Apex NC real estate blog

Charleston Village Subdivision in Apex, NC

james7bond — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:48:55 +0000

This neighborhood contains about 300 single-family homes, many of which are custom built. There also are plenty of more affordable builder-designed houses in the development, giving Charleston Village a good mix of prices. Homes in the Charleston Village neighborhood are a good value at between $200,000 to about $300,000, since similar properties in many of the areas surrounding Apex, NC are priced much higher at $400,000 and $700,000. Amenities include a swimming pool and lots of greenspace.

The Charleston Village subdivision in Apex, NC offers residents the best of both the worlds: small town charm that’s never far from the modern city life of Apex, NC. Here are just a few reasons why Charleston Village appeals to such a wide range of homebuyers:

Easy access to almost every major road that connects the major cities and towns in the Apex region.

Proximity to great locations for either extended vacations or weekend trip. The beach and the mountains are within a 2-hour drive from Charleston Village.

Some of the best schools in the entire Wake County region are near Charleston Village.

Shopping centers, restaurants, pubs, movie theaters and other destinations are close enough for easy access buy not so close that traffic and noise would disturb the peace of the neighborhood.

Charleston Village is ideally situated for those who have to travel regularly to Apex, NC and is close to both Cary and Research Triangle Park. Whether you’re looking for a modern newer or an older home with plenty of charm, Charleston Village is worth considering.

Haddon Hall subdivision in Apex, NC

james7bond — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 03:56:27 +0000

Construction in the Haddon Hall subdivision in Apex, NC started in the mid-1990s. The development includes more than 300 homes, some of which are custom-designed by top builders in the Apex, NC area like Engle, Providence St Lawrence Homes, Pinkus, Comstock and PCS Homes. It’s possible to find reasonably priced housing in the Haddon Hall subdivision, because it offers a variety of options. In fact, Haddon Hall is unique in that it also includes townhomes, apartments and rental cottages. Single-family home prices range from about $300,000 to about $550,000.

The Haddon Hall subdivision has many amenities including an Olympic-size swimming pool, tennis courts, playground and clubhouse. In fact, Haddon Hall has its own swim team called the “Haddon Hall Hammerheads” that competes at local swim meets. For fishing enthusiasts, there are also two ponds in this Apex, NC neighborhood. The tree-lined streets are ideal for walking and jogging and Haddon Hall is only a short walk (or jog) away from the Beaver Creek Shopping Center. Several restaurants are also nearby in Apex, NC.

Haddon Hall has a clubhouse that’s used for meetings and social events within the subdivision. Residents can also rent the clubhouse for private functions. Behind the clubhouse is a playground with swings, slides and other playground equipment that appeals to kids under the age of 12. For “roundball” enthusiasts, there’s also a basketball court. For tennis enthusiasts, there are 2 lighted courts with lessons available from a local tennis pro. The less sports-minded residents are free to enjoy the wood walking trails that wind through the area.

All the happenings in the neighborhood can be found in the newsletter, “Haddon Hall Happenings” that all residents receive.

Haddon Hall is also centrally located and that means a reasonable commute to employment centers in both Apex, NC and Raleigh. The local schools are top-notch and with property taxes only at about 1% of a home’s assessed value, Haddon Hall is attractive to families, singles and retirees alike.

Scotts Mill, best neighborhood in Apex, NC?

james7bond — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:06:03 +0000

The Scotts Mill subdivision in Apex, NC was created in 1997 by two premier local developers, Stratford Woods LLC and Scott’s Woods LLC. These developers employed some of the best builders in the area for the homes in Scotts Mills. The homes themselves vary in size from about 1300 square feet to about 3300 square feet. The neighborhood contains an attractive combination of classic Charleston-style homes and finely crafted custom homes. Many say the people in this neighborhood are very special and take pride in theri homes. It has one of the best reputations of all Apex, NC Neighborhoods.

Home prices in the Scotts Mill neighborhood range from about $200,000 to about $379,000 and consist of both single-family homes and townhouses. There are about 500 single-family homes and 184 townhomes in the development.

Scotts Mill is centrally located and there are plenty of activities and attractions nearby. The development itself has an Olympic-sized swimming pool, volleyball court and tennis courts. There’s also a playground. For convenience, Scotts Mill has a mini shopping center, a unique feature other developments don’t have. For serious shopping, the nearby Beaver Creek Shopping Center in Apex, NC offers stores like Kohl’s, Target, Border’s bookstore, Dick’s Sporting Goods and more. The shopping center also has several restaurants, a movie theater and “The Green at Scotts Mill,” a beautiful greenspace for walking, biking and jogging that’s part of the Capital Area Greenway. The Greenway is a 54-mile, 3000-acre closed network of interconnected trail. Also located on the Green is the Catholic church of St. Mary Magdalene. Associated with the church is a very well regarded elementary school for grades K through 8.

Scotts Mill is only 27 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 25 minutes to downtown Raleigh and 20 minutes from the Research Triangle Park (RTP). RTP is the largest research park in the United States and is often compared to Silicon Valley. RTP houses 157 organizations that employ more than 39,000 people, including IBM and GlaxoSmithKline.

With many so amenities and a central location, Scotts Mill in Apex, NC is one of the premier developments in the area.

Abbington - Apex, North Carolina

james7bond — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 06:36:40 +0000

The Abbington subdivision is a unique two-stage development in Apex, NC. Apex ranked 14th in the “100 Best Places in America to Live” by Money Magazine in 2007. Although modern and progressive, Apex hasn’t forgotten its roots and celebrates them in a quaint downtown historic district and turn-of-the-century train depot, both of which are great family-oriented destinations.

The Abbington neighborhood features tennis courts and an Olympic-size swimming pool. In fact, the “Abbington Alligators” swim team is just one of the many benefits of the subdivision’s swim program. There’s also a “tot lot,” which is an outdoor playground for very young children and a large pond for fishing or just relaxing. Click here for more information on Abbington – Apex, NC

The first and largest phase of construction occurred in Apex, NC in 1999 and consists of single family homes priced between $380,000 and $470,000. The second (and smaller) phase of development occurred in 2008 and consists of homes priced between $500,000 and $650,000. Lot size ranges from about 1/3 acre to about 1/2 acre. Homes range in size from about 3,000 to about 4,000 square feet and basement lots are available.

The development is vibrant and active. Located close to the Beaver Creek Commons shopping center, a 750,000 square foot complex that houses a movie theater as well as major retailers like Kohl’s, Borders, Target, Circuit City, Dick’s Sporting Goods, T.J. Maxx and Old Navy. The Commons is also home to several restaurants, including Chick-Fil-A, Panera Bread,Chili’s, Firehouse Subs, Red Robin Burgers and Longhorn Steakhouse.

Abbington is an attractive blend of small-town charm with suburban conveniences and is a perfect choice for young families or professionals looking for homes in Apex, NC (Real Estate)