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  • $490,500

    2528 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC 27539

    3beds
    1,501sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1947
    2.66 Acres Lot
    $490,500 Zestimate®
    $327/sqft
    $2,179 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $490,500

    $461,000 - $525,000

    $2,179/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    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!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air, Electric, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan, Granite Counter Tops, Smooth Ceilings
    • Basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,501 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Carport, Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Cement / Concrete
    Lot
    • Size: 2.66 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0689243710

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Conventional
    Materials
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1947

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Apex

    Other

    Other facts
    • A/C: Central Air, A/C Age 0-3 Years
    • Equipment/Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Self Clean Oven, Range Hood, Double Oven, Wall Oven, Cooktop - Electric
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Storm Doors, Insulated Windows, Patio
    • Design: One Story
    • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Age 0-3 Yrs
    • Washer Dryer Location: 1st Floor, Utility Room WD, Closet, Hall
    • Water Heater: Electric WH
    • Water/Sewer: Septic Tank, Well
    • Bedrooms 1st Floor: Yes
    • Roof: Shingle, Roof Age 0-5 Years
    • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: Yes
    • Basement Description: Outside Entrance, Unfinished Bsmt, Workshop Bsmt, Concrete Block, Unheated
    • Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
    • Other Rooms: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Master Bedroom
    • Lot Description: Hardwood Trees, Wooded Lot
    • Parking: Attached, 1 Carport, Entry/Front, DW/Concrete, Parking Pad
    • Basement: Yes
    • Fireplace: 1
    • Style: Ranch
    • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
    • Foundation: Slab, Basement
    • Fuel Heat: Gas LP
    • Flooring: Bamboo
    • Exterior Finish: Concrete Block Ext
    • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan, Granite Counter Tops, Smooth Ceilings
    • Acres: 1-2.9 Acres
    • Special Conditions: No Special Conditions
    • Sale/Rent: For Sale
    • Ownership Type: Other (SFH incl)
    • Construction Type: Site Built
    • Listing Type: Exclusive Right
    • Ownership type: Other (SFH incl)

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/2/2023Sold$440,000-1.1%$293/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2501486 Report a problem
    3/30/2023Pending sale$445,000$296/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2501486 Report a problem
    3/24/2023Listed for sale$445,000+7.2%$296/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2501486 Report a problem
    3/8/2022Sold$415,000+10.7%$276/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2426391 Report a problem
    1/13/2022Pending sale$375,000+11.6%$250/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2426391 Report a problem
    12/2/2020Sold$336,000+3.4%$224/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2346242 Report a problem
    10/18/2020Pending sale$325,000$217/sqft
    Source: Realty World Signature Prop #2346242 Report a problem
    10/2/2020Listed for sale$325,000+14%$217/sqft
    Source: Realty World Signature Prop #2346242 Report a problem
    4/19/2018Sold$285,000$190/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/15/2018Pending sale$285,000$190/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2175982 Report a problem
    3/9/2018Listed for sale$285,000$190/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2175982 Report a problem
    3/3/2018Pending sale$285,000$190/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2175982 Report a problem
    3/1/2018Listed for sale$285,000+5.6%$190/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2175982 Report a problem
    1/6/2018Listing removed$270,000$180/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2153688 Report a problem
    12/12/2017Pending sale$270,000$180/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2153688 Report a problem
    10/29/2017Price change$270,000-3.6%$180/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2153688 Report a problem
    9/29/2017Listed for sale$280,000+86.7%$187/sqft
    Source: Raleigh Cary Realty Inc. #2153688 Report a problem
    11/18/2016Sold$150,000+0.1%$100/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/19/2016Pending sale$149,900$100/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Becky Medlin Realty #2089920 Report a problem
    9/16/2016Listed for sale$149,900$100/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Becky Medlin Realty #2089920 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,850 +3%$442,427
    2024$2,767 +21.6%$442,427 +52.9%
    2023$2,276 +7.9%$289,342
    2022$2,110 +2.7%$289,342
    2021$2,053 +1.7%$289,342
    2020$2,019 +4.7%$289,342 +23.8%
    2019$1,929 $233,732
    2018$1,929 +14.7%$233,732
    2017$1,682 +2.1%$233,732
    2016$1,648 -1.2%$233,732 -1.5%
    2015$1,669 +5.5%$237,384
    2014$1,582 $237,384
    2013-- $237,384
    2012-- $237,384
    2011-- $237,384
    2010-- $237,384
    2009-- $237,384
    2008-- --
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    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 27539

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Wake - Banks Road
    • Middle: Wake - West Lake
    • High: Wake - Middle Creek

    Source: The 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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