Market Report - Holly Springs Area Southwest Cary NC

Holly Springs Area New Home Inventory Down 39%

Homebuyers have fewer choices - New Home Listings Down Significantly

Looking for a new home in Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, or southwest Cary NC?  Thinking the choices have gotten a little thinner?  You're right....

New Home inventory in Holly Springs Area and Southwest Cary was down 39% in November 2009 versus November 2008.

New Home Listings by Price Point in Holly Springs/SW Cary/Fuquay Varina

There was less Cary/Holly Springs/Fuquay Varina new home inventory in every price point except for the million dollar plus range, which increased from 6 to 10 homes. 

No single family new homes were available under $150,000 in Cary/Holly Springs/Fuquay Varina.

The $500-599K price range had the most significant reduction of Holly Springs Area new home choices - from 47 homes in 2008 to only 23 homes in third quarter 2009, a new home inventory reduction of 51%. 

Holly Springs area new homes in the $600-799K range saw a 46% reduction in inventory levels.

And new home listings in the $400-499K price range saw a 45% reduction, from 88 homes to 48 homes, while Holly Springs area new homes in the $300-399K price range saw a 43% reduction in available homes, from 133 homes to 76 homes. 

Overall New Home Listings in Cary/Holly Springs/Fuquay Varina November 2009

On December 1, 2008, there were 602 new homes listed in the Holly Springs Area Southwest Cary area.

On December 1, 2009, there were only 366 new homes listed in the Holly Springs Area Southwest Cary area.

Builders are building fewer homes, and more home buyers are opting for completely custom packages, in every price point. 

What Price Points are getting the most showings in Holly Springs Area and Southwest Cary?

Showings in November 2009 were UP 7% to showings in September 2009.  We normally see a seasonal decline in November.

If you're looking to purchase in these price points, you'll have more competition for your new home.

Holly Springs area new homes in the $200-299K price point were most active in November.  These homes saw 28% of all showings.

$300-399K new homes in Holly Springs/Fuquay/SW Cary area were the second most active.  But on a "showings per home" basis, they saw the most competition for new homes.  27% of showings were in this price point, but only 21% of the available new home inventory is in this price range. 

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Holly Springs has been ranked one of the top small towns in the nation.  Has it grown enough?  Or are more jobs, businesses, and options coming?

More than 1200 Holly Springs residents responded to an Economic Development Department survey, and told the town what they'd like to see.

Continued commercial growth in Holly Springs is strongly desired, and new shopping centers popping up at the corner of Sunset Lake Road and Holly Springs Road by Harris Teeter, at the intersection of Holly Springs Rd and Main Street by Walgreens, and at the intersection of Avent Ferry Rd and NC-55 are all a sign of the thriving growth in Holly Springs.

Here are some of the highlights of the survey:

- 75% said it's very important to make purchases in Holly Springs and support local businesses.

- 98% said drive time is very important when deciding where to shop

- 60% said there is not currently enough shopping in Holly Springs

- Strong support was given for "non-chain" restaraunts, particularly of varieties other than pizza.

- Target was most frequently mentioned as a desired business.  Plans for a Target have been approved, per the Town of Holly Springs!

Thinking of starting a business in Holly Springs?  You can read the results of the entire survey here. 

Thinking of moving to Holly Springs?  More carefully planned shopping and eating is on it's way, and Holly Springs continues to be a top choice for Triangle relocations!  Browse Holly Springs New Homes - Communities, Lots and Land.

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Java Divine Is More than a Coffee Shop

Music, Wine, Coffee, Gelato, and Fun Activities

Looking for something yummy that goes way beyond expectations?

It may look like a small shop from the outside but it's big inside - and even bigger on special touches that give it a real neighborly appeal. 

I stopped in with the kids to get them a cool summer smoothie and found a lot more to smile about than the sweet treat.  

The Java Divine Coffee Bar is full of delightful surprises that will make you want to stop and stay for a while.

