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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,514 sqft$291/sqft
2528 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC 27539
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.66 acresLot Size
1947Year Built
$291/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Rare GEM - nestled amongst the trees and situated on a sprawling 2.6 acre lot. First floor living beautifully up-fitted ready to please. Gleaming hardwoods throughout and full of charm! Perfect location to get you anywhere in the triangle.Rare GEM - nestled amongst the trees and situated on a sprawling 2.6 acre lot. First floor living beautifully up-fitted ready to please. Gleaming hardwoods throughout and full of charm! Perfect location to get you anywhere in the triangle.

Listing Agents

  1. Gretchen Coley

    Gretchen Coley

    Listing Agent

    Compass -- Raleigh

    P: (919) 526-0401

    M: (919) 526-0401

  2. Devin Curlings

    Devin Curlings

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass -- Raleigh

    P: (843) 685-0879

    M: (843) 685-0879

Listing closed: 05/02/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS), MLS#: 2501486

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$440,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

100.4%

Apex, NC

9 comparable properties found

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1

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Bedrooms
1,562
Square Feet
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3
Bedrooms
1,646
Square Feet
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Acres
$445,000 | 8620 Glendale Drive, Apex, NC 27539
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3

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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$475,000 | 5512 Doemont Drive, Apex, NC 27539
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Square Feet
0.69
Acres
$440,000 | 4532 Johnson Pond Road, Apex, NC 27539
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$440,000

Sold 05/26/26

3
Bedrooms
1,725
Square Feet
0.69
Acres
$420,000 | 8509 Wanstraw Way, Apex, NC 27539
1/45
7

$420,000

Sold 05/04/26

3
Bedrooms
1,635
Square Feet
1.15
Acres
$396,000 | 4913 Sugargrove Court, Apex, NC 27539
1/27
8

$396,000

Sold 05/27/25

3
Bedrooms
1,653
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$375,000 | 8004 Deer Meadow Drive, Apex, NC 27539
1/35
9

$375,000

Sold 04/07/26

3
Bedrooms
1,558
Square Feet
0.82
Acres

Location

Sold By Tritori Realty Group Inc.

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$2,408 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,236

Property Taxes

$171

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 2528 Optimist Farm Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,053 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wake County
  • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Lot Size: 2.66 AC / 115,869 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Raleigh take 401S to Ten Ten Rd. Right on Ten Ten. Left on Lake Wheeler, Right on Optimist Farm Rd. From Cary take Kildaire Farms Rd to Ten Ten. Left on Ten Ten. Right on Johnson Pond Rd. Left on Optimist Farm Rd.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.658637
  • Longitude: -78.722375
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,053.00
  • Has City Limits: No
  • Has Restrictive Covenants: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2501486
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Has Property Leased: No
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wake - Banks Road Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - West Lake Middle
  • High School: Wake - Middle Creek High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1514.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Hardwood Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: See plat map
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 341.0
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.99
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • New Construction Type: Site Built, Block, Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Wall Oven
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Bathtub Only, Smooth Ceilings
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
Room 1
  • Type: Entrance Hall
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main

Property History for 2528 Optimist Farm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 2, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510322466

$440,000

+4.9% / yr

May 2, 2023

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2501486

$440,000
Mar 28, 2023

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2501486

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/02/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510322466

$440,000

+4.9% / yr

05/02/2023

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2501486

$440,000
03/28/2023

Pending

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #2501486

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2528 Optimist Farm Road

Taxable ValueLand$209,700Additions$232,727Total$442,427
Tax Record2025$2,850 ($237 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,504 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,504 SqFtStories1Lot Size115,870 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947Year Renovated1997ZoningRACountyWAKEAPN0689.03-24-3710 0049927Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2528 Optimist Farm Road

This home is within Wake County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Lake Elementary
PublicPK to 5

West Lake Middle
Public6 to 8

Middle Creek High
Public9 to 12

SCORE Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2528 Optimist Farm Road, Apex, NC 27539
$440,000
3
1,514
115,869
67,082
540
28,750
2
1,522
43,560
2
1,418
30,928
$160,450
3
1,358
34,848

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