Charming downtown Apex, North Carolina storefronts along tree-shaded Salem Street on a sunny afternoon

Wake County, North Carolina

New Construction Homes in Apex, NC

Apex combines small-town Southern charm with big-city access. Explore active new construction communities, compare builders, and find the right fit — from affordable townhomes to luxury custom builds.

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74,000+

Population

18–25 min

To Downtown Raleigh

9/10

Apex Friendship HS

$540K–$640K

Median Home Price

Why buyers love Apex

Small-town charm, big-city access

Consistently ranked among the best places to live in North Carolina, Apex offers a rare combination: a walkable historic downtown, top-rated Wake County schools, and a location in the heart of the Research Triangle. New construction communities here deliver modern homes in a setting that feels established and welcoming from day one.

With a population of over 74,000 and one of the fastest growth rates in Wake County, Apex has attracted major builders — Lennar, D.R. Horton, Toll Brothers, Stanley Martin, and others — all competing to offer buyers modern designs, builder warranties, and planned-community amenities at every price point. Whether you're looking for a low-maintenance townhome near US-1 or a luxury estate on a private lot, the Apex new construction market has something for you.

Historic Downtown Apex

Designated in 1994, the Apex Historic District centers on Salem Street with 60 buildings from 1870–1940. Locals call it "Gucci Mayberry" — a walkable main street filled with local shops, restaurants, and community events.

Top-Rated Schools

Apex is served by Wake County Public Schools, consistently ranked among the best in North Carolina. Apex Friendship High School holds a 9/10 GreatSchools rating and ranks #26 out of 470 high schools statewide.

Research Triangle Access

Sitting just 20–30 minutes from Research Triangle Park and 18–25 minutes from downtown Raleigh, Apex offers easy access to one of the Southeast's strongest job markets — anchored by tech, biotech, and healthcare.

Parks & Greenways

Apex features over 8 miles of paved greenway trails including the Beaver Creek and Middle Creek Greenways, plus Apex Community Park with its 50-acre lake, walking loops, and sports facilities.

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New Construction in Apex

Featured

502 W Chatham Street

Apex, NC 27502

The Cottages on West Chatham Street

$715,000

Custom New Construction Home

Beds

Baths

2,423

Sq Ft

Custom

Type

Modern Cottage Living Just Steps from Downtown Apex. This beautifully crafted home at The Cottages on West Chatham Street offers 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a flexible office/dining space, providing versatility to fit your lifestyle. Timeless design meets walkable convenience in this stunning new construction.

Why We Love This Home

The walkable downtown Apex location puts you steps from Salem Street's shops, restaurants, and community events — one of the Triangle's most beloved historic downtowns. The modern cottage design fits Apex's small-town charm while delivering contemporary finishes and energy-efficient new construction. The flexible floor plan includes a versatile office/dining space perfect for remote work. And because it's new construction, you get energy efficiency, modern systems, a builder warranty, and zero renovation costs — just move in and enjoy.

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New Construction Market

What's being built in Apex

New construction in Apex is thriving as one of the fastest-growing towns in the Triangle region. Builders are focusing on single-family homes and townhomes in master-planned communities with family-friendly amenities.

Single-Family & Townhomes

Single-family homes and townhomes dominate Apex's new construction market, with master-planned communities like Carolina Springs and Horton Park offering a wide range of floor plans from entry-level townhomes to luxury estate homes.

Price Ranges & Builders

Prices range from the mid-$300s to $700s+ depending on the community and lot size. Notable builders include D.R. Horton, Meritage Homes, Lennar, and Pulte Homes — all competing with modern designs and incentive packages.

Family-Friendly Focus

The market leans toward family-friendly communities with amenities like pools, trails, and parks. Apex's top-rated Wake County schools and historic downtown continue to drive strong demand across all price points.

Where to look

New construction across Apex

Most new construction in Apex sits along the US-1 and NC-55 corridors, with communities spread from the historic downtown core to the growing southern and eastern edges of town.

Approximate area of Apex, NC — communities are spread along US-1, NC-55, and I-540 corridors.

Active Developments

New construction communities in Apex

Below are current new construction communities actively selling in the Apex area, sorted from the most affordable to the highest price points. Each community offers a distinct mix of home styles, amenities, and builder quality.