It's a small, local business that's built a reputation for connecting.

To begin with, it's got the coffee the name implies - espresso, macchiato, cappuccino, latte, an=mericano, house, chai latte, black tea and steamers - with a flavor/mocha shot if you need an extra boost.

It's got a special menu for the kids ten and under. And the choices just keep coming.

There's gelato, an ice cream/sherbet treat that's full of flavor from the very first spoonful.

We sat at a table in the next room to eat the treats, and that's where the surprises got even more interesting.

There's a fireplace, which looked like it would be really cozy on a chilly evening. There were couches, a bar, and a patio area beyond.

There were paintings on the wall for sale, by local artists - bring the local business connection to an even higher level.

And there was even a bookcase full of board games, in case we wanted to spend a couple of hours lounging around. I found out they even have live music a couple of times a week!

I have my eye on one of those pictures. And I'm definitely coming back for more. With the kids - but I think it would be fun to go there in the evening with my husband just so sit and listen to music. Although he will probably want to pull out the Monopoly!

Java Divine Coffee Bar is located at the corner of Bass Lake Road and Holly Springs Road, in the heart of Holly Springs. 

Java Divine

128 Bass Lake Road

919-577-6288

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Holly Springs Offers Free Summer Concerts

"Summer at the Springs" near Downtown Holly Springs

Every second and fourth Friday through September, Holly Springs NC features a free summer concert on the lawn at the Holly Springs Cultural Center. 

This concert series is sponsered by Rex Healthcare.

The concerts start at 7 pm.  Bring a blanket or a chair - snacks and drinks are fine, or you can also purchase drinks inside the Cultural Center. 

July 10 - Method 33 (Contemporary Christian)

July 24 - Mystique Band (R&B, Funk)

August 14 - Nixon, Blevins & Gage (Bluegrass)

August 28 - Blue Line Highway (Acoustic, Rock)

Sept 11 - Flowers for Faye ('80s Pop/Rock)

Sept 25 - Down River (Traditional Bluegrass)

The Holly Springs Cultural Center is located at 300 W. Ballentine St. in Holly Springs, NC 27540, (919) 567-4000. 

The "Summer at the Springs" Concert Series is just one of many great, free activities in the Raleigh area!

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Fourth of July Free Events - Holly Springs NC

Fireworks and Music Sunday July 5, 2009

Enjoy an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration with fireworks and other family fun Sunday, July 5 at Womble Park from 5-9 p.m.

Admission is free and open to everyone.

Free entertainment includes music and inflatable slides and activities for the kids, in addition to the nightime fireworks!  Food will be available.

The Holly Springs Police Department will lead a "bike and wagon" parade, which will circle the baseball fields.  Kids are welcome to bring decorated bikes, or can even decorate at the park using materials provided. 

Other old fashioned family fun will include:

• Crafts for kids
• Potato sack races
• A watermelon seed spitting contest
• Face-painting and other games.

Held at Womble Park, near downtown Holly Springs, NC. 

Directions/Map to Womble Park

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Holly Springs NC Makes Top 100 List

One of Five North Carolina Towns and Cities

For the second year in a row, Holly Springs NC has been touted as one of the top 100 places to live in the nation by Relocate America, an online site that connects relocating families and individuals with community resources.

Here's what helped Holly Springs NC make the grade:

- Interviews with local leaders

- Feedback from residents

- Economic, environmental, and education data for the past year

- Employment, housing, and crime data for the past year

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Raleigh/Durham made the top 10, and Apex NC and Fayetteville NC were also on the list.

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Holly Springs is ideally located in the southern part of Wake County, and is a prime destination not only for those who work and study in Raleigh, but also for Fort Bragg military families or civilian employees. 

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Holly Springs, NC - Activities and Festivals

Happy Holly Days Christmas Parade 2008 - Sign Up Now!

