Blakeley sits in a 55+ community where people look for low-maintenance living with the ease of a townhome or luxury ranch-style home, and here you get things like a slab foundation, a two-car garage with front entry, and epoxy garage floors for easy cleaning, which is handy, and you'll notice that the lot sizes aren't very big-about 0.13 acres or just under 6,000 square feet-so you don't have to worry much about yard work because the HOA fee covers things like structure maintenance, road work, and even storm water management, which can be a relief over the years. People who like outdoor spaces will find both patios and covered porches for sitting or gathering, and there's an underground sprinkler system for the lawn, so you don't even have to fuss with watering, and inside these houses, there's usually features like high ceilings, a living and dining room combination, gas log fireplaces, and built-in cabinets, so you've got plenty of storage for books and things, and bedrooms that come with walk-in closets and primary suites on the first floor, which many folks find easier as they get older, plus main bathrooms often have both soaking tubs and walk-in showers, along with double vanities and a separate water closet for a bit of privacy. The kitchen is built for people who like to cook or entertain, since it has solid surface counters, a pantry, eat-in space, gas cooktop, and built-in wall oven and microwave, plus stainless steel appliances and chiffon cabinets, which give it a clean feel, and laundry is simple with accessible washer and dryer right inside the home. There's a bonus loft on the second floor and walk-in attic storage, which is useful if you want space for guests or maybe a hobby area, and if you have visitors, there's a guest bedroom with a full bathroom on the main level so nobody has to climb stairs if they don't want to.
This community is monitored by a RING security system for peace of mind, and part of the draw here is how close you are to things like the Cary YMCA, which is right next door-meaning residents can use the swimming pool, fitness spaces, clubs, and even camps if grandkids visit, while outdoor types find walking trails onsite and easy access to places like Turkey Creek, Fred Bond Park, and Prestonwood Country Club if you golf or just like a scenic stroll. Residents don't have to stress about daily upkeep because there's services for housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, and move-in coordination, not to mention a concierge on site. The daily living support includes help with things like activities of daily life and medication management, and for those who need it, there's 24-hour supervision and a call system for safety. Activities are planned and run by both staff and residents, ranging from arts, games, music programs, and movie nights to outdoor events and scheduled fitness programs in the on-site fitness room, not to mention a library and wellness room for those who want a bit more peace and quiet. The dining program means residents can eat in a dining room with restaurant-style service, all-day options, and meal plans for special diets, including diabetes-friendly choices and allergy sensitivity needs, plus meal prep and service if you don't want to cook. The neighborhood features a mix of single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built recently around 2017 by Lennar, a builder known for new homes, and each place usually has carpet, hardwood, or tile flooring depending on your taste, ceiling fans to keep cool, and smooth tray ceilings for a classic look. The street and stormwater maintenance is included as part of the HOA, and the zoning is residential, so you're surrounded by folks looking for a similar age-friendly and quiet place that's just a quick trip to Park West Village or Stone Creek Village for shopping, dining, or a movie. The homes in Blakeley typically start in the $360,000s, and residents can meet with on-site new home counselors if they want to buy or sell within the community, and the area-known as Blakeley Phase 1-focuses on keeping senior living comfortable and as worry-free as possible while giving easy access to trails, community events, and all of Cary's local resources.
