Apex got its name originally because it was the highest point on the railroad line that ran between Richmond, VA, and Jacksonville, FL. Today, Apex represents itself as the “Peak of Good Living,” a thriving town of over 55,000 that maintains its small-town feel. Money Magazine named it the #1 place to live in America in 2015.
Nestled south of Morrisville and west of Cary, a great bonus about Apex is that it is close to the bigger cities in the Triangle (Raleigh and Durham are 20-30 minutes away), but at the same time, your home base is a small and welcoming community.
Colorful buildings, antique stores, and locally owned dining spots can be found on Salem Street, downtown’s main street. The Apex Union Depot, a historic railroad station, features concerts and festivals and a local farmers market open from April through November,
High-paying tech jobs? Check. Greenways and a lot of trails for biking and walking? Check. Lots over 1+ acres. Yes!
Whether you’re looking for privacy in a wooded setting, or just don’t want to see your neighbor’s houses, larger lots afford you the ability to enjoy peace of mind. And in Apex, you’re never too far from small-town amenities or big-city events.
One neighborhood to check out for homes on larger lots is Buckingham, which is in the heart of Apex, close to 540, US Hwy 64, and RTP. There are homes in this community that are 1-acre, but there are also homes on 2-4 acres as well. These are mostly larger homes, 3-5 bedrooms, and upwards of 2500 sq. ft. Houses in this neighborhood start in the mid $500s.
Many of these homes have updated kitchens, more than one master suite, lush, wooded views, family rooms, and huge outdoor decks. As with all houses that are slightly outside the city limits, you’ll want to see if you have sewer and water services provided by the city.
Prime Location with Highway 64 Frontage! This unrestricted location has exceptional visibility, Highway 64 frontage and high traffic counts (20k-35k daily). Potential for...
1 acre wooded lot in the established neighborhood of Lynnhaven. Neighborhood has community water. Will need septic. Soil Suitability report from this year is in the Doc...
Situated in the desirable Apex area of Wake County, this 1.38-acre wooded lot offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home with plenty of space and privacy. Zo...
Beautiful wooded lot in the heart of Apex, No city taxes, Bring your own builder or use one of our recommended builders
Price Improvement! Location Location Location! Discover 125 E Stone Road, a 1.17 acre wooded homesite in Chatham County with an Apex address, offering t...
Discover the freedom to create your dream home on this beautiful 4-acre homesite just off Highway 751 and only minutes from Jordan Lake. Bring your own builder and design...
Rare opportunity to purchase one of four lots available on Ten-Ten Rd. Just minutes from Costco and a popular shopping area. Zoned as R-40W, these beautiful lots are idea...
Rare opportunity to purchase one of four lots available on Ten-Ten Rd. Just minutes from Costco and a popular shopping area. Zoned as R-40W, these beautiful lots are idea...
Rare opportunity to purchase one of four lots available on Ten-Ten Rd. Just minutes from Costco and a popular shopping area. Zoned as R-40W, these beautiful lots are idea...
Build your dream home on nearly 3 private wooded acres in Apex. This beautiful 2.96 acre homesite offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience with quick access to...
Vacant Land -- Approx. 4.12 Acres | Apex ETJ | Prime Corner Visibility Investor opportunity at a high-traffic intersection with frontage serving multiple established nei...
6+ Acres Near Jordan Lake - 4 Bedroom Perc Site! Build your dream home just minutes from all the recreation Jordan Lake has to offer. Enjoy marina access, fishing, campi...
Welcome to 9208 Holly Springs Road — a rare slice of Apex where you get room to breathe AND room to build, tinker, and dream. Tucked behind your own remote-controlled ga...
Gorgeous, wooded property backing up to Jordan Lake. Very Private and Gently Rolling topography
Peaceful country living on 1.5 WOODED ACRES, yet just 15 minutes from Downtown Cary, 8 minutes from Amberly, and approximately 2 miles from the American Tobacco Trail. Tu...
Commercial Potential Investment Property Circle drive, RV / large equipment shelter, Close to 540 , Hwy 64, downtown Apex, Medical, Shopping, Restaurants, RDU, RTP , Ca...
$$$ SAVE BIG! SELLER WILL CONTRIBUTE UP TO $10,000 TOWARD AN INTEREST BUY DOWN OR CLOSING COST WITH THE PREFERRED LENDER. ENJOY LOWER MONTHLY PAYMENTS AND REDUCED UPFRONT...
Enjoy the peace and flexibility of country living on this beautiful 8.057 acre unrestricted parcel bordering protected Jordan Lake government land. Level topography prov...