Ennis Branch

Coming Soon

Lennar · Single-Family & Townhomes

From the low $340s

A coming-soon master-planned community in Apex offering Lennar's signature Everything's Included® features. The Classic Collection delivers spacious single-family homes with modern open layouts, while the Frazier Collection offers townhomes for low-maintenance living. Zoned for Wake County Schools.

Home Sizes

3,163–3,430 sq ft (single-family)

Bedrooms

3–5 Bedrooms

Key Features

PlaygroundLow-maintenance lotsWake County Schools zoning

Carolina Springs

Lennar · Townhomes & Single-Family

$383K–$709K

One of Apex's largest master-planned communities with 820 planned homesites and multiple collections to fit different budgets and lifestyles. From the affordable Club and Capitol Collections to the premium Sterling Collection, Carolina Springs offers variety in a thoughtfully designed setting.

Home Sizes

1,869–3,430+ sq ft

Bedrooms

2–5 Bedrooms

Key Features

Clubhouse & poolFitness centerPlay fields & pocket parks

Friendship Station

M/I Homes · Townhomes

$453K–$518K

A community of 180 three-story townhomes with open-concept layouts and generous square footage. Located near the intersection of US-1 and NC-55, Friendship Station offers convenient access to I-540 and the broader Triangle region.

Home Sizes

2,172–2,244 sq ft

Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms

Key Features

180-home communityOpen-concept layoutsNear I-540 & Hwy 55

Parc at Bradley Farm

Baker Residential · Townhomes

From the mid $440s

A boutique townhome community of just 37 homesites off North Salem Street, near the Cary border and minutes from downtown Apex. Baker Residential delivers main-level living with gourmet kitchens featuring quartz countertops and soft-close cabinets, open-concept layouts with 9-foot ceilings, and private ensuite bedrooms.

Home Sizes

2,149–2,152 sq ft

Bedrooms

3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms

Key Features

37-home boutique communityMain-level livingQuartz countertops standard

Horton Park

D.R. Horton · Single-Family & Townhomes

$577K–$749K

D.R. Horton's flagship Apex community features two distinct sub-communities: The Estates at Horton Park (single-family homes) and The Townes at Horton Park (townhomes). Homes include designer-curated interior packages and spacious floor plans with 2-car garages.

Home Sizes

2,273–3,396 sq ft

Bedrooms

3–5 Bedrooms

Key Features

Future community amenitiesNear Lochmere & Knights Play golfDesigner interior packages

The Point at Lake Castleberry

Toll Brothers · Single-Family

From the low $600s

Toll Brothers' luxury community within the master-planned 106-home Lake Castleberry development. Contemporary executive-style homes with personalization options, direct access to the American Tobacco Trail, and a community swimming pool. Walking distance to White Oak Elementary and minutes from downtown Apex and Jordan Lake.

Home Sizes

3,244–5,132 sq ft

Bedrooms

4–5 Bedrooms

Key Features

American Tobacco Trail accessCommunity poolNear White Oak Elementary

Williams Grove

Stanley Martin · Single-Family

From the $690s

An exclusive community of 156 single-family homes with seven distinct floor plans offering flexible spaces and main-level living options. Williams Grove is designed around natural beauty with lakes, lush green spaces, and walking trails woven throughout.

Home Sizes

2,729–3,873 sq ft

Bedrooms

3–5 Bedrooms

Key Features

Community lakesWalking trailsLush green spaces

Colby Crossing

Elm Street Builders · Custom Single-Family

From the $800s

An exclusive enclave of just 14 homesites built by the award-winning local builder Elm Street Builders. Colby Crossing offers custom spec homes with elevated finishes, light-filled interiors, and the craftsmanship you'd expect from a boutique builder focused on quality over volume.

Home Sizes

Custom floor plans

Bedrooms

Varies

Key Features

14 exclusive homesitesAward-winning builderElevated custom finishes

Weston Reserve

Final Opportunity

Toll Brothers · Single-Family

From the $1.33M

An ultra-luxury community of just 23 homes by Toll Brothers, Apex's most exclusive new construction address. Spacious estate-scale floor plans with premium finishes, architectural personalization, and resort-level craftsmanship. Construction began spring 2025 with final opportunities now available.

Home Sizes

4,000+ sq ft

Bedrooms

4–6 Bedrooms

Key Features

23 exclusive estate homesPremium finishes & personalizationEstate-scale floor plans

Note: Prices, availability, and community details are approximate and subject to change. Listed information is based on publicly available builder and market data as of June 2026. Contact us for the most current pricing, lot availability, and incentive information for any Apex community.

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