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Off Market May 2023 for $440K

$503,150

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1,514

sq ft

2528 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC 27539

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1947Year Built

2.66 acresLot Size

$332Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Gretchen Coley • Compass -- Raleigh

Listed by Devin Curlings • Compass -- Raleigh

Bought with John Cho • Tritori Realty Group Inc.

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•Source:TMLS #2501486

Redfin Estimate

$503,150

$63K since sold in May 2023$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 13.1% higher than the average sale price ($445K) of 6 comparable homes.

BOUGHT WITH REDFIN AUG 10, 2026
$470,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,646 sq ft
8521 Applecross Cir, Apex, NC 27539
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$439,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,653 sq ft
4216 New Brighton Dr, Apex, NC 27539
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$440,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,725 sq ft
4532 Johnson Pond Rd, Apex, NC 27539
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$475,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,700 sq ft
5512 Doemont Dr, Apex, NC 27539
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$420,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,635 sq ft
8509 Wanstraw Way, Apex, NC 27539
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$425,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,770 sq ft
4301 New Brighton Dr, Apex, NC 27539

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Market trends in 27539, NC

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.3%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$636K

$17K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

153

24 MoM

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Sale history for 2528 Optimist Farm Rd

Date

Event

Price

TMLS #2501486

May 2, 2023

Sold

$440,000

$291/sq ft

Mar 29, 2023

Pending

—

Mar 24, 2023

Listed

$445,000

$294/sq ft

TMLS #2426391

Mar 8, 2022

Sold

$415,000

$274/sq ft

Jan 12, 2022

Pending

—

Jan 11, 2022

Coming Soon

$375,000

$248/sq ft

+34

Stunningly updated, desirable & rare Ranch home on 2.66 acre lot in prime location. Covered front porch. Open concept layout ft. lovely high end finishes. Hardwoods thru much of home. Large kitchen features huge island w/ raised seating, SS appliances & granite tops. Sun filled dining area open to tucked away family room w/ brick hearth wood burning fireplace. Master bedroom w/ WIC & gorgeous bathroom ft. double vanity & over-sized shower. Tons of parking, awesome out building & incredible, large lot!

TMLS #2346242

Dec 2, 2020

Sold

$336,000

$222/sq ft

Oct 18, 2020

Contingent

—

Oct 14, 2020

Listed

$325,000

$215/sq ft

Oct 2, 2020

Coming Soon

$325,000

$215/sq ft

+17

Renovated to perfection, this stunning ranch, presented on 2.6 acres of endless possibilities, is remarkable inside & out. The open floor plan, w/ generous living space, is designed for easy living & entertaining. Enjoy gathering in the living area graced by gleaming hardwoods, abundant natural light & charming fireplace. The gourmet kit features stainless steel appliances, granite & center island. Don't miss the the new exterior paint, new roof, and basement workshop offering tons of storage. No HOA!

TMLS #2175982

Apr 19, 2018

Sold

$285,000

$188/sq ft

Apr 19, 2018

Sold

$285,000

$188/sq ft

Mar 15, 2018

Contingent

—

Mar 8, 2018

Relisted

—

Mar 3, 2018

Contingent

—

Mar 1, 2018

Listed

$285,000

$188/sq ft

Mar 1, 2018

Listed

$285,000

$188/sq ft

TMLS #2153688

Jan 6, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Dec 12, 2017

Contingent

—

Dec 6, 2017

Relisted

—

Nov 19, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Oct 29, 2017

Price Changed

$270,000

$178/sq ft

Sep 28, 2017

Listed

$280,000

$185/sq ft

TMLS #2089920

Nov 18, 2016

Sold

$150,000

$99/sq ft

Nov 18, 2016

Sold

$150,000

$99/sq ft

Sep 19, 2016

Contingent

—

Sep 15, 2016

Listed

$149,900

$99/sq ft

Sep 14, 2016

Listed

$149,900

$99/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,850 (+3.0%)

$209,700 + $232,727

$442,427

2024

$2,767 (+21.6%)

$209,700 + $232,727

$442,427

2023

$2,276 (+7.9%)

$191,900 + $256,461

$448,361

2022

$2,110 (+2.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2021

$2,053 (+1.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2020

$2,019 (+4.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2019

$1,929 (+8.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2018

$1,774 (+5.5%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2017

$1,682 (+2.1%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2016

$1,647 (−1.3%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2015

$1,668 (+5.5%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2014

$1,581 (+7.0%)

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2013

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2012

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2011

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

Tax history for 2528 Optimist Farm Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,850 (+3.0%)

$209,700 + $232,727

$442,427

2024

$2,767 (+21.6%)

$209,700 + $232,727

$442,427

2023

$2,276 (+7.9%)

$191,900 + $256,461

$448,361

2022

$2,110 (+2.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2021

$2,053 (+1.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2020

$2,019 (+4.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2019

$1,929 (+8.7%)

$139,725 + $149,617

$289,342

2018

$1,774 (+5.5%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2017

$1,682 (+2.1%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2016

$1,647 (−1.3%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2015

$1,668 (+5.5%)

$159,680 + $74,052

$233,732

2014

$1,581 (+7.0%)

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2013

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2012

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

2011

$1,478

$182,900 + $54,484

$237,384

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.66 Acres

Year renovated

1997

Sq. Ft.

1,504

Year built

1947

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Wake County

APN

0689.03 24 3710 000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.

Research Applications District

The RA, Research Applications district is intended to: Accommodate research and research application activities as well as related manufacturing, business, and science activities that could benefit from location in or adjacent to, and a strong association with, the Research Triangle Park or other major center of research activity; Accommodate research facilities, pilot plants, prototype production facilities, and other manufacturing operations that require the continual or recurrent application of research knowledge and activity as an integral part of the manufacturing process; Ensure that such facilities are developed to help provide the district a campus or park like character that emphasizes natural characteristics and landscaping; and Encourage originality and flexibility in development, and to ensure that development is properly related to its site and to surrounding developments.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Senior
Manufacturing
Office
Medical office
Research & development
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage

Interior

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Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3

Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Wall Oven
Interior Features: Bathtub Only, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1514.0
Structure Type: Site Built

Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch

Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1514.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: One
Ownership Type: Other

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.66
Lot Size Area: 2.66
Lot Size Dimensions: See plat map
Lot Size Square Feet: 115869.6
Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 2053.0

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Forced Air, Propane
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association: No
Association Fee: 0.0
Association Fee 2: 0.0

School Information
Elementary School: Wake - Banks Road
Middle Or Junior School: Wake - West Lake
High School: Wake - Middle Creek

Location Information
County Or Parish: Wake
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.
Latitude: 35.658637
Longitude: -78.722375
Postal Code: 27539

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,504
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Wake County
APN: 0689.03 24 3710 000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026

Other

Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2023-05-03
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-15T00:40:22.000Z

Around this home

Schools

West Lake Elementary

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi

9/10

West Lake Middle

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

8/10

Middle Creek High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$478,000 – $579,000

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Home values near 2528 Optimist Farm Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2505 Optimist Farm Road, Apex, NC - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1522 Sq. Ft.	$378,801
4209 Willowdale Court, Apex, NC - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1871 Sq. Ft.	$466,723

Address	Redfin Estimate
2504 Optimist Farm Road, Apex, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1730 Sq. Ft.	$873,267
4216 Willowdale Court, Apex, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1621 Sq. Ft.	$445,919

Address	Redfin Estimate
4220 Willowdale Court, Apex, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1525 Sq. Ft.	$439,424
4232 Willowdale Court, Apex, NC - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1319 Sq. Ft.	$378,304

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