This lot boasts over 10 acres of pristine land, surrounded by greenery and tranquil scenery that will take your breath away. If you're looking to build your dream home, t...
Rare opportunity to own 13.968 unrestricted acres adjoining U.S. Government Jordan Lake land, offering exception privacy, versatility and close proximity to the recreatio...
Situated on a private 1-acre homesite, the property is bordered by mature woods along the rear and one side, creating a peaceful, secluded setting with exceptional priva...
1.85 acre of land and brick ranch. The home is in a great location. It has strong bones and is ready for your updates and / or addition. Lots of built ins in LR , DR and ...
NO HOA for this 3.679 acre lot. Bring your own builder/developer. Water well on site. Non expiring Septic permit. Septic engineering done for 5 bedroom. If you're lo...
Extraordinary Southern Classic backs up to Jordan Lake's hundreds of preserved wooded acres; yet, just 20 minutes to RDU airport, 20 minutes to Pittsboro and 10 minutes t...
Development opportunity in Fuquay-Varina ETJ. Combined 8.8-acre designated as Single Family Neighborhood (SFN) in the 'Fuquay-Varina 2040 Community Vision Land Use Plan'....
Nestled on approximately 5 beautiful acres, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath ranch home offers the space and freedom you've been looking for without sacrificing convenience. Just m...
Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this stunning 4-bedroom, with flex room including walk in closet, 4-bath home sits on 1.17 acres with no HOA, was the mo...
Beautifully designed Allison Ann plan offering 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and over 2,800 sq ft of thoughtfully planned living space. Open-concept layout with spacious family ro...
4.69 Acre Cul-de-sac Homesite. Bring your own builder: Near Every Comfort. Far from the Ordinary Life. Perfectly positioned in one of the Triangle's most desirable areas...
5.5 Acre Homesite. Bring your own builder: Near Every Comfort. Far from the Ordinary Life. Perfectly positioned in one of the Triangle's most desirable areas, Rainforest ...
**Rare 5-Acre Opportunity: Land Value, Endless Potential, No Restrictions** Escape the ordinary without leaving convenience behind. Tucked away on nearly 5 private acr...
4.65 Acre Cul-de-sac Homesite. Bring your own builder: Near Every Comfort. Far from the Ordinary Life. Perfectly positioned in one of the Triangle's most desirable areas...
Cul de Sac 5 Acre Homesite where you can bring your own builder: Near Every Comfort. Far from the Ordinary Life. Perfectly positioned in one of the Triangle's most desira...
STEP INSIDE THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED, FRESHLY PAINTED THROUGHOUT, 4 BEDROOM+BONUS+MEDIA ROOM WITH 1ST FLOOR PRIMARY ON A PRIVATE 3.18 ACRE POOL READY LOT LOCATED IN ONE O...
3.86 +/- acre development target with 360+/- feet of road frontage and excellent topography. Larger projects surrounding this parcel should bring utility access close to ...
$100,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to Olive's Chapel, an extraordinary 12.8-acre estate in Apex, NC, where refined country living meets unmatched convenience. Ideally s...
Exceptional residential development opportunity in one of the Triangle's fastest-growing and most desirable areas. Located off Optimus Farm Road with an Apex address and ...
Fall in love with this exceptional custom estate nestled on 3.87 private acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac setting, just minutes to Jordan Lake Recreation Area, Hwy 64, and ...
Stunning One-of-a-Kind Custom Estate with Resort-Style Outdoor Living. Perched on a stately, private lot surrounded by mature hardwoods and overlooking a picturesque 3-ac...
Stunning 5100ft. multi-generational, custom home with private pool, built on a waterfront lot in sought after Heritage Pointe in Apex! Large 4+ acre lot with water views,...
Great potential!! Large piece of land next to the new Lennar Ennis Branch development! Real close to the 540 exit on Hwy 64! You can almost see it from the 540 bridge. Al...
Nestled on 26.9 picturesque acres beside Jordan Lake, this exceptional turnkey equestrian farm offers a truly rare opportunity, with convenient access to Downtown Raleig...
This extremely rare large acreage tract is park-setting stunning. It adjoins US Govt/Jordan Lake lands. Two large ponds and a meandering stream. Public road frontage and ...
PRIME LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT OR INVESTORS!! 110.03 acres 2 miles from downtown Apex, 0.5 miles from Veridea PUD, across US 1 from NC Children's Hospital. 2045 Land Use Map ...
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