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$750,227$294 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $756,000 on Mar 18, 2026

5153 DOVE FOREST LN

APEX, NC 27539
3
Baths
2,551 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$750K
$711K low$789K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$756,000 · Mar 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,639 (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.$655,539 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$510,539
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$655,539

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.12
1
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.
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.minimal

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.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 280 ft²Porch · 441 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
West Lake Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
West Lake Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Middle Creek High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Wake County 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

5153 Dove Forest Ln 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 more than 81% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Apex 27539

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

This home
$261K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 71% of 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$750,227
CheaperTypical $614,364Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$294
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area2,551 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 5153 Dove Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27539Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$750,22771% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29487% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than2,551 ft²52% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac41% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than200549% of homes61% of homes

About 5153 Dove Forest Ln

How much is 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC is $750,227 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $711,385 to $789,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC last sell?

5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC last sold on Mar 18, 2026 for $756,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC?

5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,551 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC built?

5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC?

5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC is assigned to West Lake Middle School (middle), rated A; West Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Middle Creek High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27539?

Among the 9,126 homes in Apex 27539, it is worth more than 71% of them ($750,227 against a typical $614,364), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($294 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 52% of them (2,551 ft² against a typical 2,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (2005 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5153 Dove Forest Ln, Apex, NC was $5,639. The county assessed it at $655,539.

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