Moving to North Carolina or simply looking to upgrade? This Secluded Wooded EAST facing 'Ready to Build Estate-site' in Apex is waiting for you! Discover the perfect canvas for your dream home on this exceptional 1.5+ acre wooded lot (0.68 acres buildable) tucked into the heart of an established neighborhood in Apex, NC. Rare privacy meets convenience — this secluded homesite backs directly to the American Tobacco Trail, offering a peaceful, tree-lined backdrop and direct access to one of the Triangle's premier greenways for walking, running, and biking. This EAST-facing lot is ideal for a walk-out basement design, giving you added flexibility to maximize living space and take full advantage of the natural topography. Best of all, the heavy lifting is already done — sewer, water, and storm water infrastructure are fully completed, meaning this lot is truly shovel-ready. Build your custom home without the delays and costs of utility installation. Location highlights: - Shovel Ready. Site work complete - 5 minutes to Hwy 540 - 10 minutes to RTP (Research Triangle Park) - 10 minutes to Jordan Lake - 7 minutes to Beaver Creek Shopping Center - Zoned for top-rated Apex schools - Nestled within a mature, well-established neighborhood Total of 3.3 acres is divided in to 2 lots and this listing is for the northern lot.
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Sale and tax history for Wimberly Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmt4sywli0433s601v523gcea
Aug 22, 2026
Listed
$797,000
TMLS #2306394
Mar 15, 2021
Sold
$1,050,000
Mar 15, 2021
Sold
$1,050,000
Jan 22, 2021
Pending
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Mar 6, 2020
Listed
$1,100,000
Mar 6, 2020
Listed
$1,100,000
+8
RARE OPPORTUNITY for PRIME DEVELOPMENT!Land backing to American Tobacco Trail with 26 miles of nature trail used for walking, cycling and riding horses. New Residential Subdivisions being developed all along Wimberly Rd. Water and Sewer adjacent to property . Property is minutes away from Highways 540,40,64.Could be developed into a residential subdivision if annexed and approved by Town of Apex. Currently unrestricted Wake County land could be used as horse training/boarding facility or Residential Estate.
Public Records
Jul 31, 2018
Sold
$10,000
TMLS #1929691
Jul 1, 2015
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2014
Listed
$350,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$30 (+8.0%)
2022
$28 (+2.8%)
$3,900
2021
$27 (+1.7%)
$3,900
2020
$27 (−9.3%)
$3,900
2019
$30 (+23.0%)
$3,900
2018
$24 (+5.5%)
$3,640
2017
$23 (−98.3%)
$3,220
2014
$1,333
$137,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Wake County
APN
0723.01 25 7072 000
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Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The purpose and intent of the RR Rural Residential District is to provide for lower density rural and residential development while accommodating smaller lot sizes than the RA Residential Agricultural District. Single family homes in the Rural Residential (RR) District shall have an average lot size of one acre or greater per residential development.
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 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
49% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Apex, NC • 27523
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.7 hrs
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