I know, I know.  It's not even Halloween yet.  But for all you Christmas lovers out there, there's nothing better to get into the holiday spirit with than to plan for your very own Christmas Parade entry!

It's not too early - sign ups start now, and final entries are due by Monday, Nov. 24th.

The 14th Annual Happy Holly Days Christmas Parade will march, roll, dance and sing through the streets of small-town Holly Springs NC on Saturday December 13th, starting at 11 am.

Local residents walk from nearby homes to the parade route, or park along the side streets.  Plenty of Raleigh residents can be found too - just ask the family sitting next to you! 

The Happy Holly Days Parade starts at the Food Lion on Main Street/Business 55.  Drive through town early in the morning, and you'll see floats turning into the parking lot, and marching bands warming up!  The parade then makes its way to downtown Holly Springs, and ends at the Town Hall. 

The week of the parade, each entry will get a color-coded map, line-up instructions, parade exit directions, and a number in line. 

At the end of the parade there's still more fun - food booths will be set up in the parking lot of Town Hall for families to wander and enjoy.  Classic cars will also be on display near Town Hall.

The Happy Holly Days Christmas Parade features a wide variety of entries, including floats, marching bands, dancers, horseback riders, Scout troops and other walking groups - so no matter what your group does, you'll be able to take part in this small-town Holly Springs tradition!

To sign up for the Happy Holly Days Christmas Parade, click here.

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The Shoppes at Holly Springs - Walmart Supercenter Shopping Center

The Shoppes at Holly Springs opened recently to applause from local Holly Springs residents.

The Shoppes at Holly Springs has a great location on the Hwy 55 Bypass, less than 1 mile from Downtown Holly Springs and 4 miles from Fuquay-Varina.

The Walmart Supercenter at the Shoppes at Holly Springs is the closest Supercenter to Apex, Pittsboro, and Cary, NC.

In several visits, the store has always been neat, clean, and well-presented, with a great produce department. 

Walmart is located at 1000 S Main St Holly Spgs, Holly Springs - (919) 557-9181

The remainder of the shops have filled up quickly, with only three vacancies still available.

The Shoe Dept offers "discount" shoes in a wide variety of styles.  With over 1114 locations in 36 states, the Shoe Dept has a reputation for value. 919-557-6329. 

The World Super Buffet offers Asian cuisine, and has gotten good reviews for their sushi.  919-552-8188.

The Little Gym features gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, and karate classes, as well as camp, birthday parties, and "parent survival nights".  919-567-2018.

Also present is an Urgent Care center, a Game Stop, Alltel Wireless, and the Absolute Skate Shop.

On the other end, the Qwik Pack & Ship will take care of those urgent packages or bulky birthday presents. 

Fat Philly's offers classic cheesesteak sandwiches and hoagies - great place to grab lunch.  919-552-8053

Michaelangelo's Pizza is a family-owned and operated company with 4 locations in the Triangle. Try the Cherry Pie Pizza for dessert!  Great deals here... 919-557-4992.

And while you're at it, get a haircut at Fantastic Sam's!

I have to admit - my 4 year old was most excited about the first McDonald's to arrive in Holly Springs, NC! 

The indoor playground is very nice, and the double drivethrough is a good idea for busy evenings - though I've never noticed it in use!

Maybe now that they're out of Batman toys, I won't have to talk him out of McDonald's quite as often.... 

Another plus for Holly Springs, NC residents - the first gas station to be built along 55 Bypass between Apex and Fuquay-Varina.  

They've been hard at work on this one, so I'm sure it's due to open soon! 

The Shoppes at Holly Springs is just one sign of growth - two other new centers are planned for opening within the next 6-12 months.   Holly Springs, NC has a lot to offer, as does neighboring Fuquay-Varina, NC and Apex, NC.

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HollyFest 2008 - Fall Festival in Holly Springs, NC

Looking for a great activity for the kids and the whole family on a crisp autumn day? 

