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$446,048$244 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

186 SEARS PLACE DR

APEX, NC 27523
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,828 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$446K
$394K low$498K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,418 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$606,926 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$139,125
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$467,801
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$408,007
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$606,926

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyChatham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 360 ft²Porch · 304 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
North Chatham Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.6 mi
H
Seaforth High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.3 mi

District: Chatham County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27523These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,746
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.505 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,586
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$171,459
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

186 Sears Place Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Apex 27523
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Apex 27523
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Apex 27523
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Apex 27523
  • Older than 86% of homes in Apex 27523

What homes are worth in Apex 27523

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$386K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Apex 27523.

How it measures up in Apex 27523

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Apex 27523.

Estimated value$446,048
CheaperTypical $747,584Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,828 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size3.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 2018Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 186 Sears Place Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27523Chatham County
Estimated valuepricier than$446,0489% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24434% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,828 ft²12% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.5 ac90% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than199514% of homes41% of homes

About 186 Sears Place Dr

How much is 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC is $446,048 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $394,265 to $497,831. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC?

186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,828 square feet of living space and a 3.50-acre lot.

When was 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC built?

186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC?

186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC is assigned to North Chatham Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Seaforth High School (high), rated B-; Margaret B. Pollard Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Chatham County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27523?

Among the 7,233 homes in Apex 27523, it is worth more than 9% of them ($446,048 against a typical $747,584), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($244 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,828 ft² against a typical 2,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (3.5 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1995 against a typical 2018). Measured against all of Chatham County, it is worth more than 34% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 186 Sears Place Dr, Apex, NC was $4,418. The county assessed it at $606,926.

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