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    • $399,900

    518 1st St, Apex, NC 27502

    3beds
    1,045sqft
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    $2,487/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2026
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $395,900 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.
    47 days
    178
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    Likely to sell faster than

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    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
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 128.96 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12.4 x 10.4
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120.75 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.5
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 119.6 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.4
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 78.11 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.7 x 7.3
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132.68 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12.4 x 10.7
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 145.8 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.8
      Other
      • Description: Front Porch
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 42.55 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 3.7
      Other
      • Description: Porch
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 12.25 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5
      Heating
      • Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Living/Dining Room Combination, Walk-In Shower, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings
      • Flooring: Laminate, Plank, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
      • 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, Paved, Parking Pad
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Central Living Area
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Front door
      • 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
      • Residential vegetation: Grassed
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0018381
      • Zoning: HD SF
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch,Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Board & Batten Siding, Fiber Cement, Stone, Stone Veneer, Vertical Siding
      • Foundation: Raised, Crawlspace
      • Roof: Shingle,Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New Construction
      • 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: None, Suburban, Sidewalks
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Apex

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $383/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $104,000
      • Annual tax amount: $947
      • Date on market: 7/31/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $395,900

        $376,000 - $416,000

        $1,804/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/17/2026Pending sale$399,900$383/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10183265 Report a problem
        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

        56 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        41 / 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

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