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$698,679$233 / 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 93How 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 $715,000 on Apr 30, 2024

5424 SERENE FOREST DR

APEX, NC 27539
3.5
Baths
2,993 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$699K
$648K low$750K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Apr 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,791 (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.$673,344 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$533,344
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$673,344

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
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.187 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.0.31
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.Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 400 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
West Lake Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
West Lake Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Middle Creek High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

5424 Serene Forest 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 more than 77% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 71% 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
$271K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 62% 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$698,679
CheaperTypical $615,844Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,993 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,499 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5424 Serene Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27539Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,67962% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23345% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,993 ft²67% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac45% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than201064% of homes71% of homes

About 5424 Serene Forest Dr

How much is 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC is $698,679 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $647,655 to $749,703. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC last sell?

5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC last sold on Apr 30, 2024 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC?

5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,993 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC built?

5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC?

5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC is assigned to West Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated A; West Lake Middle School (middle), 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 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27539?

Among the 9,126 homes in Apex 27539, it is worth more than 62% of them ($698,679 against a typical $615,844), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($233 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,993 ft² against a typical 2,499 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (2010 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 77% 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 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5424 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC was $5,791. The county assessed it at $673,344.

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