When people talk about Cary's most iconic neighborhoods, Preston is always at the top of the list — and for good reason. This sprawling community was originally founded by tech giant SAS Institute in 1992, and today it spans 1,950 acres and 1,625 homes across a number of smaller enclaves, including Preston Glenn, Preston Pines, and more — each with its own personality, yet all connected by the same commitment to beautiful landscaping, refined architecture, and an exceptional quality of life.
At the heart of it all is the Prestonwood Country Club. The club offers three 18-hole golf courses — the Meadows, Highlands, and Fairways — along with pools and aquatic programs, tennis and pickleball courts, a modern fitness center, and a full dining facility. Prestonwood is also home to the SAS Tournament, one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Champions Tour, making it a truly world-class facility right in your own backyard. Membership is optional, but it's easy to see why so many residents take advantage of it.
Preston offers a range of properties from condos to grand estate homes, priced from around $250,000 to over $2 million, giving buyers at a wide variety of price points a chance to call this prestigious address home. From estate living to maintenance-free townhomes, tree-lined streets, well-groomed play areas, and safely lit sidewalks, neighbors are able to gather and enjoy all that North Carolina's seasons have to offer.
The location is hard to beat for anyone working in the Triangle. Downtown Cary is about 13 minutes away, Raleigh is around 27 minutes, and RDU International Airport is just 17 minutes out. Major roadways like NC-55, NC-540, and I-40 make travel to RTP and downtown areas quick and easy, perfect for commuters and frequent travelers. Shopping and dining are equally convenient, with Park West Village, Preston Corners, and Fenton all nearby.
Families will appreciate access to highly regarded Wake County schools, including Weatherstone Elementary, West Cary Middle, and Green Hope High School. And with SAS Institute's sprawling campus just next door, Preston has long attracted some of the Triangle's brightest professionals and most engaged community members.
Preston isn't just a neighborhood — it's one of Cary's crown jewels. If you'd like to explore what's available there, I'd love to help you find the perfect home!
47,444 people live in Preston | Cary, NC, where the median age is 40.8 and the average individual income is $67,186. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Preston | Cary, NC, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kritical Nutrition, Oh My Cake, and Fitness Together.
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| Dining | 4.65 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.83 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.42 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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| Active | 2.89 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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| Active | 0.98 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.61 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.61 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.66 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.42 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Preston | Cary, NC has 19,726 households, with an average household size of 2.4. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Preston | Cary, NC do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 47,444 people call Preston | Cary, NC home. The population density is 2,893.07 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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