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$1,803,231$411 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $890,000 on Jan 18, 2005

4224 OPTIMIST FARM RD

APEX, NC 27539
1
Baths
4,384 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.
15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.5M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$890,000 · Jan 18, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,281 (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.$1,913,851 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,220,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$693,451
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,913,851
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,913,851

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.32
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 287 ft²Porch · 784 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Middle Creek High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Middle Creek Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Holly Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27539These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,029
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,126 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,624
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,769
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

4224 Optimist Farm Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Apex 27539
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Apex 27539
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the largest lots in Apex 27539
  • Older than 98% of homes in Apex 27539

What homes are worth in Apex 27539

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

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$259K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Apex 27539.

How it measures up in Apex 27539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Apex 27539.

Estimated value$1,803,231
CheaperTypical $604,138Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$411
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,505 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 4224 Optimist Farm Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27539Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,803,231almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$411almost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than4,384 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than19692% of homes10% of homes

About 4224 Optimist Farm Rd

How much is 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC is $1,803,231 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,511,282 to $2,095,180. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC last sell?

4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC last sold on Jan 18, 2005 for $890,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC?

4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC has 1 bathrooms, 4,384 square feet of living space and a 15.00-acre lot.

When was 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC built?

4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC?

4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC is assigned to Middle Creek High School (high), rated B+; Middle Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Holly Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27539?

Among the 9,138 homes in Apex 27539, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,803,231 against a typical $604,138), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($411 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 95% of them (4,384 ft² against a typical 2,505 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (15 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1969 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than almost all 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 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4224 Optimist Farm Rd, Apex, NC was $12,281. The county assessed it at $1,913,851.

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