem sits on the Cary side of the Cary/Apex line, which means you get both downtowns, a big park and plenty of greenway within a few minutes.

  • Olde Salem streets

    Sidewalks and curbs throughout, with a light HOA ($110 every six months).

    In the neighborhood
  • Laurel Park Elementary + Salem Middle

    Both assigned schools are under a mile away.

    ~0.5 to 0.7 mi
  • Apex Community Park + lake

    Lake loop trail, playgrounds, ballfields and picnic shelters.

    ~1 mi
  • Grocery + everyday errands

    Multiple grocery stores and shopping centers within a couple of miles.

    ~2 mi
  • Beaver Creek Commons

    Big shopping center with restaurants and a movie theater.

    ~3 mi
  • Downtown Apex

    Salem Street shops, restaurants and the Peak City events calendar.

    ~3 mi
  • Downtown Cary Park + Fenton

    Concerts, the dog park, dining and shopping.

    ~5 mi
  • American Tobacco Trail

    The 22-mile rail trail, with trailheads a short drive west.

    ~6 mi
  • Jordan Lake

    Boating, beaches and lake days.

    ~12 mi

Distances are approximate driving miles. Walk Score is 33, so plan on a car for most errands; the schools and sidewalks are the walkable perk.

Commute

How far is it, really?

Close to US-1/64, NC-55 and NC-540, so RTP, Raleigh and RDU are all realistic daily drives. Tap any card for the live route from the front door.

Times are approximate off-peak drive times. Rush hour on US-1, I-40 and NC-540 can add 10 to 20 minutes, so check your actual route and time of day.

Monthly cost

What would it cost per month?

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Olde Salem HOA
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Good to know

Straight answers before you ask

The things buyers usually find out on the third showing. I'd rather you know now.

How old is the roof?

Replaced in 2022. The home was built in 2005, and the interior was freshly painted for the sale. Ask me about other system ages and I'll get you real answers.

What does the HOA cost?

About $110 every six months to the Olde Salem HOA, which covers common-area grounds maintenance. No pool or clubhouse, but also no big monthly dues.

Is the backyard really fenced?

Yes. Wood privacy fencing with a gate, on a level lot with a deck, patio and raised garden beds.

Where's the office?

On the main level, separate from the living areas. That's in addition to the five upstairs bedrooms.

How close are the schools?

Laurel Park Elementary is about half a mile and Salem Middle is about 0.7 miles away. Always confirm current assignment with WCPSS.

What financing works?

The sellers will consider cash, conventional, FHA, VA and 1031 exchange offers.

For buyer's agents

The quick sheet

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List price
$694,900
MLS #
10194047 (Doorify)
On market
Sept 21, 2026
Type
Single-family, 2 stories
Beds / baths
5 / 2 full, 1 half
Heated sq ft
2,805
Lot
0.27 ac, level, fenced
Year built
2005 (roof 2022)
HOA
$110 semi-annual
Taxes
$5,567/yr
Tax value
$613,264
Zoning
R8-C
Parking
2-car attached + driveway
Foundation
Crawlspace
Terms
Cash, Conv, FHA, VA, 1031
Schools
Laurel Park ES, Salem MS, Green Hope HS
Kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite island and stainless appliances
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