Well, we live in North Carolina, so the number of days that are actually "crisp" are limited, but one of the best things to do on a Fall day is attend one of the wonderful local festivals!

HollyFest is held annually in Womble Park, just one street over from quaint downtown Holly Springs, NC.

The beautiful, open park undergoes a transformation.  Booths are set up, and local artists, craftsmen, and businesses lay out their wares.

Inflatable slides, moonwalks, and obstacle courses are set up.

A hay maze is carefully laid out, waiting for groups of laughing children to wander.

The path will be marked for the annual HollyFest 5K, which starts at 9 am sharp.  The one mile fun run and tot trot is another option - bring the stroller! 

Local entertainment will be setting up mikes and instruments on two separate outdoor stages.  Bring a blanket, and let the kids dance! 

Classic and muscle cars will start turning in to the upper lot at Womble Park for the HollyFest Car Show.

Food vendors will begin cooking up all the standards - local churches and other organizations do a brisk business with hot sandwiches, drinks, and BBQ. 

For the second year, the Pirates! Shadow Players Stage Combat Group will entertain the crowds with mock sword fights, bullwhip demonstrations, and lots of good natured ribbing.  (Be careful what you volunteer for!)

Plan to visit HollyFest 2008 between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, October 25th.  It's a great way to get into the festive Autumn mood!

Parking and the HollyFest 2008 event are free!

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Holly Springs, NC is hopping!

Wondering what to do?  Here's some great summer events offered by the Holly Springs Cultural Center!

Saturday July 26 - 8 pm

Friends of Bluegrass presents Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper.  This guy is incredible on the bluegrass fiddle - he's won "Fiddle Player of the Year" five out of the past seven years through the International Bluegrass Music Association!  Tickets are only $13.  http://www.friendsofbluegrass.org

Lisa Dames is a country music singer who has at least one Top 40 single and has been recognized by Country Music Television (CMT).  Tickets are $15, or $10 with a Rooster 106.4 card through www.etix.com.  Find out more at www.lisadames.com.

Tuesday August 5 - 10 am

Carolina Puppet Theater Presents the Kids Fun Super Series - "Three Little Fishies", for kids age 2 to 7.  Lots of musical puppet numbers.  Call 919-567-4000.  Tickets $5.00 vis www.etix.com

Friday August 8 - 7 pm

FREE Outdoor Concert - part of the Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series.  Andrew Kasab with a Rock, Folk and Blues show.  www.myspace.com/andrewkasab  Bring a lawn chair and picnic dinner!  Call 919-567-4000.  Concert is at the Springs Outdoor Stage at the Holly Springs Cultural Center.

Saturday August 16 - 7 pm

Keith Henderson presents a terrific Elvis show, as seen on Good Morning America.  He sings, dances, and gets all shook up.  Sure to be lots of fun.  Tickets $20.00 via www.etix.com. 

Tuesday August 19 - 10 am

Carolina Puppet Theater Presents the Kids Fun Super Series - "Three Little Fishies", for kids age 2 to 7.  Lots of musical puppet numbers.  Call 919-567-4000.  Tickets $5.00 vis www.etix.com

Friday August 22 - 7 pm 

FREE Outdoor Concert - part of the Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series. Georgia Beck sings blues and alternative folk.  Shes a classically trained pianist and singer from Fuquay-Varina.  www.myspace.com/georgiabeck

Thursday August 28 - 7 pm 

FREE Concert - Village Church of Holly Springs presents "Altogether Now" - a 60 minute action-packed music, drama and storytelling interactive show. 

Saturday August 30 - 7 pm 

"Hot August Nights" - BackBeat "Hey Jude" is a Beatles cover band, who also performs hits by The Rolling Stones, The Who, Van Morrison, The Kinks, and more.   Tickets are $20.00 via www.etix.com.  Find out more at www.larryweaver.com

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