Search results for ""

Cities Neighborhoods New Construction Market Schools Relocating For Agents Find an Agent
Apex, Wake County, NC

The complete guide to living in Apex

Neighborhoods, schools, new construction, market data, and daily permits for Apex, NC — the Triangle's most sought-after suburb.

$600k
Median price
18
Days on market
247
Active permits
65k+
Population
9/10
School rating
$0.615
Tax rate / $100
Overview Neighborhoods Market Data Schools New Construction Permits Relocation Guide
65,000+
Population
Wake Co.
County
WCPSS
School district
22 min
To RTP
1872
Founded

Apex neighborhoods

Full neighborhood guide →
From $520k

Downtown Apex

Historic district with walkable streets, local restaurants, and craftsman-style homes. The most walkable area in Apex with the Salem Street corridor.

HistoricWalkableCharacter homes
$540k median15 DOMApex HS
From $580k

Haddon Hall

Established community with mature trees, large lots, and strong HOA. Community pool, tennis courts, and easy 540 access make this a perennial favorite.

Family-friendlyPoolEstablished
$595k median17 DOMApex HS
From $650k

Apex Peakway Corridor

Newer construction along the 540 loop. Modern open floor plans, higher price points, and fast access to RTP and RDU. Fastest appreciating area in Apex.

New constructionRTP access
$672k median14 DOMApex HS
From $490k

Salem Church Road Area

Active development corridor with a mix of new builds and established neighborhoods. Strong value play as infrastructure investment continues along this stretch.

Growth areaValue play
$510k median20 DOMApex HS
From $560k

Kelly Road / Lake Pine

Quiet residential area near Lake Pine with wooded lots and greenway access. Popular with families who want space without being far from amenities.

Greenway accessWooded lots
$575k median19 DOMApex HS
From $440k

West Apex / Hwy 55

More affordable entry point into Apex with easy access to Holly Springs. Older inventory with renovation potential and good school assignments.

Entry-levelRenovation potential
$460k median24 DOMApex HS

Apex market data

Mortgage calculator →
Median sale price — last 12 months
Median sale price
$600,000
↑ 3.2% YoY
Avg days on market
21 days
↓ 4 days YoY
List-to-sale ratio
101.2%
↑ 0.8% YoY
Active listings
84
↓ 12% YoY
Avg price per sq ft
$218
↑ 4.1% YoY
Wake County tax rate
$0.615
per $100 assessed value

Apex schools

Full school guide →
High School
9/10

Apex High School

One of Wake County's top-rated high schools. Strong AP program with 30+ courses, competitive athletics, and college placement rates that consistently exceed state averages. Feeds UNC, NC State, and Duke regularly.

Grades: 9–12Enrollment: ~2,400WCPSS
High School
8/10

Apex Friendship High School

Newer high school opened to serve Apex's growing west side. Modern facilities, growing AP enrollment, and strong STEM and arts programs. Relieved overcrowding at Apex HS.

Grades: 9–12Enrollment: ~1,800WCPSS
Middle School
8/10

Apex Middle School

Centrally located middle school serving downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Strong music and athletics programs, dedicated staff, and consistently high test scores for Wake County.

Grades: 6–8Enrollment: ~1,100WCPSS
⚠️ Important
2027

Boundary Review — Verify Before Buying

WCPSS is redrawing school boundaries for 2027-28 that will impact parts of Apex. Some areas currently assigned to Apex HS may shift to Apex Friendship or other schools. Always verify current assignment at wcpss.net before purchasing.

Status: In progressEffective: Fall 2027

New construction in Apex

All communities →
Actively selling

Apex Ridge

Toll Brothers · Off Jenks Road

340 single-family homes in a planned community with amenity center, walking trails, and greenway access. Final phases now selling with expected completion Q4 2026.

340
Total homes
$589k+
From
2,200+
Sq ft
Actively selling

Traditions at Apex

DR Horton · Salem Church Rd

Single-family homes and townhomes with modern finishes at accessible price points. Strong demand from first-time buyers and downsizers. Phase 2 now open.

180
Total homes
$485k+
From
1,800+
Sq ft
Actively selling

Peakway Reserve

Meritage Homes · Apex Peakway

Energy-efficient homes along the 540 corridor. Built to Energy Star standards with solar-ready construction. Ideal for RTP commuters seeking modern builds.

95
Total homes
$625k+
From
2,400+
Sq ft
Coming soon

Westgate at Apex

Lennar · Hwy 55 West

Planned 220-home community targeting the affordable end of the Apex market. Subdivision plat approved by Wake County — vertical construction expected Q3 2026.

220
Total homes
$459k+
From
1,650+
Sq ft

Recent Apex permits

Full permit database →
AddressTypeDescriptionValueIssued
1204 Salem Church RdNew buildSingle family residential, 2,840 sq ft$385,000Jun 1, 2026
408 Hunter StRenovationKitchen addition + rear deck, 640 sq ft$84,000May 31, 2026
7731 Apex PeakwayNew buildTownhouse unit, 1,920 sq ft$295,000May 30, 2026
312 Old Raleigh RdNew buildSingle family residential, 3,100 sq ft$420,000May 29, 2026
91 S Salem StRenovationMaster bath remodel + HVAC replacement$52,000May 28, 2026
2204 Jenks RdNew buildSingle family residential, 2,650 sq ft$358,000May 27, 2026
519 Olive Chapel RdNew buildTownhouse unit, 1,780 sq ft$272,000May 26, 2026

Relocating to Apex?

Full relocation guide →
🚗

Commute from Apex

RTP: 22 min via US-1/540. Downtown Raleigh: 35 min via US-1. RDU Airport: 18 min via 540. Durham: 40 min via 540/I-40.

💰

Cost of living

Property tax rate: $0.615 per $100 assessed value. Utilities average $180–220/month. HOA fees range from $45–$180/month depending on community.

🏛️

Town government

Town of Apex runs its own water/sewer utility. Trash pickup is weekly. Town Council meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Strong town management nationally recognized.

🛒

Shopping & dining

Beaver Creek Commons for big box retail. Downtown Salem Street for local dining. Upscale options growing near the Apex Peakway corridor.

🌳

Parks & outdoors

22+ miles of greenway trails. Lake Jordan 15 minutes away. Apex Community Park with sports fields, splash pad, and dog park. Bike-friendly infrastructure expanding.

📋

NC buying process

NC is an attorney-closing state. Due diligence period is negotiated (typically 14–21 days). No state transfer tax for primary residence. Closing costs avg 2–3% of purchase price.

Ready to make your move to Apex?

Connect with a local expert or run your mortgage numbers.

Mortgage calculator

Paid placement disclosure: Some agents and vendors on this site pay to be featured in our directory. Paid listings are labeled "Sponsored." Payment does not influence editorial content, market data, or neighborhood rankings. Terms of Service · Editorial Standards

EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of US policy for equal housing opportunity. We do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or military status. Fair Housing Policy →