Thoughtfully designed with timeless Southern charm, this desirable end-unit townhome in The Groves offers an exceptional blend of character, privacy, and convenience just minutes from Historic Downtown Apex. A welcoming wraparound front porch sets the tone, while the home's unique positioning creates a surprisingly private backyard retreat off the kitchen—an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing after a busy day. Inside, the open and inviting floor plan is highlighted by a warm gas-log fireplace and flexible living spaces that adapt to a variety of lifestyles. Upstairs, the guest bedroom and full bath provide comfortable accommodations, while the spacious primary suite offers a distinctive loft design. Currently arranged with the sleeping area in the loft, the main level of the suite functions as a cozy secondary sitting room, creating a private retreat complete with an en-suite bath and generous walk-in closet. Whether used as designed or reimagined to suit your needs, the space offers remarkable versatility. Recent improvements include two new dormer windows in the primary suite and new gas logs in the fireplace. Residents of The Groves enjoy access to the neighborhood pool while benefiting from an outstanding Apex location just moments from Historic Downtown, local shopping and dining, parks, and convenient access to US-1 and Highway 64, making commuting throughout the Triangle effortless. Rarely does a townhome combine this much charm, privacy, and location into one inviting home.
For sale
$340,000
173 Old Grove Ln, Apex, NC 27502
2beds
1,427sqft
Townhouse, Residential
Built in 2006
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$331,700 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$270/mo HOA
What's special
Warm gas-log fireplaceWelcoming wraparound front porch
- 46 days
- 768
- 40
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Van Starling 919-667-7456,
Hodge & Kittrell Sothebys INTE
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10180463
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, None
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,427
- Total interior livable area: 1,427 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,427
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Guest
- Uncovered spaces: 1
- Details: Visitor Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 074108992504000 0339093
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Craftsman, Transitional
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: The Groves
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $811 quarterly
Location
- Region: Apex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $337,778
- Annual tax amount: $2,969
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
Estimated market value
$331,700
$315,000 - $348,000
$1,787/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000+29.8%$238/sqft |
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| 10/14/2020 | Sold | $262,000-1.1%$184/sqft |
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| 9/13/2020 | Pending sale | $265,000$186/sqft |
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| 9/10/2020 | Price change | $265,000-3.6%$186/sqft |
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| 8/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $275,000+29.4%$193/sqft |
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| 3/21/2019 | Sold | $212,500-4.7%$149/sqft |
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| 2/15/2019 | Pending sale | $223,000$156/sqft |
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| 1/24/2019 | Price change | $223,000-1.3%$156/sqft |
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| 12/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $226,000+7.6%$158/sqft |
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| 11/15/2018 | Sold | $210,000+32.9%$147/sqft |
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| 10/8/2015 | Sold | $158,000-1.2%$111/sqft |
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| 5/8/2014 | Listing removed | $159,900$112/sqft |
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| 4/26/2014 | Price change | $159,900+0.6%$112/sqft |
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| 4/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $159,000+4.6%$111/sqft |
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| 9/27/2012 | Sold | $152,000-1.9%$107/sqft |
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| 8/17/2012 | Price change | $155,000-3.1%$109/sqft |
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| 6/6/2012 | Listed for sale | $160,000+4.6%$112/sqft |
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| 3/30/2011 | Listing removed | $152,900$107/sqft |
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| 2/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $152,900+1.9%$107/sqft |
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| 1/14/2011 | Sold | $150,000-1.9%$105/sqft |
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| 10/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $152,900+4.4%$107/sqft |
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| 6/22/2006 | Sold | $146,500$103/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,969 +2.3% | $337,778 |
| 2024 | $2,903 +26.5% | $337,778 +62.9% |
| 2023 | $2,295 +6.5% | $207,357 |
| 2022 | $2,155 +4% | $207,357 |
| 2021 | $2,073 +1% | $207,357 |
| 2020 | $2,052 +10.2% | $207,357 +27.9% |
| 2019 | $1,861 | $162,142 |
| 2018 | $1,861 +14% | $162,142 |
| 2017 | $1,633 +1.5% | $162,142 |
| 2016 | $1,610 | $162,142 +3.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $156,030 |
| 2014 | -- | $156,030 |
| 2013 | -- | $156,030 |
| 2012 | -- | $156,030 |
| 2011 | -- | $156,030 -9% |
| 2010 | -- | $171,510 |
| 2009 | -- | $171,510 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 27502
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wake - Apex Elementary
- Middle: Wake - Apex Middle
- High: Wake - Apex High
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.








