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    • $399,900

    518 1st St, Apex, NC 27502

    3beds
    1,045sqft
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    $2,381/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2026
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $383/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Luxury isn't always measured in square feet. Sometimes it's measured in Saturday mornings at the Apex Farmers Market, coffee from your favorite neighborhood café, dinner and a local craft brew just a short stroll from home, and finally having weekends that don't revolve around maintaining a giant house. Just half a mile from Downtown Apex—consistently ranked among America's best small towns—this thoughtfully designed Craftsman ranch delivers an elevated lifestyle with premium finishes rarely found below this price point. Every inch was designed with intention, proving that great design has never depended on excess. The striking exterior showcases durable fiber cement siding, stone accents, board-and-batten detailing, a brand-new architectural shingle roof, a welcoming rocking chair porch, private parking, and a fenced backyard on a quiet, low-traffic street. Inside, abundant natural light fills the open floor plan featuring accent wood beams, waterproof Mohawk RevWood flooring, smooth ceilings, Craftsman trim, designer lighting, and sophisticated black hardware throughout. The kitchen steals the show with stacked soft-close cabinetry, waterfall quartz countertops, a generous island, stainless steel appliances, and an upgraded GE slide-in range with a built-in air fryer—because your oven should work as hard as you do. The private primary suite offers backyard views, a spacious closet, and a beautifully appointed ensuite with dual quartz vanities, upgraded tile, and a tiled walk-in shower with a frameless enclosure. Every finish was curated to elevate everyday living. Whether you're buying your first home, rightsizing, or simply choosing quality over quantity, this home offers something increasingly difficult to find: exceptional craftsmanship, one-level living, and one of the most walkable lifestyles in the Triangle. Because the real luxury isn't having more house... it's having more life.
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    Listed by:

    Susana Yourcheck 410-917-6769,

    Flex Realty

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10183265MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Walk-In Shower
      • Flooring: Laminate, Plank, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,045
      • Total interior livable area: 1,045 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,045
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Driveway, Parking Pad, Paved
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Central Living Area
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Side Porch
      • Exterior features: Barbecue, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
      • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Privacy
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 3,484 Square Feet
      • Features: Back Yard, City Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0018381
      • Zoning: HD SF
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Craftsman, Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Board & Batten Siding, Fiber Cement, Stone, Stone Veneer, Vertical Siding
      • Foundation: Raised
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: Yes
      • Year built: 2026
      • Major remodel year: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks, Suburban, None
      • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Apex

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $383/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $947
      • Date on market: 7/31/2026
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/31/2026Listed for sale$399,900$383/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10183265 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 27502

        Getting around

        57 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Wake - Baucom 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.

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