Serenity, Fuquay-Varina NC: Neighborhood Guide and Homes for Sale

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Serenity is a master-planned community of single-family homes just outside Fuquay-Varina, on about 550 acres in Harnett County (Greenfield Communities, Serenity). Harnett County records show 449 homes built from 2022 to 2026 so far, with a median of about 2,499 heated square feet on a median lot of 0.2 acres. The 170 recorded home sales from October 2025 through September 2026 had a median of $565,250, and most were new homes.

Here is where Serenity is, the amenities, what the homes are like, recent sale prices and how school assignment works in Harnett County.

Where Serenity is

Serenity is northwest of the US 401 and Rawls Church Road intersection, and Hector Creek runs through it (Greenfield Communities, Serenity). Homes have Fuquay-Varina 27526 addresses, but the community is in Harnett County and outside town limits, under Harnett County zoning (Harnett County property records). That means Harnett County property taxes and Harnett County Schools.

Road distances from Serendipity Drive in Serenity (OpenStreetMap routing, October 2026):

  • Fuquay-Varina Town Hall: 4.1 miles
  • Holly Springs Town Hall: 8.0 miles
  • NC State Capitol, downtown Raleigh: 21.5 miles
  • Research Triangle Park: 28.7 miles
  • RDU Airport: 31.5 miles

A short history

Sales in Serenity began in late 2022 (Greenfield Communities, Serenity). Harnett County records show 22 homes from 2022, 94 from 2023, 158 from 2024, 121 from 2025 and 54 dated 2026 so far, and 114 more records carry under-construction notes (Harnett County property records). Builders on record as owners include David Weekley Homes and Tri Pointe Homes.

The Barnyard and other amenities

The amenity center, called The Barnyard, includes Serenity Hall, a 3,700 square foot clubhouse, and the Swimmin' Hole, a Junior Olympic outdoor pool. There is also a play field, the Country Dog dog park, an adventure playground, Hammock Park, yoga stations, pocket parks and more than 3 miles of nature trails. Nearly 40% of the land is permanent open space that preserves creeks and wetlands (Greenfield Communities, Serenity).

A little over a third of the community is planned as a 55+ section with its own amenities, with sales starting in spring 2025 (Greenfield Communities, Serenity).

Homes in Serenity

Across the 449 homes built so far (Harnett County property records, October 2026):

  • Heated area: 1,664 square feet at the 10th percentile, 2,499 median, 3,354 at the 90th percentile
  • Lot size: 0.14 acres at the 10th percentile, 0.2 median, 0.27 at the 90th percentile
  • Bedrooms: most homes have 3 or 4

Serenity is all single-family homes (Greenfield Communities, Serenity). Hundreds of lots were still vacant or under construction in October 2026, so the community is still growing (Harnett County property records).

Recent sale prices

Harnett County records show 170 recorded sales of homes from October 2025 through September 2026. The median was $565,250, the middle 80% ranged from about $400,500 to $728,500, and the range ran from $350,000 to $895,000. At least 121 were homes built in 2025 or 2026, so these figures mostly reflect builder pricing (Harnett County property records).

HOA

County records show common areas owned by the Serenity Property Owners Association. Ask how dues differ between the main community and the 55+ section. Ask for the dues, any special assessments and the resale fees for a specific home on the NC Residential Property and Owners' Association Disclosure Statement.

The Serenity market right now

For the 27526 ZIP code, which covers Fuquay-Varina, Redfin reports for the three months ending September 2026:

  • Median sale price: $436,372, down 4.5% year over year
  • Median days on market: 59, compared with 42 a year earlier
  • Homes sold in September: 408, compared with 464 a year earlier
  • Sale-to-list price: 98.8%
  • Homes sold above list price: 10.5%
  • Homes with a price drop: 40.5%

What it means: the 27526 market slowed this fall, with a lower median and homes taking about 59 days to sell. In Serenity, resale sellers compete with new homes and builder incentives, so pricing has to be sharp.

Assigned schools

Serenity is served by Harnett County Schools, not the Wake County system. Harnett County property records list Northwest Harnett Elementary, Harnett Central Middle and Harnett Central High for every Serenity parcel (Harnett County property records, October 2026). Confirm any address with the Harnett County School Locator.

Things to do nearby

  • The Barnyard, the Swimmin' Hole, the dog park and trails, for residents.
  • Downtown Fuquay-Varina and Town Hall, about 4.1 miles away.
  • Downtown Holly Springs, about 8.0 miles away.

Buying in Serenity: what to check

  • Whether the home is new construction or a resale, and the builder warranty.
  • HOA dues, and whether the home is in the 55+ section.
  • Harnett County property taxes.
  • Lot position near open space, trails or Hector Creek.
  • School assignment with the Harnett County locator.

See our buyer services page for how we help buyers.

Selling in Serenity: what buyers ask about

  • How your home compares with new builder homes and incentives.
  • Upgrades, landscaping and window coverings already in place.
  • Recent comparable sales in Serenity.
  • HOA dues and amenities.
  • School assignment.

See how we sell homes, or start with a home value estimate.

Serenity FAQs

Where is Serenity?

Serenity is just outside Fuquay-Varina, northwest of the US 401 and Rawls Church Road intersection, with Fuquay-Varina 27526 addresses. It is about 4.1 miles by road from Fuquay-Varina Town Hall.

Is Serenity in Wake County or Harnett County?

Serenity is in Harnett County and outside Fuquay-Varina town limits, even though homes have Fuquay-Varina addresses.

What amenities does Serenity have?

The Barnyard amenity center has Serenity Hall, a 3,700 square foot clubhouse, and the Swimmin' Hole pool. There is also a dog park, an adventure playground and more than 3 miles of trails.

What do homes in Serenity cost?

Harnett County records show 170 home sales from October 2025 through September 2026, with a median of $565,250 and a middle 80% range of about $400,500 to $728,500.

Is there a 55+ section in Serenity?

Yes. A little over a third of the community is planned as a 55+ section with its own amenities.

Does Serenity have an HOA?

Yes. County records show common areas owned by the Serenity Property Owners Association.

Which schools serve Serenity?

Harnett County records list Northwest Harnett Elementary, Harnett Central Middle and Harnett Central High for Serenity parcels. Check any address with the Harnett County School Locator.

Thinking of selling in Serenity?

Serenity resales compete directly with brand new builder homes down the street, often with builder incentives. We price your home against both, using recent Serenity sales of similar size and lot.

Caul Group Residential is the #1 Resale Team in the Triangle. Our office is at 201 Shannon Oaks Circle, Suite 200, Cary, NC 27511. RealTrends Verified 2026 (based on 2025 sales) ranks our team, "Caul Team," #1 in Raleigh by sides and by volume. See the RealTrends profile. We have 5.0 stars on Zillow from 1,200+ reviews (Oct 2026). Read the reviews.

More on the area: Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Apex and our Apex agents.