$100,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to Olive's Chapel, an extraordinary 12.8-acre estate in Apex, NC, where refined country living meets unmatched convenience. Ideally situated near Cary, Pittsboro, RDU, and RTP, with excellent shopping, dining, and top-rated schools all close by, this property also offers the added benefit of lower Chatham County taxes. A rare offering, the landscape showcases sweeping open fields and a gorgeous private pond, creating a serene, picturesque setting. With no HOA, covenants, or restrictions, the possibilities are endless! Design a private equestrian retreat, curated hobby farm, or expansive workshop, all with the freedom to shape the property around your lifestyle. The land may also allow for subdivision, with potential for up to two dwellings and two accessory buildings, ideal for multi-generational living, rental income, or future investment (buyer to verify with Chatham County). The home invites effortless relaxation, from the welcoming front porch, perfect for quiet mornings, to the beautifully paved back patio overlooking the tranquil pond, an idyllic backdrop for entertaining or unwinding. A detached workshop and whole-property generator add both functionality and peace of mind. Less than a mile from Jordan Lake, this property offers exceptional access to outdoor recreation while still preserving a true sense of seclusion. An exceptional blend of acreage, location, and limitless potential! Now with a $100,000 price improvement this is a truly distinctive estate opportunity you won't want to miss!
For sale
Price cut: $100K (7/31)
$1,875,000
557 Olives Chapel Rd, Apex, NC 27502
3beds
2,651sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
12.8 Acres Lot
$1,762,100 Zestimate®
$707/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Welcoming front porchSweeping open fieldsGorgeous private pond
- 124 days
- 835
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Ragan 919-985-6305,
Choice Residential Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10164068
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 306.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 17.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 297.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 17.6
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 236.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 17.5
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 243.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 18.7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 339.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 25.9
Loft
- Level: Second
- Area: 256.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 16.9
Other
- Description: flex room
- Level: Main
- Area: 93.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 10.7
Other
- Description: kitchen nook
- Level: Main
- Area: 84.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 13.0
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Wall Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool Tub, Bathtub/Shower Combination
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,651
- Total interior livable area: 2,651 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,651
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Garage, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 12.8 Acres
- Dimensions: 474 x 1695 x 264 x 1488
- Features: Cleared, Pond on Lot, Rectangular Lot, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 0072617
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected, Septic Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Apex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $707/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,107,437
- Annual tax amount: $7,774
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,762,100
$1.67M - $1.85M
$3,057/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $1,875,000-5.1%$707/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,975,000-14.1%$745/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Listing removed | $2,300,000$868/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $2,300,000-2.1%$868/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Price change | $2,350,000-2.1%$886/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Price change | $2,400,000-4%$905/sqft |
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| 7/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$943/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,931 +22.1% | $1,107,437 +48.5% |
| 2024 | $6,497 +7.2% | $745,556 |
| 2023 | $6,061 +3.8% | $745,556 |
| 2022 | $5,838 +1.3% | $745,556 |
| 2021 | $5,763 +14.5% | $745,556 +15.2% |
| 2020 | $5,034 +5.7% | $647,049 |
| 2019 | $4,763 -1.9% | $647,049 |
| 2017 | $4,856 | $647,049 +32.9% |
| 2016 | $4,856 +30.8% | $486,966 |
| 2015 | $3,713 +3.7% | $486,966 |
| 2014 | $3,582 | $486,966 |
| 2013 | $3,582 | $486,966 |
| 2012 | -- | $486,966 |
| 2011 | -- | $486,966 |
| 2010 | -- | $486,966 |
| 2009 | -- | $486,966 +15.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $420,248 |
| 2007 | $2,969 +7.5% | $420,248 |
| 2005 | $2,761 | $420,248 |
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Neighborhood: 27502
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham - Moncure School
- Middle: Chatham - Moncure School
- High: Chatham - Seaforth High School
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






